HR Council moves on Mariposa Affordable Housing on Rand Rd.

Hood River, Ore., March 25, 2025 — The Hood River City Council awarded the contract for the 129-unit affordable housing project at 780 Rand Road at its meeting on March 24.

Mariposa Village Affordable Housing Development

Rendering of possible solar powered Community Center and open space that would support the residents of the planned 129 units of affordable housing to be built off Rand Road. Image: Holst Architecture

Council agreed to the terms of the Purchase Option Agreement with a joint venture of Community Development Partners and Columbia Cascade Housing Corporation. The City of Hood River will provide land at no cost and contribute up to $2,438,595 in funding for water, sewer, and stormwater expenses.

This also includes a minimum obligation of $2.2 million even if state funding from Senate Bill 1530 is unavailable. Construction is expected to begin following the project’s scheduled closing on April 17, with completion anticipated in early 2027.