$325,000
SOLD DEC 27, 2024

191 Picture St Independence, OR 97351

2 Beds
1 Bath
849 Sq Ft
7,840 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$383 Per Sq Ft

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Private Yard
  • Natural Light
  • 2-minute walk to Independence Dog Park

About This Home

As of December 2024

Back on market at no fault of property or seller! Charming bungalow in historic Independence, fully updated and move-in ready! Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof, durable LVP flooring throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, plus a fully remodeled kitchen and bathroom – every surface has been touched. The kitchen features timeless white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and stunning butcher block countertops. The cozy living room is flooded with natural light. Two generously sized bedrooms, a stylish full bathroom, and a spacious utility room with ample storage complete the layout. Enjoy great walkability just two blocks from the local dog park and within easy reach of walking trails along the scenic Willamette River. Located in the charming town of Independence, known for its beautiful riverfront, parks, friendly atmosphere, and vibrant downtown filled with local shops, restaurants, and community events.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marc Fox

Keller Williams Realty Portland Premiere License #200508221 Listed on: 10/03/2024

Keller Williams Realty Portland Premiere

Co-Listed By

Camryn Fox

Keller Williams Realty Portland Premiere License #201244591

Last Buyer's Agent

OR and WA Non Rmls

Non Rmls Broker License #NA

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,174

Year Built

  • Built in 1936 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 7,840 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Private Yard

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 849 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Natural Light
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessibility Features
  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Minimal Steps

Schools

  • Independence Elementary School
  • Talmadge Middle School
  • Central High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 305468

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,174

Year Built

Built in 1936 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Accessibility: Yes
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Property Condition: UpdatedRemodeled
  • Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
  • Architectural Style: Stories1, Bungalow
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Open House: No
  • Room 11 Features: BuiltinRange,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Accessibility Features: GroundLevel, MinimalSteps, NaturalLighting, OneLevel
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Interior Amenities: HookupAvailable, Laundry, LuxuryVinylPlank
  • Room 4 Description: Laundry
  • Room 4 Level: Main
  • Window Features: VinylFrames
  • Appliances: BuiltinRange, Dishwasher, Disposal, FreeStandingRefrigerator, Microwave, RangeHood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • BathroomsTotalLowerLevel: 0.0
  • BathroomsTotalMainLevel: 1.0
  • BathroomsTotalUpperLevel: 0.0
  • Lot Size Range: SqFt7000to9999
  • Room 11 Level: Main
  • Room 12 Level: Main
  • Room 13 Level: Main
  • Fourth Bedroom Area: 98
  • Bedroom 7 Area: 80
  • Room 7 Description: _2ndBedroom
  • Additional Room 7 Level: Main
  • Room 9 Description: DiningRoom
  • Additional Room 9 Level: Main

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Description: CementSiding
  • Exterior Features: PublicRoad, RVParking, Yard
  • Lot Size: 7,000 to 9,999 SqFt
  • R V Description: RVParking
  • View: No
  • Lot Features: Level, Private
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Description: Driveway
  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Fuel Description: Gas
  • Hot Water: Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: ForcedAir
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Water Source: PublicWater

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Independence
  • High School: Central
  • Middle Or Junior School: Talmadge

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.0
  • Parcel #: 305468

Green Features

  • Green Certification: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Deferral: No
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1174.21

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2024
Closed on
Dec 26, 2024
Sold by
Lakeside Investment Group Llc
Bought by
Bontrager Opal Jean
Seller's Agent
Marc Fox
Keller Williams Realty Portland Premiere
Buyer's Agent
OR and WA Non Rmls
Non Rmls Broker
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Views
59
Current Estimated Value
$305,384

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$19,616
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.87%
Original Mortgage
$292,500
Outstanding Balance
$290,717
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$14,667

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2024
Closed on
May 30, 2024
Sold by
Alice V Willey Living Trust and Willey Alice V
Bought by
Lakeside Investment Group Llc
Seller's Agent
Dewey Whitton
THE SALEM REAL ESTATE GROUP
List Price
$249,942
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$104,942
-41.99%
Views
306

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
312.04%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2016
Sold by
Willey Alice
Bought by
Willey Alice and Willey Jack M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2004
Sold by
Willey Alice V and Willey Alice
Bought by
Willey Alice and Alice V Willey Living Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $325,000 Ticor Title
Warranty Deed $145,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $292,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/27/2024 12/27/24 Sold $325,000 0.0% $383 / Sq Ft
11/27/2024 11/27/24 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2024 11/15/24 For Sale $325,000 0.0% $383 / Sq Ft
11/03/2024 11/03/24 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2024 10/30/24 For Sale $325,000 0.0% $383 / Sq Ft
10/14/2024 10/14/24 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2024 10/03/24 For Sale $325,000 +124.1% $383 / Sq Ft
06/03/2024 06/03/24 Sold $145,000 -35.6% $212 / Sq Ft
05/06/2024 05/06/24 Price Changed $225,000 -10.0% $329 / Sq Ft
03/21/2024 03/21/24 For Sale $249,942 -- $365 / Sq Ft
Source: Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,145 $65,100 $30,730 $34,370
2024 $1,145 $63,210 $29,830 $33,380
2023 $1,174 $61,370 $28,960 $32,410
2022 $1,078 $59,590 $28,120 $31,470
2021 $1,066 $57,860 $27,310 $30,550
2020 $1,038 $56,180 $26,520 $29,660
2019 $1,012 $54,550 $25,760 $28,790
2018 $980 $52,970 $25,020 $27,950
2017 $974 $51,430 $24,290 $27,140
2016 $992 $49,940 $23,580 $26,360
2015 $954 $48,490 $22,890 $25,600
2014 $933 $47,080 $22,230 $24,850
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS)

MLS Number: 24239885

Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS)

APN: 305468