Affordable c.1925 Oregon Fixer-Upper with Owner Financing Option Under $70K
This Eastern Oregon home features two bedrooms on a deep lot with mature trees and a detached storage shed. While the property requires repairs, the spacious layout and owner financing option provide a great opportunity for a motivated buyer.
- 2 bed
- 1 bath
- 0.18 acre lot
About This Affordable c.1925 Oregon Fixer-Upper with Owner Financing Option Under $70K
Just north of Hwy 78, this Eastern Oregon property sits on a 0.18-acre lot with plenty of potential. The property stretches deep, featuring mature trees in the back that provide shade during the summer, full perimeter fencing, and two garden areas—one in the front—along with a detached 376 sq. ft. shed. The shed includes covered space for all seasons and lean-tos on both the east and west sides. The 712 sq. ft. home has two bedrooms and one bathroom, with enclosed porches at both entrances. The front porch is screened, perfect for enjoying mornings, while the back functions as a mudroom with washer and dryer hookups and basement access. Inside, wood floors run throughout, bedrooms are compact but include large built-in closets, and the kitchen offers ample counter space and overhead cabinetry.
For qualified buyers, the seller is open to owner financing with an estimated $30,000 down payment.
If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
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66 N Elm Ave, Burns, OR 97720 $69,500
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Burns, Oregon
Burns originated as a trading post in the late 19th century and eventually became the seat of Harney County, which is one of the largest counties by land area in the United States. The town’s history is defined by the pioneer spirit, with its early growth driven by the cattle industry and the arrival of the timber industry in the 1920s. Today, many of the historic buildings in the downtown area reflect this era, standing as a testament to the town’s long-standing role as the commercial center for the surrounding ranching families.
Beyond the town limits, the geography is dominated by the Harney Basin, a massive endorheic watershed where water does not flow to the ocean. This unique environment creates the wetlands of the Malheur Lake system, offering a stark and beautiful contrast to the arid sagebrush steppe that stretches toward the horizon. The lifestyle here is characterized by a slow pace and a deep connection to the land, where the weather is defined by cold winters and hot, dry summers typical of the high-desert climate.
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Burns, Oregon: Monthly Climate Data
| Month | Avg High/Low (°F) | Clear Days | Cloudy Days | Humidity (%) | Wind (mph) | Rain (in) | Snow (in) |
| January | 35 / 17 | 12 | 19 | 80% | 7.9 | 1.3 | 5.6 |
| February | 41 / 22 | 11 | 17 | 70% | 8.2 | 1.0 | 6.7 |
| March | 50 / 27 | 13 | 18 | 58% | 8.6 | 1.0 | 3.8 |
| April | 58 / 32 | 14 | 16 | 50% | 11.0 | 0.9 | 0.7 |
| May | 67 / 38 | 16 | 15 | 47% | 10.0 | 1.3 | 0.2 |
| June | 76 / 44 | 20 | 10 | 42% | 9.0 | 0.7 | 0.0 |
| July | 86 / 49 | 25 | 6 | 35% | 8.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| August | 85 / 47 | 25 | 6 | 37% | 7.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| September | 76 / 39 | 22 | 8 | 43% | 6.7 | 0.4 | 0.0 |
| October | 62 / 30 | 18 | 13 | 55% | 7.1 | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| November | 45 / 24 | 13 | 17 | 75% | 7.9 | 1.0 | 6.0 |
| December | 35 / 17 | 13 | 18 | 78% | 7.9 | 1.5 | 10.6 |
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| TOTALS | — | 202 Days | 163 Days | 56% (Avg) | 8.3 (Avg) | 10.5 in | 34.0 in |
Burns, Oregon | Driving
Burns, Oregon | Drone Footage
