ROCKIN’ RIVER RANCH
Ritter, Oregon | $1,599,500 | 238± A cres | Single Family Residence, Forest
PROPERTY QUICK FACTS
• 0.75± miles river frontage of the Middle Fork John Day River
• Gravity fed domestic spring water with storage tank
• New fencing along Highway 20 and recently graveled roadway to the house
• Off-grid system containing hydroelectric and solar panels
• Rare riverfront home on the John Day River due to the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. The house sits 300± feet from the longest free-flowing river west of the Rockies and while there’s a law that no structures are to be built a quarter of a mile from the river, the homesite is grandfathered, making it one of the only homes to be close to the pristine river
• Replacement dwelling permit for second home
• Underground irrigation around house and entertaining areas
• Owner carry possible. Contact the selling agent for details.
• Eligibile for two elk Landowner Preference (LOP) tags and two deer LOP tags
• Adjacent to the Malheur National Forest DIXIE
Farm & Ranch Sales Fay Ranches 208.606.6494 dbarry@fayranches.com Licensed in: ID, OR
61702 Middle Fork Lane, Long Creek, OR 97856
LISTING INFO
Financing: Cash | Conventional Financing | FHA | Owner Will Carry
Total SqFt: 10,367,280
Tax Parcel #: 1803, 1801
Additional Parcels: 09s311803
This scenic riverfront property along Oregon’s Middle Fork of the John Day River offers a rare opportunity for a self-sufficient, off-grid lifestyle in a setting that combines privacy with accessibility. The land features 0.75± miles of river frontage, inviting fishing, kayaking, and peaceful reflection amid lush surroundings and the sounds of flowing water.
Improvements include a remodeled home, shop, two barns, greenhouse, storage shed, and guest cabin—all supported by gravity-fed domestic spring water and a well-established off-grid system. A replaceable dwelling permit is in place, offering the option to build a second home that takes full advantage of the river views and natural landscape.
With convenient access to nearby towns and outdoor recreation, this property balances solitude and connectivity. Whether you’re drawn to sustainability, adventure, or simply quietude, it provides the setting to live in alignment with nature and purpose. Owner carry is possible—contact the agent for terms.
ANDREW BRYAN
Owner | Principal Broker Baker City Realty
541.484.5835 andrew@bakercityrealty.com Licensed in: OR
LOT INFO
Lot Acres: 238±
Zoning: Forest
STATUS CHANGE INFO
Status: Active
PUBLIC RECORD
Taxes: $3,185
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Lot: 1801, 1803
DETAILS
Construction Type: Block, Frame
Lot Features: Fenced, Garden, Landscaped, Sloped, Water Feature, Wooded
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Granit Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Tile Counters
Flooring: LVT on Upper Lvl, Pine on Lower Lvl Rooms: Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bedroom, Secondary Bedroom, Sauna
Roofing: Metal
Fireplace: Wood Burning Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator,
HOME INFO
Total Sq Ft: 1,903
Location: grandfathered in to sit closer to 0.25± miles from the river
Year Built: 1986, Remodeled in 2022
Stories: 2
Dwelling Permit: Transferrable, For Second Home
Attached Garage: 3-Car
Financing: Owner Carry Possible
Washer, Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Outside Buildings: Barn(s), Greenhouse, Shed(s), Storage
View: Mountain(s), Orchard, River
Waterfront Features: Creek, Pond, River Front, Stream, Waterfront, 2 Licensed Stock Ponds
Road: Private Acces, Recently Graveled Irrigation: River, 13.8 Acres of Water Rights
Water Source: Spring
Sewer: Septic
Utilities: Propane
Power Production: Generator, Hydro, Solar Owned
THREE-BAY SHOP | 26’ x 60’ steel shop built in 2020, insulated, concrete floor, Crystal Cold Propane refrigerator, entertaining area (man cave) with bar, wood stove, and sleeping loft, with a space above
GREENHOUSE | Automatic raising roof system
CABIN | 10’ x 12’ metal-roofed cabin on the river with a minin inverter and solar panel
BARN | 40’ x40’ pole barn for livestock
OFF GRID SYSTEM | 12-250 watt solar panels, new auto-start diesel generator, and hydroelectric power
SCHOOLS | Long Creek School
ROCKIN’ RIVER RANCH
Ritter, Oregon
$1,599,500 | 238± Acres www.fAyrAnches.com
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