Charming Two-Story Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Forest Grove! Don’t miss this unique and historical property just blocks from coffee shops, restaurants, local stores, and Pacific University- an incredible investment opportunity or a chance to make a piece of Forest Grove history your own. This two-story home offers 5 bedrooms (2 non-conforming), including a primary bedroom on the main level. The living room features high ceilings, a ceiling fan, and a cozy gas wood stove for added warmth and character. The kitchen includes a built-in double oven, cooktop, stainless steel refrigerator, peninsula with eat bar, and pantry. All appliances are included. A highlight of the home is the secret room, tucked away above the primary bedroom and accessible via a ladder or a hidden door in the second bedroom—full of charm and possibilities. Outside, a detached studio/shed space provides a blank canvas for creative projects, a home office, or additional storage. There’s also a tool shed area just off the laundry room for added functionality. So much potential in an unbeatable location- explore all the possibilities this one-of-a-kind home has to offer!
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$453,000
1648 Cedar St, Forest Grove, OR 97116
5beds
2,040sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$443,700 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$3,043 Estimated rent
Home value
$443,700
$417,000 - $470,000
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Tool shed areaSecret roomHigh ceilingsCozy gas wood stoveStainless steel refrigeratorBuilt-in double ovenPeninsula with eat bar
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Listed by:
Dar Rodgers 503-317-1205,
Wholehearted Homes,
Brianna Salinas 503-502-3747,
Wholehearted Homes
Bought with:
Keri Johnson, 201230565
Premiere Property Group, LLC
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 787741588
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Laundry, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Vinyl Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Vinyl Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 5
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Builtin Range, Cook Island, Disposal, Pantry, Builtin Oven, Double Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, High Ceilings, Peninsula
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Width: 11
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan, Living Room Dining Room Combo, High Ceilings, Wallto Wall Carpet, Wood Stove
- Level: Main
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Heating
- Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Built In Oven, Built-In Range, Cooktop, Disposal, Double Oven, Down Draft, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Closet, Cook Island, Pantry, Peninsula, Living Room Dining Room Combo, Tile
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wall to Wall Carpet
- Windows: Vinyl Frames, Wood Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,040
- Total interior livable area: 2,040 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Raised Beds, Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Private, SqFt 5000 to 6999
Details
- Additional structures: ToolShed
- Parcel number: R425828
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Clark Distract
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Forest Grove
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $402,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,338
- Date on market: 6/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 60 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/15/2025 | Sold | $453,000+0.7%$222/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #787741588 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2025 | Pending sale | $450,000$221/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #787741588 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $450,000+13.4%$221/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #787741588 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2021 | Sold | $397,000+3.1%$195/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #21472429 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2021 | Pending sale | $385,000$189/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #21472429 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2021 | Listed for sale | $385,000+130.5%$189/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #21472429 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2013 | Sold | $167,000-5.6%$82/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #13105261 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2013 | Pending sale | $177,000$87/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Barbara Sue Seal Properties #13105261 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2013 | Price change | $177,000-3.8%$87/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Barbara Sue Seal Properties #13105261 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2013 | Listed for sale | $184,000$90/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Barbara Sue Seal Properties #13105261 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2013 | Pending sale | $184,000$90/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Barbara Sue Seal Properties #13105261 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2013 | Listed for sale | $184,000$90/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Barbara Sue Seal Properties #13105261 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,459 +2.8% | $236,530 +3% |
| 2024 | $4,339 +3.7% | $229,650 +3% |
| 2023 | $4,186 +14.4% | $222,970 +3% |
| 2022 | $3,660 +1.3% | $216,480 |
| 2021 | $3,612 +0.5% | -- |
| 2020 | $3,593 +2.3% | $204,060 +3% |
| 2019 | $3,513 +3.2% | $198,120 |
| 2018 | $3,405 | $198,120 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $3,405 +6.2% | $186,750 +3% |
| 2016 | $3,207 | $181,320 +3% |
| 2015 | $3,207 +4.1% | $176,040 +3% |
| 2014 | $3,079 +3% | $170,920 +3% |
| 2013 | $2,991 +2.4% | $165,950 +3% |
| 2012 | $2,921 +3.2% | $161,120 -17.6% |
| 2011 | $2,831 +0.8% | $195,630 -4.6% |
| 2010 | $2,809 +3.5% | $204,970 -4.9% |
| 2009 | $2,712 +3.5% | $215,450 -8.1% |
| 2008 | $2,621 +5% | $234,560 -4% |
| 2007 | $2,495 +6.9% | $244,390 +15.3% |
| 2006 | $2,335 +1.5% | $211,950 +19.9% |
| 2005 | $2,301 +1.8% | $176,780 +7.9% |
| 2004 | $2,261 +2.5% | $163,770 +2.8% |
| 2003 | $2,206 +8% | $159,370 +2.8% |
| 2002 | $2,043 +2.6% | $154,990 +3.8% |
| 2001 | $1,991 +19.3% | $149,370 +0.9% |
| 2000 | $1,669 | $148,090 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 97116
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Joseph Gale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Neil Armstrong Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Forest Grove High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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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