Eastern Oregon Iconic Alvord Desert Playa

Description

Iconic Alvord Desert PlayaWelcome
to 35145 E. Steens Road in Princeton, Oregon — a rare 10-acre offering that incorporates
the iconic Alvord Desert Playa and lies just minutes from the soothing Alvord
Hot Springs. This 2017-built, 2,160 sq. ft. single-level home features three
spacious bedrooms, two well-appointed bathrooms, and a bright, open kitchen
with vaulted ceilings, a breakfast bar, and a large walk-in pantry. The primary
suite boasts a jetted tub and dual vanities, while the additional bedrooms are
thoughtfully separated for privacy. Complementing the main home are multiple
outbuildings, including a bunkhouse, a shop building with kitchen and bath
(needs remodel or renovation), and a vintage manufactured home, providing
flexible living, workspace, or guest accommodations.

Set
against the dramatic backdrop of Steens Mountain, this property offers not just
a home but an adventure-filled lifestyle. While it does need some maintenance
and clean-up, the setting and potential are unmatched — a wonderful place to
make your own. From here, you can soak in the Alvord Hot Springs, hike the
rugged Steens, or make the short drive to Fields, Oregon, home of the state’s
most famous milkshake! With a private artesian well, open space, and proximity
to some of Oregon’s most treasured landscapes, this property is perfectly
suited for those seeking both comfort and adventure in the heart of the high desert.

LEGAL: T35S, R34E, W.M. Sec 9, Tax Lot 400
TAXES: $2,037.65 (2024-2025 tax year)
FINANCING: Cash or conventional bank financing option available for the
property
YEAR BUILT: 2017
SQ. FT.: 2160 sq ft (+/-); single story home
ACREAGE: 10 acres
BEDROOMS: 3 bedrooms
– All bedrooms are carpeted with large closet spaces
– Flooring, paint, and trim all in good condition
– Main bedroom has own full bathroom (see description below), large closet
– Back bedrooms are separated by the living room
BATHROOMS: 2 bathroom
– Main bedroom bathroom has walk-in jetted tub with dual sink vanity, tile
flooring, good lighting
– Second bathroom is located between the back bedrooms and includes single
sink vanity, walk-in shower, tile flooring, and good lighting; large
space.
KITCHEN: Large workspace counters; Formica countertop, dining area,
breakfast bar, lament wood flooring, wood cabinets, farm sink, dining room area
of the kitchen facing into the living room, vaulted ceilings, access to the
large walk-in pantry and mud/laundry room, and good lighting
APPLIANCES: Refrigerator, dishwasher, electric cooktop, and range, built-in
microwave, washer and dryer
LAUNDRY: Located off the kitchen the area doubles as a mud room and house
access; cabinets, farm sink, lament wood flooring
HEAT/COOLING: Heat Pump
WATER HEATER: Electric
ROOF: Concealed fastener metal roof panels
SIDING: Hardi board (concrete board)

WINDOWS: Double pane vinyl
FOUNDATION: Cinderblock stem wall
WELLS: 1 – domestic artesian well; no well depth information
SEPTIC: One permit on file with Harney County for the primary septic system
associated with the house (1000-gal poly tank with 220 ft (+/-) drain field). The septic system attached to the shop is not
permitted and the septic tank and drain field are located on the neighboring
property to the north
OUTDOOR SPACE:
– Yard Space – several older trees and a large grass area (marginal
condition); yard watered garden hoses, road runs along the south side of the
property and down onto the Alvord Desert Playa

– Gravel driveway – good gravel driveway extends from gravel
county-maintained East Steens Loop Road to the home and outbuildings. Dirt road parking and turn-around area in
front of home and outbuildings.
OUTBUILDINGS:
– Manufactured Home (710 sqft; 1960 construction) – post and pier/cinder
block foundation, metal siding and metal roof, forced air electric heat and
uncertified wood stove, small kitchen with gas stove and refrigerator, and
covered porch
– Bunkhouse & Pump House (400
sqft; 2004 construction) – cinder block foundation, metal siding and roof,
vinyl windows, the building is finished on the inside but no kitchen or
bathroom spaces; the building hosts the pump house artesian well, pressure tank,
water ionizer tank, and pump
– Shop (1296 sqft; 2020 construction) – constructed as a “shop” the
building hosts several rooms, a bathroom, and a kitchen area; cinder block post
and pier foundation, metal siding and roof
FENCING: 3 and 4-wire barbed wire fencing; a portion of the
neighboring property is fenced inside the subject property
PERSONAL PROERTY: All furniture and appliances located in the primary home
and associated outbuilding will be sold with the property. The only excluded items are located in the
primary home and include a kitchen buffet, the main bedroom set, and a small
end table