Restored Victorian, .89 Acre Lot! Located in the charming small town of Riddle, this home has been extensively restored over the last 5 years and is in excellent condition inside and out. Move in Ready NOW! It is the historic John Bouseman Riddle House, built in 1894 by Mr Riddle, the town founder and successful entrepreneur in Southern Oregon. There are 3 very large outbuildings, including a 20x24 detached 2 car garage, 30x45 4 car garage/shop, and 18x45 RV garage! Park 6 cars and RV or boat. There is additional parking pad behind the shops and tons of parking in the driveway. Located on nearly 1 acre, the lot is level, fenced and fully usable. The views from nearly every window and the large porches overlook the hills and pastures of the Cow Creek Valley. 9'-4" ceilings on the main level, 9' ceilings upstairs, 4 big bedrooms with very large closets and 1 full bath are all upstairs. The Main level has the formal parlor, large dining room, kitchen with eating area, spacious den, full bath, laundry, and 8x11 Sunroom (not included in total SF). The large den on the main level has an attached bath and could be a primary bedroom (or 5th bedroom) on the Main level. There is also a cement basement, 13x19 and bone dry. The home boasts all the Queen Anne style of the era - large porches front and back, oval attic window, gingerbread trim, wood floors throughout, etc. Among the many upgrades: New HVAC system, Extensive Electrical and Plumbing Replacement, Sewer line, new paint inside & out (by LBP certified painter), Original Fir floors restored, new kitchen & appliances, bathroom remodels, extensive landscaping and property clearing & fencing, and so much more. It is so difficult to find a Victorian home restored, not remodeled. This property has potential as a Wedding Venue, Bed and Breakfast, Small Business home base, or just lovely small town home. Call to visit this charming, classic home today. Seller is Listing Agent Home is located on edge of town, next to High School and nature path that runs along Cow Creek River and on to City Park. Beautiful nature walk! Access high school track for runs, and town is very walkable! Post office, church, market, bakery, etc.
- MLS# 203028965
- Date Listed05/29/2025
- Days on Realty 271 Days
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.89 acres (38,768 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Riddle
- Property Type Single Family
- County Douglas
- Year Built 1894
- Water Public
- Square Feet 2,755 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $181.45
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, E N E R G Y S T A R Qualified Appliances, Free- Standing Range, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Flooring Vinyl, Wood
- Cooling Heat Pump
- Heating Heat Pump
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Garden, Outbuilding, Workshop
- Roof Composition
- Lot Size Acres 0.89
- Lot Size SQFT 38,768.00
- Lot Features Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $3,844
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
36/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
31/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 4/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 9/100.
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Points of Interest near 221 MAIN ST, Riddle, OR 97469
Frequently Asked Questions for 221 MAIN ST
Source: Realty.com
221 MAIN ST, Riddle, OR 97469 is a Single Family 2,755 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 48 photos available of this 4 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $499,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 48 photos of 221 MAIN ST.
Our records indicate that 221 MAIN ST was built in 1894.
The full address for this home is 221 MAIN ST, Riddle, OR 97469.
221 MAIN ST has been listed on Realty.com since Thu May 29, 2025
Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 4/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 9/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 221 MAIN ST. Riddle (Grades: K - 5), Riddle High School (Grades: 7 - 12), South Umpqua High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Nova Realty Nw, Llc
(tel: 503-351-9233)
Listing agent:
Sally Gilcrease
(#GILCREAS)
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