$529,900

509 Kensington Ave Astoria, OR 97103

$6,293
Closing credit¹
1 bed
2 full
1,084 sqft
0.1 acres
$489 / sqft
House

Property details

About 509 Kensington Ave

Discover this enchanting Craftsman cottage, nestled at the top of the hill in Astoria. A rare find, offering views to both the north and south and just 10 blocks to downtown Astoria. Originally a 4 bedroom home, today it has 1 bedroom, plus a flex space on the lower level that could be used as an office, den or a second bedroom. Warm up by the gas fireplace, enjoy the kitchen's views of the Columbia River or find inspiration in the lower level suite. Downstairs, you'll step into an oasis with a bedroom, bathroom, flex space, laundry room, and direct access and views of to the serene outdoor space. The fully fenced backyard is a sanctuary. Perfect for unwinding or sparking creativity. A detached garage with wood flooring adds flexibility, ideal for an artist's studio.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size1,084 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1918
ParkingDriveway
MLS #24067168
Garage1 space
FireplaceGas Fireplace
ViewBay, City, River

Summary

  • MLS Number: 24067168
  • MLS Name: Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc.
  • Office Name: SALTAIRE Coastal Homes
  • Office Phone: (503) 724-2400
  • Listing Agent: Christy Coulombe, Elizabeth Marxer

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 17, 2010
Home Sold
$150,000
Sep 02, 2005
Home Sold
$139,900

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$119,756$2,384
2021$112,883$2,252
2020$109,596$2,128
2018$103,307$1,899

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Lewis & Clark Elementary School

Public District 3-5

2.5 mi

92179 Lewis and Clark Rd

2

Warrenton Grade School

Public District KG-5

4.8 mi

820 SW Cedar Ave

3

Naselle-Grays River Valley Elementary School

Public District KG-5

13.5 mi

793 State Route 4

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $61,738. The most common annual income of people living in Astoria, OR is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

21%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

49%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • LincolnLincoln
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • ClassicalClassical
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 509 Kensington Ave

This home is located at 509 Kensington Ave in Astoria, OR and zip code 97103. This 1,084 square foot home, which was built in 1918, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $529,900.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Astoria, OR there were more than 0 sold above asking price, over 2 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. Between December and January 2025, Astoria, OR real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 6%. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 63 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $505,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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