Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Real Estate Solutions in the Columbia River Gorge
Copper West was founded in 2001 with a commitment to redefining real estate service excellence. Our team of professional brokers combines deep local market expertise with a client-driven approach, ensuring seamless transactions for buyers, sellers, and investors. We prioritize personalized support, leveraging our extensive connections within the Columbia River Gorge community to deliver tailored solutions. Owned by Argonaut Investments, our leadership team brings decades of combined experience and a passion for the region. From residential and commercial sales to land acquisitions, we handle every detail with professionalism and integrity.Our foundation remains rooted in community engagement, reflecting our belief that real estate is about enhancing lives, not just transactions. With offices in Hood River and The Dalles, we service diverse areas across Oregon and Washington. By merging innovative strategies with traditional values, we empower clients to make informed decisions. Our dedication to continuous improvement ensures clients benefit from the latest market insights and technology. Ultimately, Copper West stands as a trusted partner, driven by relationships and a shared love for the Gorge region.
Services
Residential Sales
Commercial Real Estate
Farm & Land Sales
Buyer Representation
Seller Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We've served the Columbia River Gorge since 2001 with unmatched local expertise
- Our brokers combine decades of experience with deep community connections
- Client-driven approach ensures personalized support at every transaction stage
- We offer comprehensive services including residential, commercial, and land sales
- Backed by 25+ years of leadership partnerships in real estate and hospitality
What people say
Exceptional local knowledge
Personalized support
Smooth transaction process
Dedicated team
Community-focused approach
Services
Residential Sales
Specializing in residential property transactions, we guide homeowners through selling their properties and assist buyers in finding perfect homes. Our brokers leverage local market insights to maximize value and streamline processes. With personalized marketing strategies and negotiation expertise, we ensure successful outcomes for diverse residential needs.
Commercial Real Estate
We facilitate commercial property acquisitions and disposals across the Columbia River Gorge. Our team handles office spaces, retail locations, and industrial properties. Through comprehensive market analysis and strategic positioning, we help businesses secure optimal locations while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for seamless transactions.
Farm & Land Sales
Specializing in rural land and agricultural property transactions, we connect buyers with farms, ranches, and development sites. Our experts understand zoning regulations and land use requirements. We provide tailored marketing for sellers and help buyers assess investment potential in Oregon and Washington's fertile regions.
Buyer Representation
Our team advocates for buyers throughout the purchasing process. We offer property search assistance, market evaluation, and negotiation services. With in-depth knowledge of financing options and inspection protocols, we help clients make informed decisions while protecting their interests in competitive real estate markets.
Seller Consultation
We provide strategic guidance for property owners preparing to sell. This includes pricing analysis, staging recommendations, and marketing planning. Our sellers benefit from professional photography, digital advertising, and negotiation expertise to achieve maximum returns on their real estate investments.
People
Maui Meyer
Founder
Maui Meyer established Copper West in 2001 with a vision for exceptional real estate service. As Argonaut Investments partner, he leverages 25+ years of experience connecting clients with unique properties while maintaining community-focused values.
Ben Stenn
Managing Partner
Ben Stenn co-founded Argonaut Investments and manages Celilo Restaurant & Bar. With 25 years of partnership in real estate and hospitality, he contributes strategic oversight to Copper West's operations and long-term growth initiatives.
Carol Adams
Nurse
Carol Adams brings healthcare expertise to the Argonaut partnership. As a Providence Hood River nurse, she contributes community insights while supporting Copper West's commitment to improving local quality of life through real estate solutions.
Jan Meyer
Marketing Director
Jan Meyer shapes Copper West's marketing strategies with 25+ years in the industry. As part of Argonaut Investments, she emphasizes storytelling and community connections to highlight the Gorge's unique properties and lifestyle opportunities.
Questions
What services does Copper West offer?
We provide residential and commercial real estate sales, land transactions, buyer representation, and seller consultation services across the Columbia River Gorge region.
How does Copper West support property buyers?
Our team offers personalized property searches, market analysis, negotiation expertise, and guidance through the entire purchase process to protect buyers' interests.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the Columbia River Gorge including Hood River, The Dalles, Mosier, Parkdale, Cascade Locks in Oregon, and White Salmon, Trout Lake, and Stevenson in Washington.
How does your seller consultation work?
We analyze property value, recommend staging improvements, develop marketing plans, and provide negotiation expertise to maximize returns for home sellers in our service areas.
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Reviews (5)
Pete Happy
Nov 24, 2021
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We had been searching for a commercial space for nearly two years without success prior to contacting Anne from Copper West. She asked great questions to get a better idea of what we were looking for and within two weeks of our initial contact, we were signing a lease. Anne was a huge help and we look forward to working with her again in the future.
James Ziliak
Jul 18, 2021
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Erin Valverde Pollard was fantastic in every step of the process, from the initial showing to the final closing on the house. She was very knowledgeable about the property and area, and was extremely generous with her time. Erin went above and beyond expectations in making sure all our questions and concerns were answered, in assisting us in identifying prospective help for renovations and other household maintenance, and in assisting us as we settle into to our new community. We greatly appreciate everything Erin did for us and enthusiastically recommend her and Copper West!
Christin Casperson
Jun 17, 2021
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Hunter was amazing to work with. He was exceptionally responsive, professional, patient, and knowledgable. He really went above and beyond and made the whole process so easy for us. We always felt like he had our best interest at heart and was completely transparent and honest in all communication. It was an absolute pleasure to work with Hunter and we can honestly say this was the best experience.
Aaron Orthmann
Dec 24, 2020
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Julie Gillbert at Copper West Real Estate is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is quick to respond and goes above and beyond to get the purchase or sale done. I highly recommend her and Copper West.
Greg K.
Nov 03, 2020
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Maui is someone you can trust. It's so nice to have an agent that whose integrity and competence you can put your faith in. I was a smaller client than Maui's typical clientele and I felt like a big client. The team is professional and expert - I had great experiences with Chelsea and Cody as well. I'm so grateful to have worked with this team and I could not think of a better team to put your faith in for such a major purchasing decision.
Maui was not only a good buyer's agent for me, but incredibly knowledgeable when it came to questions regarding building. HIGHLY recommended
Maui was not only a good buyer's agent for me, but incredibly knowledgeable when it came to questions regarding building. HIGHLY recommended
