1508 1st St, La Grande, OR 97850

Striking 1920's 2-Story Craftsman set on a terraced corner lot amongst some of "old town" La Grande's finest homes. Much of the period details have been well preserved including the original interior woodwork and light fixtures. A glass daffodil chandelier by Cove artisan, Tom Dimond, graces the dining room ceiling. The grounds are an eclectic menagerie of xeriscape and raised beds with drip lines, perfect for the creative gardener. There is a detached, "mini Cooper" sized garage used mostly as a shop/storage building but could easily be a hobby hut or exercise escape. There are several productive (Bosc pear, heritage apple) fruit trees, berries and herb boxes. Inside you'll find exquisite original woodwork and wood framed beveled windows most of which open and have storm windows for insulation. The living room has a gas stove insert in the handsome, stone fireplace. The spacious, modern kitchen has a European type refrigerator and two refrigerated drawers as well as a professional work station and an exit to the fenced portion of the yard. You'll love down time on the generous, covered front porch where glimpses of the surrounding territory can be seen. The original, Craftsman built-ins add charm to the main floor office/bedroom as well as to the hallway and bathroom. The bathroom has a fully operational clawfoot tub and pedestal sink as well as a modern, heated bidet. Inside the built-in bathroom cabinet is a well placed laundry chute for domestic convenience until one can head to the basement where the laundry is done. There are clearly three and up to five bedrooms; three on the main floor (currently used as the primary room, a media room, and an office. Upstairs are two opposite end bedrooms separated by a large storage closet and a wash closet size bathroom. New carpet has been installed on the stairs leading to the second floor, plus the upstairs hallway and bedrooms. Recent upgrades include a gas water heater, security cameras, thermostat and furnace.