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Forest Grove,OR 97116
OPEN HOUSE
Fri Sep 19, 4:00pm - 7:00pm Sat Sep 20, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,038 sqft
Price per Sqft $246
Subdivision Clark Historic District
MLS Listing ID 364730749
Style Four Square
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Year Built 1876
Annual Tax Amount $7,647
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.300 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
The Historic IL Smith House – 'The Grande Dame' of Forest Grove. In the heart of Oregon's wine country, just 30 minutes from downtown Portland, stands the Historic IL Smith House—an Italianate beauty built in 1876 and proudly registered on the Oregon Historic Sites Register. This timeless estate rests on a manicured 0.3-acre lot within the Clark Historic District, where history and modern living gracefully intertwine. The main home welcomes you with its wrap-around porch, original millwork, built-ins, and a sweeping grand staircase. Historic details abound, from the spacious wood-burning fireplace to the intricate craftsmanship throughout, while modern updates echo a vintage elegance. Two clawfoot soaking tubs, generous closets and storage, and a gourmet kitchen featuring a striking island crafted from an 1876 standard piano create a home that is both functional and unforgettable. Attached is the Original Carriage House, now a fully ADA-compliant ADU, offering versatility for family, guests, or income potential. With its own entrance, spacious kitchen, elevator, two bedrooms, ADA bath, and plentiful storage, it provides comfort and accessibility without compromise. The entire house has been re-plumbed and re-wired for today's needs. Step outside and the grounds feel like a private sanctuary—lush lawns, fruit trees, grape arbor, and extensive gardens designed for beauty and purpose. Lawns and gardens are equipped with sprinklers throughout for effortless care. A pollinator-friendly bee garden, matching garden shed, and chicken coop bring the landscape to life, while a newer 10-person saltwater hot tub invites relaxation. For modern convenience, the home is fully wired with CAT 6 (10GBPS), blending 19th-century grandeur with 21st-century technology. Don't miss the local historic Downtown Forest Grove, parks and walking paths, all within walking distance. The IL Smith House is more than a home—it is a living piece of history, ready to welcome its next steward.
Location
State OR
County Washington
Area _152
Zoning R-5
Interior
Heating Baseboard, Forced Air, Mini Split
Cooling Central Air, Mini Split
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Feature Accessory Dwelling Unit, Covered Deck, Deck, Fenced, Free Standing Hot Tub, Garden, Guest Quarters, Outbuilding, Patio, Porch, Poultry Coop, Raised Beds, R V Hookup, R V Parking, Second Residence, Sprinkler, Tool Shed, Yard
Parking Features Attached
Garage Spaces 1.0
View Territorial
Roof Type Composition,Shingle
Building
Lot Description Level, Public Road
Story 2
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public Water
Schools
Elementary Schools Joseph Gale
Middle Schools Tom Mccall
High Schools Forest Grove
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,VALoan
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,VALoan
Virtual Tour https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=A7uTCq7oJDK