Portland Metropolitan Area
Gaston, Oregon
City
Small wine-country town on the Tualatin River
Gaston is a small city in western Washington County on the Tualatin River, surrounded by vineyards, orchards and farmland.
History & Local Character
The town grew around a sawmill and school in the 1800s and incorporated in 1914. Farming and, more recently, wine have defined it.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing is limited to single-family homes and a few small developments, most on large lots. It is one of the least expensive markets in the county.
Restaurants & Shopping
Gaston has very limited dining, with a small store and a cafe; wine tasting rooms and restaurants in Forest Grove, Gaston's surrounding vineyards and Carlton are nearby.
Schools & Education
The Gaston School District serves the city with a small K-12 campus.
Parks & Recreation
The city has a small park and river access, and Hagg Lake, Fernhill Wetlands and the Tualatin Valley wine loop are close.
Transportation & Accessibility
OR 47 runs through Gaston, connecting Forest Grove to Highway 26 and the Yamhill Valley, with limited transit service.
Local Businesses
Wine tasting roomsFarm standsA country storeAgricultural services
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Nearby Attractions
- Tualatin Valley wineries
- Hagg Lake
- Fernhill Wetlands
- Forest Grove
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Rural setting among vineyards
- Very affordable housing
- Small K-12 district
Considerations
- Very limited services
- Long drives for shopping and medical care
- Little transit
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gaston in Oregon wine country?
Yes. Gaston sits at the northern end of the Willamette Valley's wine country and several vineyards and tasting rooms are close by.