Rarely does an opportunity like this come along: a charming 1938 waterfront home set on approximately 0.95 acre within city limits, surrounded by mature fruit trees, graceful willows, colorful gardens, expansive green space, and a private pond. Rich in character and timeless appeal, this peaceful property is ready for its next chapter—with endless possibilities for restoration, renovation, customization, and creating a truly special home.Inside, the spacious, light-filled living room welcomes you with original hardwood floors, large picture windows, and a cozy gas fireplace. The home offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including an oversized primary suite with its own private bath. Two additional bright bedrooms and a full guest bath provide comfortable single-level living.The kitchen features a gas stove, while the conveniently located laundry room is just off the kitchen. Additional bonus spaces offer flexibility for a home office, creative studio, hobby room, or other personal uses. A full, unfinished basement provides valuable storage and even more potential for future finished living space.Outside is where this property truly shines. Enjoy the tranquility of nearly an acre of waterfront grounds, with mature fruit trees, gardens, open lawn, peaceful pond views, and a calming water feature. Whether you dream of gardening, entertaining, creating outdoor spaces, or simply enjoying a quiet retreat surrounded by nature, this property offers the space and setting to make those dreams a reality.The home is equipped with gas appliances and a new electrical panel, providing a solid starting point for its next owner.This is a rare chance to restore and personalize a one-of-a-kind 1938 residence while enjoying the privacy, character, and beauty of a waterfront property—all within city limits. Bring your vision and create a home that is uniquely yours.
Pending
Price cut: $55K (9/4)
$495,000
1147 Park Ave, Eugene, OR 97404
3beds
1,941sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
0.95 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$255/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy gas fireplaceOpen lawnPrivate pondColorful gardensGraceful willowsCalming water featurePeaceful pond views
- 87 days
- 535
- 44
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christopher Dean 541-343-0648,
Bennett & Dean Real Estate,
Katherine Dean 541-912-6152,
Bennett & Dean Real Estate
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 456806260
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Bonus Room, Sun Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom, Closet, Laminate Flooring
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Laminate Flooring
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Closet
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floors
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, Pantry
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Other, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Appliances, Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Pantry, Bathroom
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood, Hardwood, Laminate
- Doors: Sliding Doors, French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,941
- Total interior livable area: 1,941 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Raised Beds, Water Feature, Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
- Waterfront features: Other, Pond
Lot
- Size: 0.95 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Trees, Wooded, SqFt 20000 to Acres1
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 0426153
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Eugene
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $255/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $724,945
- Annual tax amount: $4,746
- Date on market: 7/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 87 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2026 | Pending sale | $495,000$255/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #456806260 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2026 | Price change | $495,000-10%$255/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #456806260 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000$283/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #456806260 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,747 +1.1% | $308,847 +3% |
| 2024 | $4,695 +2.4% | $299,852 +3% |
| 2023 | $4,585 +3.8% | $291,119 +3% |
| 2022 | $4,416 +7.5% | $282,640 +3% |
| 2021 | $4,107 -0.7% | $274,408 +3% |
| 2020 | $4,136 +3.7% | $266,416 +3% |
| 2019 | $3,990 +7.2% | $258,657 +3% |
| 2018 | $3,722 | $251,124 +3% |
| 2017 | $3,722 +3.8% | $243,810 +3% |
| 2016 | $3,584 +2.8% | $236,709 +3% |
| 2015 | $3,486 +3.5% | $229,815 +3% |
| 2014 | $3,367 +7.8% | $223,121 +3% |
| 2013 | $3,124 +9.5% | $216,622 +3% |
| 2012 | $2,853 | $210,313 +3% |
| 2011 | -- | $204,187 +3% |
| 2010 | -- | $198,240 +3% |
| 2009 | -- | $192,466 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $186,860 +3% |
| 2007 | -- | $181,417 +3% |
| 2006 | -- | $176,133 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $171,003 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $166,022 +3% |
| 2003 | -- | $161,186 +3% |
| 2002 | -- | $156,491 +3% |
| 2001 | -- | $151,933 +3% |
| 2000 | -- | $147,508 |
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Neighborhood: River Road
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: River Road
- Middle: Kelly
- High: North Eugene
Source: RMLS (OR). This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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