Price Reduction! Nestled among the trees this newly remodeled home offers walls of windows with expansive river views from almost every room!Beautiful gleaming hickory floors;Catalina tile;stunning windows in master with custom jewel accents from original owner; entertainers gourmet kitchen with open floor plan;wine pantry, two large decks and so much more!This charming home in its private oasis will steal your heart! Hurry on this one!
Single-familyProperty Type
1934Year Built
0.74 acresLot Size
$482Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Katie Schaumleffle• Engel & Volkers West Portland
Contact: westportland@engelvoelkers.com
Bought with Kami Price• Premiere Property Group, LLC
Marie Boatsman • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate
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Beautiful updates throughout this home. Enter through the living room that flows nicely to the kitchen and dining room with incredible views of Willamette River. Glass doors off kitchen lead to huge deck to take in the scenery. 2 bedroom/ 2 bath on...
upper level. 2 bedroom/ 1 bath + W/D located on main. Detached double car garage located up at street level.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Quaint cottage style 1930's home overlooking Willamette River. Beautifully updated throughout without distracting from original character and charm. Open kitchen and living room with access to one of two separate decks. Bedroom, washroom, and wine...
cellar room are also featured on the main floor. Second level includes three bedrooms, with two including master) that feature ensuites. A separate deck can be accessed via master suite. Detached two car garage located at top of property near road.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 12870 Elk Rock Rd
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #16588541
Aug 1, 2016
Sold
$785,000
$286/sq ft
Jun 28, 2016
Pending
—
Jun 24, 2016
Price Changed
$769,000
$280/sq ft
Jun 16, 2016
Price Changed
$779,000
$284/sq ft
May 3, 2016
Relisted
—
Apr 3, 2016
Pending
—
Mar 17, 2016
Listed
$795,000
$290/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 4, 2014
Sold
$430,000
$157/sq ft
RMLS #12082806
Mar 7, 2014
Delisted
—
Mar 3, 2014
Sold
$430,000
$157/sq ft
Jan 31, 2014
Pending
—
Jan 11, 2014
Price Changed
$449,900
$164/sq ft
Jan 1, 2014
Relisted
—
Jan 1, 2014
Delisted
—
Nov 27, 2013
Price Changed
$475,000
$173/sq ft
Sep 7, 2013
Price Changed
$499,900
$182/sq ft
May 4, 2013
Price Changed
$529,900
$193/sq ft
May 1, 2013
Relisted
—
May 1, 2013
Delisted
—
Sep 4, 2012
Listed
$569,000
$208/sq ft
+11
Lake Oswego's Best kept Secret."Willamette River View"&Almost 3/4 Acre Private Setting.Not 4 every one,just a Lucky One! Charming 1934 Cottage in Great Condition.Bring your Dreams.4 Bedrooms/2Baths.Spacious Living Room w/view,Charming Dining Room w/Fireplace.New Carpet&Paint.Kingsize Master w/Deck to enjoy Setting&4th Bedroom w/Nursery/Office adjoining.Double Garage&Covered Patio.Partial Bsmt. Bright&Sunny&Convenient2Downtown Portland.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,323 (+2.7%)
2024
$10,055 (+2.7%)
2023
$9,792 (+2.9%)
2022
$9,515 (+9.3%)
2021
$8,702 (+2.6%)
2020
$8,482 (+2.5%)
2019
$8,277 (+5.7%)
2018
$7,834 (+3.8%)
2017
$7,547 (+11.5%)
2016
$6,768 (+8.9%)
2015
$6,217 (+27.7%)
2014
$4,868 (+3.2%)
2013
$4,716 (+3.1%)
2012
$4,573 (+3.7%)
2011
$4,409 (+1.4%)
2010
$4,346
2009
$4,346
Tax history for 12870 Elk Rock Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,323 (+2.7%)
2024
$10,055 (+2.7%)
2023
$9,792 (+2.9%)
2022
$9,515 (+9.3%)
2021
$8,702 (+2.6%)
2020
$8,482 (+2.5%)
2019
$8,277 (+5.7%)
2018
$7,834 (+3.8%)
2017
$7,547 (+11.5%)
2016
$6,768 (+8.9%)
2015
$6,217 (+27.7%)
2014
$4,868 (+3.2%)
2013
$4,716 (+3.1%)
2012
$4,573 (+3.7%)
2011
$4,409 (+1.4%)
2010
$4,346
2009
$4,346
*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
5
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.74 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,794
Year built
1934
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clackamas County
APN
00180850
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
R10
Urban Low Density Residential District
Urban Low Density Residential District is adopted to implement the policies of the Comprehensive Plan for Low Density Residential, Village Standard Lot Residential, Village Small Lot Residential, Village Townhouse, Medium Density Residential, Medium High Density Residential, High Density Residential, Special High Density Residential, Village Apartment, and Regional Center High Density Residential areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Multiple units
Recreation
Golf related
May 12, 2025 • Final
Building - plumbing
Plumbing
Jul 5, 2017 • Final
Building - plumbing
Work on a backflow preventer.
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: 2
Garage Information
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour Unbranded: Yes
Has Virtual Tour Unbranded 2: Yes
Appliances
Appliances: Built-in Oven, Cook Island, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Island, Microwave, Quartz, Tile