$585,000

1617 BIRCH St, Forest Grove, OR 97116

4 beds |
2 baths |
1,948 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
9,148sqft lot
—— car garage
$300/sqft
Listed 6 days ago

Property Description

Step into Forest Grove’s historic district and discover this lovingly preserved 1900 farmhouse—where vintage charm meets thoughtful modern updates. This two-story home gives you room to grow, create, and savor the slower pace of small-town life. Inside, recent improvements elevate the home’s comfort and style: fresh interior and exterior paint, newly refinished hardwood floors, and beautifully remodeled bathrooms. A highly desirable main-level bedroom and full bath provide flexible living options—ideal for guests, multigenerational needs, or easy single-level living. Sitting on a generous lot, the property offers space for gardens, gatherings, and quiet moments under the shade of mature trees. Located on picturesque Birch Street, this home places you moments from Forest Grove’s shops, parks, and Pacific University.And an added bonus: preferred lender is offering a complementary one-year interest rate buy-down for qualified buyers—adding even more value to this historic gem.If you’ve been searching for a home with soul, space, and Forest Grove’s signature warmth, this is the one!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: July 16, 2026
Data Last Updated:: July 22, 2026 at 6:42AM
Listing Office:: John L. Scott : 503-645-7433
Listing Agent:: Cathleen Clark Thomas : 503-756-1431
MLS ID:: 551659710

General: Hardwood floorsHigh ceilingsLaundryVinyl floorWallto wall carpetWasher dryer
Appliances: DishwasherDisposalFree standing rangeFree standing refrigeratorPantryPlumbed for ice makerRange hood
Basement: Crawl space
A/C: Central air
Heating: Forced air
Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0
Disability Feature: Main floor bedroom bathUtility room on main

General: Wood sidingDeckFencedPorchPublic roadTool shedYard
Style: Stories 2Farmhouse
Parking: On streetParking padParking spaces: 0

Roofing: Composition
Windows: WoodFrames
General: Concrete perimeter

Road/Access: Paved
Originating MLS: Regional Multiple Listing ServiceInc.
County: Washington

Zoning: R5CHEROKEE STRIPR425917
View: View

Water: Public water
Sewer: Public sewer

Source: Regional Multiple Listing ServiceInc.

This listing courtesy of Cathleen Clark Thomas , John L. Scott

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