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    $570,000

    1617 Birch St, Forest Grove, OR 97116

    4beds
    1,948sqft
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    $3,975/mo
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    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    9,147 Square Feet Lot
    $566,000 Zestimate®
    $293/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautifully remodeled bathroomsNewly refinished hardwood floorsGenerous lotSpace for gardens
    Step into Forest Grove’s historic district and discover this lovingly preserved 1900 farmhouse—where vintage charm meets thoughtful modern updates. This two-story home gives you room to grow, create, and savor the slower pace of small-town life. Inside, recent improvements elevate the home’s comfort and style: fresh interior and exterior paint, newly refinished hardwood floors, and beautifully remodeled bathrooms. A highly desirable main-level bedroom and full bath provide flexible living options—ideal for guests, multigenerational needs, or easy single-level living. Sitting on a generous lot, the property offers space for gardens, gatherings, and quiet moments under the shade of mature trees. Located on picturesque Birch Street, this home places you moments from Forest Grove’s shops, parks, and Pacific University.And an added bonus: preferred lender is offering a complementary one-year interest rate buy-down for qualified buyers—adding even more value to this historic gem.If you’ve been searching for a home with soul, space, and Forest Grove’s signature warmth, this is the one!
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    Listed by:

    Cathleen Clark Thomas 503-756-1431,

    John L. Scott

    Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 551659710MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom 4, Utility Room, Mud Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Hardwood Floors, Closet
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 156
      • Dimensions: 13 x 12
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Hardwood Floors, Closet
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 108
      • Dimensions: 12 x 9
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Hardwood Floors, Closet
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 96
      • Dimensions: 12 x 8
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Deck, Exterior Entry, Hardwood Floors, Ensuite, Flex Room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132
      • Dimensions: 12 x 11
      Dining room
      • Features: Exterior Entry, Hardwood Floors, High Ceilings
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 156
      • Dimensions: 13 x 12
      Kitchen
      • Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Eating Area, Exterior Entry, Pantry, Free Standing Range, Free Standing Refrigerator
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 320
      • Width: 16
      Living room
      • Features: Bay Window, High Ceilings, Wallto Wall Carpet
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 240
      • Dimensions: 20 x 12
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • High Ceilings, Sink, Closet, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall to Wall Carpet
      • Windows: Wood Frames, Bay Window(s)
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,948
      • Total interior livable area: 1,948 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street, Parking Pad
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Main Floor Bedroom Bath, Utility Room On Main, Accessibility
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
      • Exterior features: Yard, Exterior Entry
      • Fencing: Fenced
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City, Seasonal, Territorial
      Lot
      • Size: 9,147 Square Feet
      • Features: Level, SqFt 7000 to 9999
      Details
      • Additional structures: ToolShed
      • Parcel number: R425917
      • Zoning: R5

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Farmhouse
      • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: Gas
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Sidewalk
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Forest Grove

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $293/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $542,730
      • Annual tax amount: $5,504
      • Date on market: 7/16/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $566,000

        $538,000 - $594,000

        $2,883/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/12/2026Price change$570,000-2.6%$293/sqft
        Source: RMLS (OR) #551659710 Report a problem
        7/16/2026Listed for sale$585,000$300/sqft
        Source: RMLS (OR) #551659710 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,505 +2.8%$292,000 +3%
        2024$5,356 +8.1%$283,500 +7.4%
        2023$4,956 +14.4%$264,010 +3%
        2022$4,333 +1.3%$256,330
        2021$4,277 +0.5%--
        2020$4,254 +2.3%$241,630 +3%
        2019$4,160 +3.2%$234,600
        2018$4,032 $234,600 +6.1%
        2017$4,032 +6.2%$221,140 +3%
        2016$3,797 $214,700 +3%
        2015$3,797 +4%$208,450 +3%
        2014$3,651 +1.8%$202,380 +3%
        2013$3,587 +3.7%$196,490 +3%
        2012$3,458 +3.2%$190,770 -17.4%
        2011$3,352 +0.8%$230,970 -4.3%
        2010$3,326 +3.5%$241,470 -4.9%
        2009$3,212 +3.5%$253,860 -6.9%
        2008$3,103 +5%$272,770 -4.6%
        2007$2,954 +6.9%$286,020 +15%
        2006$2,765 +1.5%$248,710 +19.1%
        2005$2,724 +1.8%$208,880 +7.7%
        2004$2,677 +2.5%$193,870 +2.4%
        2003$2,612 +8%$189,320 +2.7%
        2002$2,419 +2.6%$184,410 +3.5%
        2001$2,357 +19.3%$178,200 +0.6%
        2000$1,977 $177,160
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 97116

        Getting around

        71 / 100
        Very Walkable
        36 / 100
        Some Transit
        73 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Joseph Gale
        • Middle: Neil Armstrong
        • High: Forest Grove

        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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