Sold204d on marketHistoric · 108 yrs
509 Kensington Ave
Astoria, OR, 97103 • 97103 • Clatsop County
$445,000
$411/sqft
1Beds
2Baths
1,084Sqft
0.11 acLot
1918Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Bay · City · River
Cottage,Craftsman Style
Built 1918 · 108 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio · Porch
1-Car Garage
Driveway · Detached
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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204 days on market
Established listing
$411/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1918 · Historic
Discover this enchanting Craftsman cottage, nestled at the top of the hill in Astoria. A rare find, offering views to both the north and south and just 10 blocks to downtown Astoria. With 1 bedroom, plus a flex space on the lower level that could be used as an office, den or a second bedroom. Warm up by the gas fireplace, enjoy the kitchen's views of the Columbia River or find inspiration in the lower level suite. Downstairs, you'll step into an oasis with a bedroom, bathroom, flex space, laundry room, and direct access and views of to the serene outdoor space. The fully fenced backyard is a sanctuary. Perfect for unwinding or sparking creativity. A detached garage with wood flooring adds flexibility, ideal for an artist's studio.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights gas fireplace, fully fenced backyard, and lower level suite as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,785/month
Principal & Interest$2,192
Property Tax$445
Insurance$148
Down payment20% ($89,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.25% rate · 30yr fixed · $356,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeResidential, Single Family Residence
Year Built1918
HeatingForced Air
CoolingNone
Parking1 Garage space
Lot4,791 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeResidential, Single Family Residence
StyleCottage,Craftsman
ConditionRestored
Year built1918
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Detached
Garage1 spaces
BasementFinished
FencingFenced
Lot4,791 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood97103
Annual tax$2,468
Parcel80918AA06800
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dishwasher
Free-Standing Range
Free-Standing Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Vinyl
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Laundry
Laundry Room
Fireplace
Gas
Windows
Vinyl Frames
Wood Frames
Exterior Features
Exterior
Garden
Yard
Parking
Driveway
Detached
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Patio
Porch
Lot Features
SqFt 3000 to 4999
Views
Bay
City
River
Utilities
Cable Connected
Gas
Gas
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
LowerFamily Room
LowerKitchen
MainLiving Room
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market204
Est. value$440,600
Est. rent$1,779/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$411
On marketNov 11, 2024
PostedJan 12, 2025
Last sold$445,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedSep 15, 2025
Tour days6
Views17
Favorites5
How are the schools in Astoria?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Astoria, OR, 97103
Price history
18 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Sep 15, 2025Sold$445,000$411RMLS (OR)
Aug 15, 2025Pending Sale$475,000$438RMLS (OR)
Jul 19, 2025Price Change$475,000$438CMLS
Jun 24, 2025Listed For Sale$485,000$447CMLS
Jun 12, 2025Pending Sale$485,000$447RMLS (OR)
May 31, 2025Price Change$485,000$447CMLS
Apr 14, 2025Listed For Sale$500,000$461CMLS
Apr 4, 2025Pending Sale$500,000$461RMLS (OR)
Mar 22, 2025Price Change$500,000$461CMLS
Mar 15, 2025Listed For Sale$529,900$489CMLS
Mar 4, 2025Pending Sale$529,900$489RMLS (OR)
Jan 6, 2025Price Change$529,900$489RMLS (OR)
Dec 13, 2024Price Change$539,900$498RMLS (OR)
Nov 11, 2024Listed For Sale$549,900$507RMLS (OR)
Dec 17, 2010Sold$150,000$138Public Record
Oct 2, 2010Price Change$175,000$161Area Properties
Aug 13, 2010Listed For Sale$192,000$177Area Properties
Sep 2, 2005Sold$139,900$129Public Record
Sold$445,000
Sep 15, 2025•$411/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Pending Sale$475,000
Aug 15, 2025•$438/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Price Change$475,000
Jul 19, 2025•$438/sqft•CMLS
Listed For Sale$485,000
Jun 24, 2025•$447/sqft•CMLS
Pending Sale$485,000
Jun 12, 2025•$447/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Price Change$485,000
May 31, 2025•$447/sqft•CMLS
Listed For Sale$500,000
Apr 14, 2025•$461/sqft•CMLS
Pending Sale$500,000
Apr 4, 2025•$461/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Price Change$500,000
Mar 22, 2025•$461/sqft•CMLS
Listed For Sale$529,900
Mar 15, 2025•$489/sqft•CMLS
Pending Sale$529,900
Mar 4, 2025•$489/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Price Change$529,900
Jan 6, 2025•$489/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Price Change$539,900
Dec 13, 2024•$498/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Listed For Sale$549,900
Nov 11, 2024•$507/sqft•RMLS (OR)
Sold$150,000
Dec 17, 2010•$138/sqft•Public Record
Price Change$175,000
Oct 2, 2010•$161/sqft•Area Properties
Listed For Sale$192,000
Aug 13, 2010•$177/sqft•Area Properties
Sold$139,900
Sep 2, 2005•$129/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2024$2,468$123,348
Apr 8, 2023$2,384$119,756
Apr 8, 2022$2,253$116,269
Apr 8, 2021$2,191$112,883
Apr 8, 2020$2,129$109,596
Apr 8, 2019$2,129$106,405
Apr 8, 2018$2,066$103,307
Apr 8, 2017$1,900$100,299
Apr 8, 2016$1,819$97,379
Apr 8, 2015$1,739$94,544
Apr 8, 2014$1,705$91,791
Apr 8, 2013$1,674$89,119
Apr 8, 2012—$86,524
Apr 8, 2011—$84,005
Apr 8, 2010—$81,559
Apr 8, 2009—$79,184
Apr 8, 2008—$76,879
Apr 8, 2007—$74,641
Apr 8, 2006—$72,468
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Astoria, OR • Clatsop County
Nearby neighborhoods
KnappaRiver PointSvensen
Nearby cities
Arch CapeAstoriaCannon BeachClatskanieGearhartSeasideWarrenton
Nearby zip codes
97103
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