La Center, WA 98629

👑 Rare Iconic La Center Home | Mt. Hood Views | 3,200 Sq Ft 👑 Asking Price: $349,000 ARV: TBD 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 3,200 Sq Ft | 3rd Floor Primary Suite Vacant at Close | Cash & Hard Money Only 🔑 The Opportunity If you’ve driven by this home, you know where it is. Opportunities like this don’t come around often in La Center. A 3,200 sq ft log-style home with Mt. Hood, valley, mountain, and river views on an elevated lot — minutes from PDX. The combination of a one-of-a-kind property, character-rich finishes, and a location that connects buyers to both the outdoors and major employment creates demand that’s hard to manufacture. The upside here comes from enhancing what’s already here — not starting from scratch. 📋 Property Details 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 3,200 Sq Ft Entire 3rd floor is a primary suite with a jacuzzi tub and private balcony Large kitchen and spacious living areas Vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings Freestanding wood stove Upper and lower decks with railings Basement family room and bedroom Large storage rooms and utility/workshop areas Attached garage with expanded driveway 0.25-acre lot with fenced backyard Elevated lot with Mt. Hood, valley, mountain, and river views Location Highlights: Minutes to PDX and all amenities Close to downtown La Center Near parks, schools, and the Lewis River area 🧮 Cost Breakdown & Profit Estimate Based on a 4-month hold. Holding costs apply to hard money financing only — cash buyers eliminate this cost entirely. ——— @ $550K ARV ——— Purchase Price: $349,000 Rehab (approximate): $80,000 Closing Costs (buy & sell): $10,000 Holding Costs (4 mo, if hard money is used): $13,960 Listing Commission (1.5%, from referred brokerage): $8,250 Buyer Commission (2.5%): $13,750 WA Excise Tax (REET): $8,845 Total Out: $483,805 ——— @ $580K ARV ——— Purchase Price: $349,000 Rehab (approximate): $80,000 Closing Costs (buy & sell): $10,000 Holding Costs (4 mo, if hard money is used): $13,960 Listing Commission (1.5%, from referred brokerage): $8,700 Buyer Commission (2.5%): $14,500 WA Excise Tax (REET): $9,379 Total Out: $485,539 ✅ Positives Metal roof in good condition Kitchen cabinets in good shape Newer water heater Interior is in good shape overall 🔨 Needs New flooring throughout Kitchen updates Main bath and guest bath refresh Covered porch — supports need attention (repair or remove) Half bath in basement needs to be finished 🏃 Exit Strategies Flip: Unique character, panoramic views, and a floor plan buyers pay a premium for. Updated, this property stands out from anything else on the market. Rental / BRRRR: 3,200 sq ft, 4 beds, 3rd floor primary suite — a premium rental in a market with limited inventory like this. Strong long-term equity play.