
51257 Hwy 26 Mount Vernon, OR 97865
Estimated payment $2,188/month
About This Home
2+/- Ac. Riverfront Retreat! Location, location & location best describes this rare find nestled on the John Day River in sunny eastern Oregon. This holding is in the heart of Grant County, with great fishing, hunting & recreation. There is good access with privacy fence off Hwy 26. Located at the gateway to the Murderers Creek Hunting unit, this could become your own base camp, or a VRBO to sublet out to hunters or nature enthusiasts. With steelhead fishing right out the back door where you can also enjoy a comfy bonfire alongside the river, this rural property has a myriad of opportunities to consider for additional income. This recreational retreat can serve as a rental, second home or full-time residence. Nice garden area, open beam green house and shade trees adorn the lawn. The pasture with year-round ditch water can irrigate your hobby farm in a mild climate with 6-month growing season. This unique 2-acre parcel also includes seasonal water rights with ditch irrigation, a very livable yet comfortable 2/1 1972 doublewide MH sold in as-is condition. Wood heat, monitor oil stove, porch addition, 12x12 storage shed, 30x55 shop. Spectacular views of Aldrich and Fields Peak mountain ranges on the horizon are seen from this humble abode. This is a cute and cozy hideaway, inside and out, and offers an opportunity to upgrade into a new homestead, leave it alone or simply enjoy the solitude, sights and sounds of the river with plenty of room and a great view. DEQ approvals and 15 GPM domestic well. 2600 ft. elevation. Included in the sale are washer, dryer, range, refrigerator, window air conditioners, monitor oil and wood stove. Buyers to provide proof of funds before showing. Financing may be available with private lender.
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Julie Smith
Listed on: 06/04/2025

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Lot Details
- Waterfront
- Mountainous Lot
- Current uses include hunting/fishing, hobby farm, homestead
- Potential uses include hobby farm, homestead
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
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02/25/2025 02/25/25 | For Sale | $335,000 | -- | -- |
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