Property Attributes
- MLS#650060183
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyWALLOWA
- CityWallowa
- Area470
- Zip97885
- StyleStories1
- Year Built1953
- Taxes$ 2026
- Price$ 1,200,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1688
- Lot Size125.72 Acres
Data Source:
Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLSOR)
Property Description
Despite the name, The Werst Ranch is a really nice place. Owned by the Werst Family since approximately 1947, this 125.72± acre ranch offers a rare combination of agriculture, recreation, river frontage, and history in beautiful Wallowa County.The property includes approximately 53.26± acres of flood-irrigated pasture with water rights dating to 1893, 1897, and 1905, plus approximately 55.3± acres of non-irrigated pasture. Approximately 4,220± feet of Wallowa River frontage provides exceptional scenery, wildlife habitat, and fishing for rainbow trout, steelhead, and bull trout. Numerous springs, mature willow and cottonwood trees, and a rich agricultural heritage add to the property's character.Grazing is leased through April 1, 2027, with approximately 70 cow/calf pairs utilizing the property from May 1-July 20 and September 1-October 30. A distant Werst Family relative currently leases the grazing and would like to continue.Improvements include a 1,688± SF 3-bedroom, 2-bath home; 1,344± SF machine shed/shop; smaller workshop; greenhouse; 448± SF RV storage building; antique dairy barn; corrals; and cross-fenced pasture.Located in Minam Hunting Unit 60, the ranch offers excellent elk and whitetail deer hunting. Weaver Pond is directly across the road for additional fishing opportunities. Just over 30 minutes to Joseph and approximately 50 minutes to La Grande.Information is from sources deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Buyer to independently verify all information.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Wallowa Elementary School | Wallowa Middle School | Wallowa High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Listed $1,200,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | SepticTank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Baseboard,ForcedAir,WoodStove |
| Cooling | None |
| Roof | Metal |
| Zoning | EFU |
| Architectural Style | Stories1 |
| Year Built | 1953 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Property Subtype | SingleFamilyResidence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Parcel Number | 5105 |
| Waterfront Features | RiverFront |
| Accessibility | OneLevel |
| County | Wallowa |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Turn onto Lower Diamond Ln from HWY 82. Second House on right. |
| High School | Wallowa |
| City | Wallowa |
| Body of Water | Wallowa River |
| Disclosures | Disclosure |
| MLS Area | _470 |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 5476363.0 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Elementary School | Wallowa |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2026.3 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Wallowa |
| Property Condition | Fixer |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N | No |
| ViewDescription | Mountain,River,Valley |
| Legal Description | 01N42E TL 2300 REF #5105 and 9317 |
| Land Lease Expiration Date | 2027-04-01 |
| SeniorCommunityYn | False |
| ADU | False |
Interior Features
| Basement | CrawlSpace,None |
|---|---|
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Propane,WoodBurning |
| Hot Water | Electricity,Tank |
| Total Bathrooms | 2.0 |
| FuelDescription | Propane,WoodBurning |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Corral,CoveredDeck,Fenced,Outbuilding,Yard |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Carport,Driveway |
| Lot Features | IrrigatedIrrigationEquipment,Pasture,Stream,Trees,Wooded |
| Water Source | Private,Well |
| Garage Type | Carport,Detached |
| Exterior Description | Aluminum |
| Foundation Details | ConcretePerimeter |
| Building Area Total | 1688.0 |
| Lot Size Acres | 125.72 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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