#725173908, Ruth Howard, Frank Howard, Listing office: Equity Oregon Real Estate
$1,190,000 List price
12005 S Carus Rd Oregon City, OR 97045
4 beds
3 full
2,598 sqft
11.2 acres
$458 / sqft
House
Property details
About 12005 S Carus Rd
View this incredible slice of heaven in the Oregon City Hills this Sunday, June 15, from 12:30 to 3:30pm! All visitors will be entered into a drawing for a free 1-year subscription to Better Homes and Gardens magazine. Refreshments provided!A Rare Slice of Oregon Country Living! Discover your own private retreat in the hills of Oregon City—just over 11 acres of picturesque land spread across two tax lots, once home to a beloved Christmas tree farm. This special property offers the perfect blend of rural serenity and everyday comfort, with endless space to roam, relax, and reimagine your future. The light-filled home is warm and welcoming, featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths. Upstairs, the open living and dining areas flow seamlessly onto a stunning wraparound deck that frames panoramic views of the surrounding landscape—ideal for morning coffee, sunset dinners, or stargazing beneath the wide Oregon sky. A cozy family room opens onto a large covered patio downstairs—perfect for a future hot tub, outdoor fireplace, or weekend get-togethers. The home has been thoughtfully maintained with meaningful updates, including newer plumbing and a recently replaced well pump. Mature landscaping adds natural beauty and privacy throughout the grounds.Beyond the home, the possibilities are limitless: a detached two-car garage, a separate workshop, covered parking for your RV, boat, or outdoor toys, and a small animal barn (in need of somet TLC and ready for your vision). Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, multigenerational living, or simply more space to breathe, this one-of-a-kind property is ready to bring your vision to life.Text code 996322 to 35620 for instant access to property photos and more information delivered to your phone.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size2,598 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size11.22 Acres
Year built1947
ParkingDriveway, Street Parking
MLS #226073409
Garage1 space
FireplaceGas Fireplace
ViewTerritorial, Trees/Woods
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Range
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Wood
- Interior: Central Vacuum, Laundry, Wall to Wall Carpet, Washer/Dryer
- Fireplace: Gas Fireplace
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Driveway, Street Parking
- View: Territorial, Trees/Woods
- Exterior: Barn, Covered Patio, Deck, Dog Run, Garden, Outbuilding, Patio, Porch, RV Parking, RV/Boat Storage, Second Garage, Tool Shed, Workshop, Yard
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse, Tri Level
- Heating: Forced Air
- List Price: $1,190,000
- Price/SqFt: $458
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,001
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Cleared, Level, Private, Stream, Trees, Wooded
- Directions: Head south on OR-213, turn right onto S Carus Road. Continue for ~3 miles; property on left.
- Year Built: 1947
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,598 SqFt
- Lot Size: 11.22 Acres
- MLS Number: 226073409
- MLS Name: Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc.
- Office Name: Better Homes & Gardens Realty
- Office Phone: (503) 698-6600
- Listing Agent: Debra Galliano-Nolen, Gennyfer Santel
The content relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the IDX program of the RMLS of Portland, Oregon. Real estate listings held by another brokerage firm are marked with the RMLS logo, and detailed information about these properties includes the names of the listing brokers. Listing content is copyright © 2025 Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. (RMLS™) Portland, Oregon.
The information on this web site is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. We are not responsible or liable for misinformation, misprints, or typographical errors. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. Properties subject to prior sale, change, withdrawal or rental. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 7/5/2025, 1:43:00 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.
Price information
Property sales
We're sorry, we currently don't have property sales data for this listing.
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $207,951 | $3,001 |
| 2022 | $202,011 | $2,808 |
| 2021 | $196,244 | $2,700 |
| 2020 | $190,645 | $2,661 |
| 2018 | $179,931 | $2,473 |
| 2017 | $174,807 | $2,414 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Carus School
Public District KG-6
2.5 mi
•14412 S Carus Rd
4
Cecile Trost Elementary School
Public District KG-6
2.7 mi
•800 S Redwood St
3
Lee Elementary School
Public District KG-6
3.3 mi
•1110 S Ivy St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,423. Most Oregon City, OR residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
25%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
27%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
46%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
Similar homes for sale
#182501690, Deena Kraft, Listing office: Windermere Realty Trust
#404923645, Brad Heiberg, Barbara Gee, Listing office: John L Scott Portland SW
Frequently asked questions
About 12005 S Carus Rd
The listing price of 12005 S Carus Rd property is $1,190,000.
The property 12005 S Carus Rd is a house located in Oregon City, Oregon, 97045.
Active Listing: 12005 S Carus Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12005 S Carus Rd are: Carus School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cecile Trost Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Baker Prairie Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gardiner Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Tumwata Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Canby High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Oregon City High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Oregon City Service Learning Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,001 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 12005 S Carus Rd has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 12005 S Carus Rd is 2,598 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12005 S Carus Rd is 1947.
This home is located at 12005 S Carus Rd in Oregon City, OR and zip code 97013. This 2,598 square foot home, which was built in 1947, sits on a 11.22 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,190,000.
Oregon City, OR housing market in June 2025 saw over 18 listings sold above listed price, more than 13 sold at listed price and over 14 sold below. The number of listings in Oregon City, OR increased by 7.7% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $600,000 and the average listing age was 29 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.