One of a kind private in town acreage, hidden away high above the Cedar River with a spectacular view in all directions. Surrounded by woods, wildlife and stunning scenery this home is a nature lover's dream. Some of the remodeling includes many new Pella windows, a newer roof, tile floors, water softener, water heater and freshly stained deck. The expanded kitchen is a chef's delight with stainless steel appliances. The new master suite features walk-in closet and huge sitting area with sliders to the wrap around deck that overlooks the Cedar River and nicely landscaped yard. There's a spacious family/ rec room with 1 of 2 beautiful wood burning fireplaces which were recently re-sealed and re-capped and extra-large garage. For those that enjoy fishing or being on the water, you will own 457 feet of water front property with a private boat landing. This wonderful home is in immaculate condition and ready to move in.
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
2.31 acresLot Size
$192Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kevin Heinbuch• PRK Williams Realty
Bought with Sherry Purdie• SKOGMAN REALTY
Source:CRAAR, CDRMLS #1306196
Redfin Estimate
$485,995
$166K since sold in May 2019$0 since August
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This home's estimate is 68.2% higher than the average sale price ($289K) of 6 comparable homes.
One of a kind private in town acreage, hidden away high above the Cedar River with a spectacular view in all directions. Surrounded by woods, wildlife and stunning scenery this home is a nature lover's dream. Some of the remodeling includes many new Pella windows, a newer roof, tile floors, water softener, water heater and freshly stained deck. The expanded kitchen is a chef's delight with stainless steel appliances. The new master suite features walk-in closet and huge sitting area with sliders to the wrap around deck that overlooks the Cedar River and nicely landscaped yard. There's a spacious family/ rec room with 1 of 2 beautiful wood burning fireplaces which were recently re-sealed and re-capped and extra-large garage. For those that enjoy fishing or being on the water, you will own 457 feet of water front property with a private boat landing. This wonderful home is in immaculate condition and ready to move in.
Public Records
Apr 6, 2011
Sold
$286,000
$113/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 4, 2007
Sold
$272,500
$107/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,802 (+2.4%)
$84,800 + $289,400
$374,200
2024
$5,666 (−12.3%)
$75,000 + $255,600
$330,600
2023
$6,464 (+1.9%)
$75,000 + $255,600
$330,600
2022
$6,346 (+4.2%)
$75,000 + $240,300
$315,300
2021
$6,088 (+5.5%)
$75,000 + $240,300
$315,300
2020
$5,770 (−1.0%)
$75,000 + $209,500
$284,500
2019
$5,826 (+2.8%)
$75,000 + $209,500
$284,500
2018
$5,666 (−3.5%)
$75,000 + $195,300
$270,300
2017
$5,872 (+2.5%)
$75,000 + $195,300
$270,300
2016
$5,730 (+14.7%)
$75,000 + $194,600
$269,600
2014
$4,994
$75,000 + $173,792
$248,792
Tax history for 3901 Ellis Rd NW
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,802 (+2.4%)
$84,800 + $289,400
$374,200
2024
$5,666 (−12.3%)
$75,000 + $255,600
$330,600
2023
$6,464 (+1.9%)
$75,000 + $255,600
$330,600
2022
$6,346 (+4.2%)
$75,000 + $240,300
$315,300
2021
$6,088 (+5.5%)
$75,000 + $240,300
$315,300
2020
$5,770 (−1.0%)
$75,000 + $209,500
$284,500
2019
$5,826 (+2.8%)
$75,000 + $209,500
$284,500
2018
$5,666 (−3.5%)
$75,000 + $195,300
$270,300
2017
$5,872 (+2.5%)
$75,000 + $195,300
$270,300
2016
$5,730 (+14.7%)
$75,000 + $194,600
$269,600
2014
$4,994
$75,000 + $173,792
$248,792
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
A-RR
Rural Residential District
The A-RR district is intended to be a setting for very low-density and very large lot residential development at a density of up to one unit per acre. A-RR should be used to preserve rural character and existing natural environmental elements.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Assembly/ meeting place
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,984
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 3
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 9
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Forced Air Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Type: Frame
Exterior Wall: Wood
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Hip
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 2,536
Building Sq. Ft: 3,968
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: TH PT GOV LOT 6 AS DESC V6634/P509-EX RD STR/LB 13 83 8
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 100,700
Legal Lot Number: 6
Municipality Name: CR-CR
Acres: 2.3117
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: CR-CR
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,536
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Linn County
APN: 13134-26004-00000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Jackson Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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Taft Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
John F Kennedy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$462,000 – $559,000
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