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Welcome to the Porter House in the heart of Stayton, once owned by the city's longtime mayor. It features restored original wood floors, plenty of vintage charm, updated windows, a 2024 roof, new kitchen flooring, and a whole-house generator. The finished 1,200 sq ft shop includes an RV bay, a rear bay, and ADU potential. The spacious lot offers a quiet, park-like feel close to Stayton's Old Town. Welcome to the Porter House, a landmark property in the heart of Stayton. Built in 1922, this home carries more than a century of local history. It was once owned by Stayton's longtime mayor, who served the community for 33 years. The original wood floors have been beautifully restored on both the main and upper levels. The kitchen and dining area feature new tiled luxury vinyl flooring. The kitchen is large and keeps that classic 1920s character. The roof was replaced in 2024, the windows have been updated, and the home includes a whole-house generator. The house is gorgeous, but wait until you see the shop. It even has its own address. At 1,200 square feet and fully finished, it offers a generous RV bay and a second pull-through bay off the back. Check with the City of Stayton's planning department to confirm current ADU options and code requirements. Fully finished, fully insulated, and set up right. It has 220 power, a dedicated workshop area, and heat for year-round use, plus a woodstove for those colder Oregon days. The RV bay and rear bay give you flexibility for storage, projects, hobbies, or future The rear bay opens to the backyard and would be a great spot for summer parties or your own tap house-style hangout. The lot is spacious and has a private, park-like feel with room to relax, garden, or entertain. It's a quiet setting with mature landscaping and a sense of space that's hard to find this close to town.The Porter House offers history, craftsmanship, and practical amenities'”a rare combination in today's market. The location is within walking distance of Stayton's Old Town.

Source: Willamette Valley MLS, MLS#: 835802

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  • Property Type
    Residential
  • Lot
    0.23 acres

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  • Median Age
    40
  • Population Density
    228
  • College Educated
    23%
  • Estimated Median Income
    $63,610
  • Estimated Total Home Owners
    2,284
  • Estimated Total Renters
    1,575
  • Owner / Renter Divide
    59% / 41%
  • Estimated Average Household Size
    3
  • Total Population
    10,185
  • Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

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History

Date Event Value Agent
6/3/2026Source: Willamette Valley MLS Price Reduction
$549,000 -5.2%
4/17/2026Source: Willamette Valley MLS Price Reduction
$579,000 -3.3%
1/9/2026Source: Willamette Valley MLS Price Reduction
$599,000 -4.8%
12/5/2025Source: Willamette Valley MLS Added to Database
December 05, 2025