$530,000
SOLD APR 4, 2025

244 N 1st St Saint Helens, OR 97051

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,417 Sq Ft
5,662 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$374 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River View
  • Deck
  • Private Yard
  • Waterfront
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of April 2025

Charming Vintage Home with Breathtaking Views in Coveted Riverview District! Nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Riverview District, this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is brimming with character and charm. Offering sweeping views of Mt. Hood, Mt. St. Helens, and Mt. Adams, as well as stunning water views from almost every room, this home is truly a rare find. Step inside to discover original hardwood floors complemented by durable laminate, all illuminated by natural light streaming through brand-new vinyl windows. Recent updates include a new roof and gutters (2022) and a new air conditioner and gas furnace (2021), ensuring comfort and efficiency year-round. Outside, the property is just as enchanting. A picket fence with an antique metal gate welcomes you into a lush landscape filled with trees, bushes, roses, and a charming grape arbor. The back porch is perfect for entertaining, while the sweet detached casita provides a private retreat for guests. Whether used as a cozy getaway for visitors, an art studio, or a home office, this charming space enhances the home’s versatility and appeal. Located in a quiet, safe, and well-established neighborhood, this home provides a peaceful retreat where you can watch eagles soar over the river and deer roam freely.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ali Hasenkamp

Keller Williams Sunset Corridor License #201222643 Listed on: 02/24/2025

Keller Williams Sunset Corridor

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Ruffner

Where, Inc License #200901031

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,742

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 5,662 Sq Ft Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Fenced
  • Terraced Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • River
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Composition Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 1,417 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Triple Pane Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Storage Room
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

  • Lewis & Clark Elementary School
  • St Helens Middle School
  • St Helens High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 13867

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,742

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
  • Architectural Style: Stories1, Cottage
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Open House: No
  • Room 11 Features: Deck,Dishwasher,EatingArea,HardwoodFloors
  • Room 12 Features: Bookcases,Fireplace,HardwoodFloors
  • Room 13 Features: HardwoodFloors
  • Room 7 Features: HardwoodFloors
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: GarageDoorOpener, HardwoodFloors, LaminateFlooring, Laundry, WasherDryer
  • Room 4 Description: Den
  • Room 4 Level: Main
  • Room 5 Description: Storage
  • Room 5 Level: Lower
  • Basement: CrawlSpace, ExteriorEntry, StorageSpace
  • Window Features: TriplePaneWindows
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, FreeStandingGasRange, FreeStandingRefrigerator, StainlessSteelAppliance
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • BathroomsTotalLowerLevel: 0.0
  • BathroomsTotalMainLevel: 1.0
  • BathroomsTotalUpperLevel: 0.0
  • Lot Size Range: SqFt5000to6999
  • Room 11 Level: Main
  • Room 12 Level: Main
  • Room 13 Level: Main
  • Fourth Bedroom Area: 182
  • Fifth Bedroom Area: 195
  • Bedroom 7 Area: 110
  • Room 7 Description: _2ndBedroom
  • Additional Room 7 Level: Main
  • Other Room9 Area: 80
  • Room 9 Description: DiningRoom
  • Additional Room 9 Level: Main

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Description: Cedar,ShingleSiding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced, Garden, GuestQuarters, Porch, StormDoor, Yard
  • Lot Size: 5,000 to 6,999 SqFt
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Foundation Details: ConcretePerimeter
  • View: Yes
  • Lot Features: Terraced
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Columbia River
  • Waterfront Features: Other
  • Disclosures: Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain,River

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking Description: Driveway, OffStreet
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Fuel Description: Electricity,Gas
  • Hot Water: Electricity
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: ForcedAir
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Water Source: PublicWater

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lewis & Clark
  • High School: St Helens
  • Middle Or Junior School: St Helens

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5662.0
  • Parcel #: 13867

Green Features

  • Green Certification: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Deferral: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2742.12

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2025
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Gorsuch Bonny G and Gorsuch Stirling R
Bought by
Wright Brian V and Wright Christina M
Seller's Agent
Ali Hasenkamp
Keller Williams Sunset Corridor
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Ruffner
Where, Inc
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2.75%
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$517,363

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$12,637
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.09%
Original Mortgage
$424,000
Outstanding Balance
$424,000
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$100,545

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 2022
Sold by
Gorsuch Bonny G
Bought by
Gorsuch Bonny G and Gorsuch Stirling R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2022
Sold by
Gorsuch Stirling R
Bought by
Gorsuch Bonny G

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 1, 2020
Closed on
Jan 17, 2020
Sold by
Smith Tracie L
Bought by
Gorsuch Bonny G and Gorsuch Stirling R
Seller's Agent
Tracie Smith
MORE Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ali Hasenkamp
Keller Williams Sunset Corridor
List Price
$440,000
Sold Price
$440,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2006
Sold by
Smith Patrick D
Bought by
Smith Jeffrey D and Smith Tracie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,800
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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 $530,000 Deschutes Title
Bargain Sale Deed -- --
Bargain Sale Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $440,000 Ticor Title
Warranty Deed $256,000 Ticor Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $424,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $21,600 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $204,800 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Sold $530,000 -2.8% $374 / Sq Ft
03/09/2025 03/09/25 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2025 02/24/25 For Sale $545,000 +23.9% $385 / Sq Ft
01/21/2020 01/21/20 Sold $440,000 0.0% $306 / Sq Ft
01/01/2020 01/01/20 Pending -- -- --
01/01/2020 01/01/20 For Sale $440,000 -- $306 / 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
2024 $2,742 $171,170 $86,390 $84,780
2023 $2,700 $166,190 $83,660 $82,530
2022 $2,590 $161,351 $72,510 $88,841
2021 $2,781 $184,160 $79,070 $105,090
2020 $2,688 $178,800 $99,870 $78,930
2019 $2,645 $173,600 $95,880 $77,720
2018 $2,564 $168,550 $92,790 $75,760
2017 $2,492 $163,650 $90,090 $73,560
2016 $2,455 $158,890 $85,480 $73,410
2015 $2,375 $154,270 $75,810 $78,460
2014 $2,338 $149,780 $65,950 $83,830
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS)

MLS Number: 334452187

Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS)

APN: 0201051340330150000