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Rare opportunity in Eugene’s desirable River Road area! This beautifully updated home offers a unique combination of comfort, flexibility & space on approx .29 acre with 2 tax lots, low county taxes & commercial/residential zoning potential. Step inside to a bright, welcoming interior filled with natural light, refinished hardwood floors, charming architectural details & extensive updates. The refreshed kitchen features generous cabinetry, stainless appliances, new countertops, sink, faucet, refrigerator, hardware & glossy tile backsplash. Two updated baths include a gorgeous new 2026 bath with porcelain tile, tiled walk-in shower, built-in bench, lighted niche & backlit mirror. Major improvements include a 2018 roof, vinyl double-pane windows, complete ducted HVAC with central A/C & natural-gas furnace, 2025 city water service line, plus extensive 2026 interior/exterior updates, crawl-space & attic renewal, siding, electrical, plumbing, fencing & deck improvements. A separate finished auxiliary flex building is an incredible bonus with 3 skylights, heating/cooling, its own 2018 roof, rear storage & abundant attic storage—ideal for an office, studio, hobby or creative space, subject to buyer verification of use. Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard, covered deck, raised garden beds & exceptional off-street parking with room for multiple vehicles plus RV, boat, trailer, recreational-toy or work-truck parking possibilities. Only 15 minutes to the University of Oregon & downtown Eugene. A rare Eugene property offering room to live, work, create, park & store—all in one versatile property. Buyer to perform due diligence regarding zoning, tax lots, permitted uses, auxiliary building & intended use. MUST SEE!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$207Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Renee Kittrell• Camerelle Real Estate, LLC
Santa Clara, located between River Road and Beltline Road, is a residential and riverside Eugene neighborhood with a low-slung ranch-house streetscape and a patchwork of wetlands and bike paths. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the River Road corridor near Irvington Drive, where taquerias, produce stands, and long-running local shops set a practical, everyday rhythm. Single-story midcentury homes and newer infill sit along wide, leafy blocks, with pockets of open space breaking up the grid. The Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path System frames many routines with flat, scenic miles along the Willamette. Nearby, the Santa Clara Community Park and the Hult Center for Performing Arts add green space and cultural calendar notes. The pace reads calm, with most activity flowing to the main road and river trail.
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Offer insights
2881 River Rd · $399,400
$400K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $400K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
26 days
The average home goes pending in 27 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.3%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Hardwood floors
Tile floor
Quartz counters
Skylight(s)
Double pane windows with vinyl frames
Crawl space basement
Accessibility features including garage on main, ground level, minimal steps, one level, and walk-in shower
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on main
2nd bedroom on main
3rd bedroom on main (flex room) with deck access and sliding doors
One additional bedroom in an outbuilding
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (both on the main level)
Kitchen
Island
Free-standing range
Free-standing refrigerator
Microwave
Disposal
Stainless steel appliances
Laundry & utility
Electric hot water
Flooring
Wood floors
Tile
Heating & cooling
Ductless heating
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Mini split cooling
Exterior features
Covered deck
Deck
Fenced yard
Garden with raised beds
Outbuilding/office
Tool shed
Sprinkler system
Yard
RV parking and RV/boat storage
Storm door(s)
Home design
Single family residence
Residential property
Resale condition
Garage on main
One-level living (main level primary living)
Parking
Driveway
RV access/parking
RV parking
One parking space
Security
Security system
Construction
Composition roof
Lap siding exterior
Concrete perimeter foundation
Outbuilding(s) with composition roof and wood frame/wood composite construction
Outbuilding includes heated space and loft
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and gas available
Cable internet service
Other
Lot is level and on a bus line
Lot size range 10,000 to 14,999 SqFt (about 0.29 acres)
Road surface is paved
Year built 1950
Building area total listed as 1,925 with main level area 1,450
Zoning: res/com
Electricity and solar
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Bring your home business, salon, tattoo's,insurance agent and more The kitchen has been fully redone with cabinets, granite counter tops and new appliance. A new bathroom with new tile and paint throughout. Refinished hardwood floors make this a warm and inviting home. The separate studio has skylights and would be great for a home business or guest quarters. Buyer to do due diligence with City of Eugene.
Public Records
Jun 7, 2017
Sold
$175,000
$91/sq ft
RMLS #17117326
Jun 6, 2017
Sold
$178,500
$93/sq ft
May 15, 2017
Pending
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May 4, 2017
Price Changed
$195,000
$101/sq ft
Apr 21, 2017
Listed
$205,000
$106/sq ft
Adorable home in need of some TLC and repairs and cleaning up. Great craft wood shop w/power not included in the square feet on side yard. This must be a cash sale.
Public Records
Oct 4, 1991
Sold
$75,500
$39/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,073 (+0.5%)
2024
$3,058 (+2.2%)
2023
$2,991 (+4.1%)
2022
$2,874 (+9.0%)
2021
$2,637 (−0.9%)
2020
$2,662 (+5.9%)
2019
$2,513 (+5.5%)
2018
$2,382 (+51.1%)
2017
$1,577 (+2.8%)
2016
$1,534 (+3.3%)
2015
$1,485 (+6.8%)
2014
$1,390 (+2.6%)
2013
$1,355 (+11.1%)
2012
$1,220 (−4.5%)
2011
$1,277 (+5.9%)
2010
$1,206 (−0.6%)
2009
$1,213
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2004
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,391
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,391
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lane County
APN
0370518
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
Climate risks
2/10 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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Eugene. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2881 River Rd
$396,242
$3,158 under list price of $399K
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