***New septic system installed September 2024.*** Picturesque close-in country retreat just 5-min(+/-) drive from I-5. Nestled 1/2 mile outside charming downtown Aurora w/ only 1/3 acre to maintain, this property offers a perfect blend of rural tranquility and urban convenience. Step inside to discover a delightful fusion of vintage charm & contemporary upgrades. Main floor boasts high ceilings, cozy bedroom w/ attached full bath, versatile parlor/den/4th bedroom (add door), and a welcoming living room featuring a modern pellet stove. Entertain guests in the elegant formal dining room complete w/ exquisite built-in cabinetry or gather around the spacious eat-in kitchen showcasing updated countertops, convenient breakfast bar island, appliance garage & walk-in pantry. You'll also find classic character in the plank & dowel floors. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms plus an updated bathroom featuring a charming claw foot tub. Finish the additional 1348sf basement to set up dual living w/ exterior entrance, walled off rooms & ample windows along w/ a floor drain in place for the start to a 3rd bathroom. Outside you'll find a detached garage/shop, large patio w/ custom covered bbq hut w/ electricity & cozy deck off the eat-in kitchen w/ wonderful country views where you can enjoy your morning coffee or the abundant Bing cherry tree & sweet, seedless green grapes you'll find in your backyard. Recent upgrades: 2017 heat pump with A/C, smart thermostat 2018 new roof 2020 composite deck, patio, exterior paint job 2022 pellet stove and stovetop 2023 kitchen and bathroom countertops and sink updates. Own a piece of Aurora Colony history! Once the home of original colony descendant Dr. William W. Giesy, this beautiful gem started as a Victorian, remodeled in early 1920s adding Craftsman-style details. Your neighbor is the stately homestead of Dr. Giesy's parents, built in 1851 & on the Historic Registry. *Potential 4th bedroom on main level or in basement.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.38 acresLot Size
$265Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Angi Ford• Premiere Property Group, LLC
Bought with Deborah Wilkinson• Premiere Property Group, LLC
OPEN SUNDAY! 03/15-12PM-3. Historic charm with lovely modern updates.Gorgeous views of neighboring territory,pastures & Mill Creek.Spacious floor plan.Refinished hardwood floors.Remodeled kitchen w/cook island & walk-in pantry.3 bedrooms plus large den/media room.Remodeled bathrooms.Large super clean basement.Fresh paint everywhere!Wrap around deck.2 outbuildings for storage/shop. BBQ patio and fenced yard for Fido.Truly a special home!
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.38 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,489
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
510522
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 24, 2026.
EFU
Exclusive Farm Use District
The purpose of the EFU exclusive farm use zone is to provide areas for continued practice of commercial agriculture. It is intended to be applied in those areas composed of tracts that are predominantly high-value farm soils as defined in OAR 660-033-0020(8). These areas are generally well suited for large-scale farming. It is also applied to small inclusions of tracts composed predominantly of non-high-value farm soils to avoid potential conflicts between commercial farming activities and the wider range of non-farm uses otherwise allowed on non-high-value farmland. Moreover, to provide the needed protection within cohesive areas it is sometimes necessary to include incidental land unsuitable for farming and some pre-existing residential acreage.; To encourage large-scale farm operations the EFU zone consolidates contiguous lands in the same ownership when required by a land use decision. It is not the intent in the EFU zone to create, through land divisions, small-scale farms. There are sufficient small parcels in the zone to accommodate those small-scale farm operations that require high-value farm soils. Subdivisions and planned developments are not consistent with the purpose of this zone and are prohibited.; To minimize impacts from potentially conflicting uses it is necessary to apply to non-farm uses the criteria and standards in OAR 660-033-0130 and in some cases more restrictive criteria are applied to ensure that adverse impacts are not created.; The EFU zone is also intended to allow other uses that are compatible with agricultural activities, to protect forests, scenic resources and fish and wildlife habitat, and to maintain and improve the quality of air, water and land resources of the county.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Nov 12, 2025 • Final
Residential electrical
Replace a 200-amp electrical panel and install a new circuit for laundry room lighting in the basement.
Electrical
Nov 12, 2025 • Final
Residential plumbing
Perform a whole home re-pipe of all indoor plumbing fixtures and the water heater piping.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
Parking Total: 1
Garage Information
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Virtual Tour Type: 3-D Tour
Has Virtual Tour Unbranded: Yes
Appliances
Appliances: Appliance Garage, Built-in Oven, Convection Oven, Cook Island, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Pantry, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Hot Water Description: Electricity, Tank
Interior Features
Optional Level Area Total: 1,348
Optional Level: Lower
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Laundry, Tile Floor, Wainscoting, Washer/Dryer, Water Purifier, Wood Floors
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Pellet Stove
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Basement: Exterior Entry, Full Basement, Storage Space