1925 Irving Ave, Astoria, Oregon, United States | Homes For Sale at GLOBAL LISTINGS

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$685,000

1925 Irving Ave
Astoria, Oregon, United States

2bd 1ba

Listed By: Realtyww Info

Listed On: 09/08/2024

Listing ID: GL11273320 View More Details

Description

If watching the river and preservation are your passions, you have found your match with this remarkable home in Astoria, Oregon. Positioned in a serene setting on the North Slope, out of the frey but just blocks to downtown restaurants, shops and art galleries. This property offers Columbia river views from inside the home, the front porch and its lush garden. The garden has fenced raised beds, fruit trees, and a magazine worthy potting shed. Inside, every detail has been lovingly restored, from refinishing the original fir wood floors and restoring casement windows to the breathtaking old growth Douglas Fir doors finished with natural oils, custom-milled molding and era-appropriate fixtures. Modern conveniences blend seamlessly with historic integrity, featuring a kitchen with custom walnut cabinetry, solid granite counters, open shelving, and thoughtful additions that include a lifting mixer shelf, spice cabinets, Wolf induction cooktop, and a mini wine cellar. The bathroom delights with a curbless shower, extra deep cast iron tub, Grohe fittings and a walnut vanity.This home has been extensively restored to preserve its character while creating modern, easy living. Recent improvements include new plumbing and electrical in kitchen and bath, new roof rated for 130 mph winds, rebuilt casement windows with original glass, and custom-milled molding throughout. All carpet and linoleum have been removed, with original fir floors beautifully refinished. Sunroom was plumbed to extend its use to an art studio and laundry. Enjoy natural light from this south-facing sunroom, privacy at the back of the home, and enchanting outdoor spaces lush with native plantings that include a fenced garden area, raised beds, and a covered front porch. The second floor was built by the original owner, a river boat captain, as a replica of the bridge on his boat. Todays it has been used as an Office, den music room, art studio or place to wind down.

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Listed by: Christy Coulombe