Opportunity knocks. This vintage log sided home overlooks the dry canyon park and walking path, and the property extends into the canyon. Recent updating makes the livability of this home work for today while the charming qualities of yesterday make this home not like any other in Redmond. Besides the hrdwd flooring, new bathroom & laundry rm, new slate & tile, den/library, high ceilings, lrg deck w/ paver walks. Well landscaped 1.4 acre is privately located backing the dry canyon. Home warranty is included.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
1.4 acresLot Size
$270Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jodi Clark• Century 21 North Homes Realty
Bought with Fred Johnson• Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
Enjoy The Wildlife While Living In The City Limits. Eagles Sore Overhe & Frogs Sing In The Ponds. The Historic Brick Staircase Leads You Past The Waterfall & Down To The Dry Canyon. All Of This On 1.4 Acs Plus A 3000 Sf Home That Has 6 Bedrooms & Is Loaded W/ Charm & Quality. Great As A Family Home, Entertaining Or Bed & Breakfast.
MLSCO #2008126
Jul 6, 2001
Sold
$160,000
$53/sq ft
Jun 12, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Nov 7, 2000
Listed
$170,000
$57/sq ft
+548 Sq Ft In Basement. This Would Make A Great B & B-historical Quality Craftsman Bungalow. Parlor Doors To Cozy Fam Rm W/ Frplc. 1 Acre In Canyon Is Fenced, 2 Furnaces, Secluded & Pvt, Near Schools Concrete Stairs To Lower Waterfall, Near Park, Covered Entry, Hdwd Floors, Spacious Utility Rm, Dog Run, Etc.
Public Records
Sep 4, 1996
Sold
$135,000
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,770 (+7.5%)
2024
$4,439 (+4.6%)
2023
$4,245 (+6.7%)
2022
$3,979 (+3.4%)
2021
$3,847 (+4.7%)
2020
$3,674 (+4.6%)
2019
$3,513 (+2.6%)
2018
$3,426 (+2.4%)
2017
$3,344 (+1.4%)
2016
$3,298 (+3.2%)
2015
$3,197 (+2.7%)
2014
$3,113
Tax history for 170 SW 17th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,770 (+7.5%)
2024
$4,439 (+4.6%)
2023
$4,245 (+6.7%)
2022
$3,979 (+3.4%)
2021
$3,847 (+4.7%)
2020
$3,674 (+4.6%)
2019
$3,513 (+2.6%)
2018
$3,426 (+2.4%)
2017
$3,344 (+1.4%)
2016
$3,298 (+3.2%)
2015
$3,197 (+2.7%)
2014
$3,113
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,520
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Deschutes County
APN
129825
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
OSPR
Open Space Park Reserve Zone
To preserve and provide for open space areas of natural, scenic, historical or geological significance and to provide areas for recreational development and use, both passive and active. The OSPR zone also provides for private development appropriate with the goals and master plan for the canyon and the transfer of development rights to areas suitable for higher density development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Park & open space
Feb 8, 2019 • Final
Residential mechanical
Replace the gas furnace and install a new air conditioning system.
HVAC
Feb 1, 2014 • Final
Residential structural
Construct a new carport.
New construction
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
Has Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Other
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 5
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Has Cooling
Interior Features
Interior Features: Primary Downstairs
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Has Fireplace(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Range
Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile
Other Rooms Information
Office
Living Room
Laundry
Kitchen
Eating Area
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shake
Building Information
Year Built: 1938
Living Area: 3000.0
Building Area Total: 3000.0
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Frame, Log
Other Structures: Workshop
Foundation Details: Other
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Irrigation Water Rights YN: Yes
Irrigation Water Rights Acres: 1.25
Lot Information
Lot Size Sq. Ft.: 60984.0
Lot Size Acres: 1.4
Lot Size Area: 1.4
Lot Features: Fenced, Landscaped, Water Feature
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning Description: R2, OSPR
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 2301.04
Financing Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Water Meter
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Park
School Information
High School: Redmond High
Community Information
Community Features: Park
CCR's YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,520
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: —
County: Deschutes County
APN: 129825
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
M A Lynch Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Elton Gregory Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
4/10
Redmond High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° 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
22 unhealthy days expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$771,000 – $933,000
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