Property details
About 51257 Hwy 26
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 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.
Highlights
Summary
- Attached Garage: No
- Waterfront: River Front
- View: Mountain(s), River, Valley
- List Price: $335,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,005
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sprinklers, Pasture
- Directions: Hwy 26 near Fields Creek Road (NF 21)
- Lot Size: 2.16 Acres
- MLS Number: 286615462
- MLS Name: Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc.
- Office Name: Cupper Creek Land Company LLC
- Office Email: cuppercreeklandco@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Julie Mansfield-Smith
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2022 | Home Sold | $125,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $71,907 | $1,005 |
| 2021 | $67,780 | $938 |
| 2019 | $63,890 | $986 |
| 2018 | $62,030 | $848 |
| 2017 | $60,224 | $826 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Humbolt Elementary School
Public District KG-6
17.6 mi
•329 N Humbolt 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 $42,105. The majority of Mount Vernon, OR residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Figure Skating
NASCAR
Hunting
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Dollar General
Wal-Mart
Bass Pro Shops
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Applebees
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
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Cadillac
GMC
Ram
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Classic Country
Oldies
New Country
Frequently asked questions
About 51257 Hwy 26
The listing price of 51257 Hwy 26 property is $335,000.
The property 51257 Hwy 26 is land located in Mount Vernon, Oregon, 97865.
Active Listing: 51257 Hwy 26 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 51257 Hwy 26 are: Humbolt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Dayville School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Grant Union Junior/Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Long Creek School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,005 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 12, 2022 for $125,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 51257 Hwy 26 is 2.16 acres.
This home is located at 51257 Hwy 26 in Mount Vernon, OR and zip code 97865. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $335,000.