For Sale203d on marketHistoric · 136 yrs
280 S 1st St
Saint Helens, OR, 97051 • 97051 • Columbia County
$400,000
$97/sqft
-$25,000 since Mar 19, 2026
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
3Baths
4,104Sqft
0.18 acLot
1890Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
City · River
Victorian Style
Built 1890 · 136 years of history
Historic River District
97051
Outdoor Living
Porch
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 203 days ago · 3,243 views · 157 saves
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203 days on market
Established listing
$97/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1890 · Historic
Rare opportunity in the heart of the Historic Riverfront Plaza District. The Cox William House (1890), the largest and one of the most architecturally significant Victorian residences on the river grade level, offers notable potential for commercial, residential, or mixed-use purposes. Individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this Italianate-style home features a hipped roof with bracketed eaves, an expansive verandah with turned posts and scroll sawn brackets, and elongated double-hung sash windows. Relocated in 1912 and situated on two full city lots, the property is located in a high-visibility downtown corridor and is zoned for both commercial and residential uses, providing flexibility for a range of permitted uses. With its scale, historic character, and prominent location, the home will welcome the next steward to continue its story through restoration, redevelopment, or thoughtful adaptive reuse. Seller to make no repairs.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights elongated double-hung sash windows and italianate style as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,556/month
Principal & Interest$2,023
Property Tax$400
Insurance$133
Down payment20% ($80,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.50% rate · 30yr fixed · $320,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeResidential, Single Family Residence
Year Built1890
HeatingForced Air, Forced Air 95 Plus
CoolingCentral Air
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot7,840 sqft
Days on Zillow203 Days
Price/sqft$97
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeResidential, Single Family Residence
StyleVictorian
ConditionRegister of Historic Homes
Year built1890
Stories3
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Forced Air 95 Plus
CoolingCentral Air
RoofComposition
ConstructionLap Siding, Wood Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Off Street
BasementPartially Finished
FencingFenced
Lot7,840 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood97051
ZoningRD-Plaz
Annual tax$4,690
Parcel4N1W03BA01300
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Partial baths2
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
High Ceilings
Walk-In Closet(s)
Butlers Pantry
Appliances
Dishwasher
Free-Standing Range
Free-Standing Refrigerator
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Wall to Wall Carpet
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Forced Air 95 Plus
Cooling
Central Air
Windows
Wood Frames
Exterior Features
Exterior
Garden
Yard
Parking
Driveway
Off Street
Construction
Lap Siding
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Porch
Lot Features
Level
SqFt 7000 to 9999
Views
City
River
Utilities
Cable Connected
Gas
Gas
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
UpperWalkin Closet
Bedroom2
UpperBedroom3
UpperDining Room
MainWood Floors
Kitchen
MainWood Floors
Living Room
MainWood Floors
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market203
Tax rate0.75%
Price/sqft$97
On marketSep 10, 2025
PostedSep 10, 2025
Last sold$119,900
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedMar 19, 2026
Tour days9
Views3,243
Favorites157
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Saint Helens, OR, 97051
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 19, 2026Price Change$400,000$97RMLS (OR)
Feb 24, 2026Price Change$425,000$104RMLS (OR)
Nov 3, 2025Price Change$450,000$110RMLS (OR)
Sep 10, 2025Listed For Sale$500,000$122RMLS (OR)
Sep 18, 1995Sold$119,900$29Agent Provided
Price Change$400,000
Mar 19, 2026•$97/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Price Change$425,000
Feb 24, 2026•$104/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Price Change$450,000
Nov 3, 2025•$110/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Listed For Sale$500,000
Sep 10, 2025•$122/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Sold$119,900
Sep 18, 1995•$29/sqft•Agent Provided
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 1, 2024$4,528$282,630
Apr 1, 2023$4,459$274,400
Apr 1, 2022$4,277$266,410
Apr 1, 2021$3,905$258,660
Apr 1, 2020$3,775$251,130
Apr 1, 2019$3,715$243,820
Apr 1, 2018$3,601$236,720
Apr 1, 2017$3,500$229,830
Apr 1, 2016$3,413$223,140
Apr 1, 2015$3,297$216,650
Apr 1, 2014$3,280$210,340
Apr 1, 2013$3,090$204,220
Apr 1, 2012$2,951$198,280
Apr 1, 2011$2,862$192,510
Apr 1, 2010$2,841$186,910
Apr 1, 2009$2,753$181,470
Apr 1, 2008$2,076$139,030
Apr 1, 2007$2,021$134,990
Apr 2, 2006$1,958$131,060
Apr 2, 2005$1,993$127,250
Apr 2, 2004$1,902$123,550
Apr 2, 2003—$119,960
Apr 2, 2002$1,781$116,470
Apr 1, 2001—$113,080
Apr 2, 2000—$109,790
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Saint Helens, OR • Columbia County
Nearby cities
ClatskanieColumbia CityDeer IslandPrescottRainierSaint HelensScappooseVernonia
Nearby zip codes
97051
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