Private and peaceful 20-acre property tucked behind a gated entrance and bordering BLM land. Where nature takes center stage, this is a place to truly unplug- a deeply restorative setting and your own private wilderness sanctuary. The 1,300+ sq ft cabin is solid and well-insulated with tongue-and-groove pine walls, a handcrafted hearth, and a flexible 7-room layout. The main level offers multiple living spaces with potential for bedrooms, while the upper level includes additional rooms, a loft, and storage. Newer metal roof. Off-grid setup with solar and generator power. The well produces approximately 14 GPM and feeds a holding tank with gravity flow to the cabin. Natural spring on the property. The land features a mix of mature trees, usable terrain, fenced garden area, greenhouse, mini barn, and an orchard with apple, pear, plum, fig, and persimmon trees. Additional features include a porch, sauna, outhouse, and outdoor bathing area with hot water. Ideal for a homestead or getaway!
Privacy & seclusion awaits that special buyer on this 20 acres w/ a 1300+ sq. ft. cabin. This home is spacious, solid, well insulated & has attractive tongue & groove Pine walls. 7 rooms total with 4 on the main floor & 3 above which includes a loft & storage room. 2 of the rooms on the main level could easily be bedrooms & 1 above the kitchen with stairs up. (No closets currently - no bathroom facilities) There is a newer metal roof, handcrafted hearth - home is wired for electricity (110 & 12 volt) but currently off the grid. This lovely property borders BLM on 1 side & is level to rolling to hillside with a mixed forest of conifers & deciduous trees including madrone, maples, myrtlewood & oaks. The orchard features 4 apple trees, 1 fig, 2 persimmons, 3 pear & 3 plum trees. A custom gate leads you into a fertile garden area. The well runs by generator to a holding tank & then gravity fed to the cabin. The well is 14 GPM when drilled & there is a natural spring.
MLSCO #152933623
Dec 4, 2012
Listing Removed
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Sep 28, 2012
Listed
$189,000
$145/sq ft
MLSCO #152921941
Sep 25, 2012
Listing Removed
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May 1, 2011
Listed
$199,999
$153/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,131 (+7.9%)
$45,073 + $57,597
$102,670
2024
$1,048 (+12.3%)
$45,073 + $57,597
$102,670
2023
$933 (+1.8%)
$43,981 + $52,799
$96,780
2022
$916 (+3.9%)
$42,165 + $51,805
$93,970
2021
$882
$43,029 + $48,211
$91,240
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,304
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,304
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Josephine County
APN
R332424
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on May 14, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
39 unhealthy days expected this year, 40 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
O Brien, OR • 97534
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Sun exposure
19/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
4.6 hrs
0.2 hr
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1259 Waldo Rd
$224,049
$11K under list price of $235K
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