#24238958, Peggy Howell, Listing Office: John L. Scott
280 S 1st St Saint Helens, OR 97051
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About 280 S 1st St
Welcome to the Cox-Williams House, built in 1890, listed individually on The National Register of Historic Places in 1982 and as part of the Riverfront Historic District in 1984, It is a stunning embodiment of late Victorian architectural elegance, recognized as one of the most elaborate examples in the historic downtown core of St. Helens', prime for a full restoration or reuse project. Designed in the exquisite Italianate style, this home boasts a hip roof and intricate detailing that reflects the craftsmanship of its era. Inside and out, you’ll find many original features that transport you back in time. Originally moved from a neighboring lot in 1912, this historic home is situated on a generous 78 x 100' fenced lot, offering a prime location on First Street, right in the bustling downtown historic district where you can enjoy the internationally recognized month long celebration of the movie "Halloweentown", summertime concert series and other holiday celebrations.This is the first time it has been on the market in 29 years. If you’re looking to restore a piece of history and create your dream home in a vibrant community, the Cox-Williams House offers a unique opportunity to own a significant part of St. Helens’ architectural heritage. Because this property is zoned commercial this is also a fantastic opportunity to let your imagination run wild with the possibilities it presents.Fun Fact** This home was used as a filming location for the 1996 movie "Things I never Told You"**
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- MLS Number: 24515419
- MLS Name: Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc.
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Professionals
- Office Phone: (503) 396-1016
- Listing Agent: Jane Garcia
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280 S 1st St
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Property sales
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $274,400 | $4,458 |
2021 | $258,660 | $3,905 |
2020 | $251,130 | $3,774 |
2019 | $243,820 | $3,714 |
2018 | $236,720 | $3,601 |
2017 | $229,830 | $3,499 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.5 mi
•111 S 9th St
4
McBride Elementary School
Public District KG-6
2.1 mi
•2774 Columbia Blvd
3
Columbia City School
Public District KG-5
2.1 mi
•2000 2nd 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 $57,995. Typical income of Saint Helens, OR residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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About 280 S 1st St
This home is located at 280 S 1st St in Saint Helens, OR and zip code 97051. This 4,104 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $675,000.
Over 2 listings were sold over their listed price in February 2025 in Saint Helens, OR. In the same period over 3 listings were sold below the listed price and 3 listings were sold for the listed price. Between January and February 2025, Saint Helens, OR real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 11.3%. Listings spent 78 days on the market in February 2025, and had a median list price of $425,000 during the same period.