The city, located off Interstate 90 at exit 149, is perhaps best known, however, for its proximity to the Gorge Amphitheater overlooking the Columbia River Gorge, where concertgoers of all ages flock to see major throughout the summer months.

Properties included in the auction are the Martha Inn Cafe and Lounge; George's Country Place which includes a Union 76 gas station, convenience store and fast food franchise (2000 gross revenue was $2.39 million); a 10 acre mobile home park; 51 acres commercial; 137 acres residential; 13 acres light industrial and 72 acres of irrigated farmland.

Founder Charlie Brown developed the city of George, Washington, in the early 1950's. Convinced that there should be a town named "George" in the state of Washington, Brown planned and mapped out this small, colonial themed city with the help of his wife, Edith, and city planner M.R. Wolfe of the University of Washington.