How Many Homes Built in 1914 Look This Good? 813 SE Davis St. in McMinnville, Oregon

Catherine Summers
Jul 10
4 min read

Offered at $829,000 | 3,898 SF | 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms | Featured New Listing

There's a certain kind of home that stops you mid-scroll. Not because of a flashy renovation or a trendy finish package, but because of something harder to manufacture, character. The kind that comes from a century of craftsmanship, original woodwork no one bothers to replicate anymore, and a lot size that makes you do a double take.

813 SE Davis St is that home. And it just hit the market.

Aerial view of a gray two-story house with large deck, fire pit patio, and fenced yard. — *813 SE Davis St showing the covered front porch, paver driveway, and detached garage, with a decorative iron gate leading to the backyard.*

Character That Can't Be Manufactured

Built in 1914, this five-bedroom, three-bath craftsman sits on nearly half an acre right in the heart of McMinnville, with Cozine Creek running along the back of the property. It's a rare pairing: century-old character, real creek frontage, and space to spread out, all within walking distance of downtown.

From the moment you arrive, the grand entry and welcoming front porch set the tone. It's the kind of porch that actually gets used, morning coffee, evening wind-down, watching the neighborhood go by.

Inside, rich solid oak and fir flooring runs throughout, alongside classic craftsman woodwork and built-in storage and display cabinets that show up around nearly every corner. These aren't decorative flourishes bolted on during a flip. They're original, and they've been cared for.

Front porch with yellow door marked 813, teal mailbox, wicker chairs on a yellow rug, and green trees beyond.

Bright wooden foyer with staircase, bench, and framed map art; open door at left, calm and tidy interior.

A Kitchen Worth Gathering In

The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with a farmhouse-style sink, shaker cabinetry, a hex tile backsplash, and a butcher block island built for meal prep, entertaining, or just parking a cup of coffee while planning out the day.

Charming window seats in both the kitchen and dining room add cozy, sunlit spots to slow down, the kind of detail that photographs well but lives even better.

Bright modern kitchen with white cabinets, navy island, wood stool, and open doors to a deck with trees.

Bright white modern kitchen with stainless sink and appliances, hex tile backsplash, and a window view of a wooden patio and trees.

Bright dining room with wooden table, gray chairs, potted plants, glass cabinet, and large windows under a pendant light.

In the main-level living room, an original brick fireplace anchors the space, though the built-in curio cabinets flanking it might just steal the show.

Bright living room with leather sofa, wood coffee table, brick fireplace, TV, and large windows; warm, tidy, cozy feel.

A Primary Suite with Original Character

The primary bedroom carries the same craftsman character found throughout the home, deep, moody wall color set off by original wood trim, crown molding, and a solid wood door, plus large windows that fill the room with natural light and tree-lined views. Original hardwood floors continue in here too, tying the space back to the rest of the house.

The upper level bathroom keeps things classic: white beadboard wainscoting, a vintage-style built-in medicine cabinet, and a deep soaking tub for actually unwinding at the end of the day. Warm wood-look tile flooring and updated lighting bring in modern comfort without losing the home's original charm.

Cozy bedroom with green walls, bed with yellow pillows, armchair, dresser, lamp, and large windows overlooking trees.

Bright bathroom with white vanity, tub, toilet, mirror lights, striped towels, and a potted plant on a small cabinet.

Room to Spread Out

A finished attic and basement add real flexibility, a home office, guest suite, workout space, or rec room, depending on what your life needs right now. One bedroom and full bath sit on the main level too, a detail that matters more than people realize, whether you're thinking about aging in place, hosting guests, or just wanting options.

On the update side, a new roof gives peace of mind without disturbing the home's historic character, alongside the kitchen and bathroom updates already mentioned.

Basement home gym with treadmill, bench, resistance bands and exercise ball; brick accent wall and carpeted room.

Bright laundry room with checkered table, washer and dryer, utility sink, water heater, brick wall, and stainless fridge.

Outdoor Living Along the Creek

Step outside to a Trex deck overlooking lush green space along Cozine Creek, a genuinely rare setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or just taking in the quiet. The half-acre lot leaves room to garden, gather, or carve out your own private oasis.

Covered wooden deck with round tile table, four chairs, hanging lights, and forest views beyond white curtains.

Wooded backyard fire pit area with orange Adirondack chairs, gravel ground, wire fence, and lush green trees under cloudy sky.

Steps from Downtown

SE Davis Street puts you in one of McMinnville's most walkable and well-connected pockets. Linfield University is less than a mile away, and downtown Third Street, compact, vibrant, and full of reasons to be on foot is easily within reach. Apartments.comLivinginoregon

McMinnville's downtown corridor is home to James Beard-recognized restaurants, wine bars, boutiques, and a thriving arts scene. The weekly Farmers Market runs Thursday afternoons from May through October. The city is surrounded by over 200 vineyards and tasting rooms, and the Willamette Valley's wine country landscape starts practically at your doorstep. LivinginoregonAtlas-north

There are five parks within two miles, including McMinnville City Park, Joe Dancer Park, and Discovery Meadows Park, plenty of options for morning walks, weekend outings, or just getting outside after a long day. Apartments.com

For commuters, Portland is roughly an hour away at about 38 miles, and Salem and Hillsboro are also within easy reach. McMinnville is well-positioned for remote workers who want a slower pace and a stronger sense of place, without giving up access to the metro. Atlas-north

Aerial view of a leafy small town downtown with low buildings, parked cars, streets, and distant hills under a cloudy sky. — *Aerial view of historic downtown McMinnville, just a short walk from 813 SE Davis St, home to local shops, restaurants, and the weekly farmers market.*

Why This One Won't Last

A 1914 craftsman with nearly 4,000 square feet, five bedrooms, a half-acre lot with creek frontage, meaningful updates throughout, and a walk-to-everything location, that's a list most buyers in this market never get to check off all at once.

Gray two-story house with yellow front door, porch, and detached garage, framed by green trees and lawn. — *Front exterior of 813 SE Davis St, a 1914 craftsman in McMinnville, Oregon, with a full-length covered porch, cheerful yellow front door, and detached garage.*

The craftsmanship is irreplaceable. The updates are done. The creek views are the kind you can't add later.

Whether you're after a forever home with room to grow, space for multi-generational living, or simply something with more soul than a subdivision can offer, this one deserves a serious look.

This One Has a Story — Come See It for Yourself

Catherine Summers, Principal Broker with The McCreith Team at Bella Casa Real Estate Group.

Five bedrooms, three full baths, nearly 4,000 square feet on almost half an acre along Cozine Creek, and craftsman character you simply don't find in new construction. Solid oak and fir floors, a fully updated kitchen, window seats, a brick fireplace with curio cabinets, and a front porch built for slowing down. Walk to Linfield University or Historic Downtown Third Street from here. That's not a detail, that's a lifestyle.

Craftsman homes with this much space, this much soul, and this kind of setting don't come around often in McMinnville. When they do, they move.

If 813 SE Davis St has caught your attention, trust that instinct. Walk through it, the photos won't do it justice.

Ready to schedule your private showing? Reach out to Catherine at 971-219-9858 or catherine@thebellacasagroup.com. The McCreith Team knows Yamhill County inside and out, and we're ready to open the door for you.

The McCreith Team

Bella Casa Real Estate Group