$875,000
460 SW Jefferson Avenue Corvallis, OR 97333
This gracious downtown Corvallis home, the historically significant Fischer House, features original millwork and hardwood floors that blend seamlessly with an inviting, functional floor plan. Two office spaces, an updated kitchen, and a full lower level provide modern convenience, while the lush gardens and charming guest cottage create endless possibilities for entertaining, hosting, or rental income. Conveniently close to everything downtown Corvallis has to offer. Easy access to Oregon State University campus, golf courses, and commuter routes to Albany, Philomath, and beyond.
Some homes are simply beautiful; an exceptional few become woven into the story of a place. The 1916 Fischer House is a distinguished Colonial Revival built by Frederick Fischer, owner of the renowned Fischer Flour Mill, located in Corvallis. Masterful carpentry, enduring elegance and refined modern living exist here in harmony. Built with materials and craftsmanship rare today, this home has been lovingly preserved for more than a century and carefully updated to embrace the future. Enter from the welcoming front porch into the roomy foyer replete with a timeless sophisticated staircase. Beyond, the 2,530 sq ft light filled residence offers spacious yet intimate rooms for daily living and festive entertaining. Formal living and dining rooms feature original details, quarter-sawn oak moldings and trim, oak floors and deep crown molding framing 9’ ceilings. A fireplace, original light fixtures and period hardware add irreplaceable warmth and authenticity. The kitchen thoughtfully blends heritage with modern refinement, featuring stained glass windows, stainless-steel appliances, solid-surface and butcher-block counters, an island, a butler’s pantry and charming breakfast nook. It opens to a screened porch for secure package delivery and “secret” garden access where you can entertain beside a tranquil water feature. Outdoors, raised beds, fruit trees and ornamental and native plantings create a private sanctuary of beauty and seasonal abundance. Upstairs, three generous bedrooms offer abundant light and walk-in closets—a rare feature in homes of this era—plus a dedicated office and flexible nook for reading or creative work. The spacious bathroom opens to a private morning balcony. The 1,272 sq ft full lower level with covered exterior and interior access adds exceptional functionality with a wine cellar, workshop, studio, laundry, pantry and abundant storage. The secluded detached 320 sq ft cottage apartment, with bath, kitchenette and private patio, offers owners flexibility as a consistent income-producing residence, guest suite, private office or studio. The Fischer House delivers an unparalleled blend of heritage, livability and location, just a few blocks to downtown shops and restaurants or four blocks to Oregon State University. More than a home, it is a rare architectural treasure—an irreplaceable piece of Corvallis history where enduring craftsmanship and refined contemporary living thrive. Welcome to your urban oasis!
2,530 finished sq. ft.
3,802 total sq. ft
0.18 acres
3 bedrooms
1.5 bathrooms
One-car Porte Cochere
Plenty of Off-Street Parking
Spacious Primary Suite
Shop space, art studio, wine cellar, & storage
Two wood burning fireplaces
Historic charm & touches throughout
Carriage House Cottage Studio
Neighborhood: downtown Corvallis/ Marysville subdivision
Year Built: 1916
Schools: Garfield Elementary, Corvallis Junior High, Corvallis High
Taxes (2026-2027): $7,378
MLS# 843422
The Fischer House is an urban oasis located in downtown Corvallis. It is conveniently located to everything that the downtown area has to offer: dining, shopping, entertainment, as well as basics like banking, groceries, fuel, and public transportation. Also nearby to Oregon State University campus and south Corvallis. Easy to commute to Albany and Linn-Benton Community College, Philomath and the Oregon coast, and more. To view more about the Walk Score, click HERE.
