Introducing the iconic "Belt Building" in downtown Independence, OR. This historic property, known for housing Main Street Antiques, has been meticulously restored and structurally reinforced, making it a standout investment opportunity. The fully renovated building exudes character, while the versatile ground floor space is ideal for retail, office, or food service use. Listing Broker is the seller. Refer to listing #823768. Upstairs, a spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment with laundry facilities offers additional value. With the added bonus of an oversized 2-car garage featuring high ceilings and a restroom, this property presents a unique and versatile opportunity for investors or business owners alike. Located with frontage on Main Street, the building is directly across the street from the fountain at Riverfront Park.
For sale
Listed by: Coho Commercial • Peter Braunworth • Contact: OFC: 503-385-8835 ext. 103
Price cut: $50K (6/22)
$950,000
144 S Main St, Independence, OR 97351
2beds
5,150sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
4,485 Square Feet Lot
$932,900 Zestimate®
$184/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Versatile ground floor spaceHigh ceilingsLaundry facilities
- 336 days |
- 442 |
- 12 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Peter Braunworth OFC:503-385-8835ext.103,
Coho Commercial,
AMANDA SHERBURN,
Coho Realty
Source: WVMLS,MLS#: 823772
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Dining room
- Features: Area (Combination)
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,150
- Total interior livable area: 5,150 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Handicap Amenities - See Remarks
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered Deck, Covered Patio, Patio
- Fencing: Partial
- Has water view: Yes
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 4,485 Square Feet
- Features: Zero Lot Line, Landscaped
Details
- Zoning: MUPC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal or Aluminum
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System Owned
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Independence
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $184/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $7,721
- Price range: $950K - $950K
- Date on market: 9/22/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$932,900
$886,000 - $980,000
$1,958/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Price change | $950,000-5%$184/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Price change | $1,000,000-2.4%$194/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $1,025,000-2.4%$199/sqft |
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| 9/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+5%$204/sqft |
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| 9/1/2025 | Listing removed | $1,000,000$194/sqft |
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| 2/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000$194/sqft |
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| 2/7/2025 | Contingent | $1,000,000$194/sqft |
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| 12/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000+73.9%$194/sqft |
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| 1/24/2020 | Sold | $575,000-28.1%$112/sqft |
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| 11/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $799,900$155/sqft |
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| 11/1/2019 | Pending sale | $799,900$155/sqft |
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| 11/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $799,900$155/sqft |
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| 8/13/2019 | Pending sale | $799,900$155/sqft |
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| 6/4/2019 | Listed for sale | $799,900$155/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 97351
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Independence Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Talmadge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Independence
- Middle: Talmadge
- High: Central
Source: WVMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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