Introducing The Babbidge House, a remarkable oceanfront property in the heart of Seaside! With a towering presence and stately Cape Cod design, it is one of the largest and most distinguished residences on the promenade. Inside, discover magnificent ocean and Tillamook Head views, timeless character and a wealth of unique features. Highlights include generous gathering spaces, a wet bar for entertaining against a stunning coastal backdrop, 4 fireplaces, a widows watch, a wine cellar and Finnish sauna. The loft perched above the primary suite is an inspiring retreat for artists or anyone seeking a peaceful escape with unmatched panoramic views. The home was rebuilt from the foundation to the roof cap in the late 1990s. Once owned by Captain Babbidge, this fully furnished property comes with a rich legacy. The current family is ready to pass the torch to the next generation. Be sure to watch the video and request the floor plan. With its incredible bones, massive square footage, multiple decks and balconies plus an unbeatable location, here is a rare opportunity to bring your vision, make improvements to maximize the value and write the next chapter as the new owners of this extraordinary property!
Active
$1,500,000
1161 S Prom, Seaside, OR 97138
6beds
4,985sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$1,485,400 Zestimate®
$301/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Oceanfront propertyFinnish saunaWine cellarUnmatched panoramic viewsGenerous gathering spacesWet bar for entertainingMultiple decks and balconies
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cheryl Johnson 503-741-0007,
Realty One Group Prestige
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 167278328
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Partial bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tank Water Heater
Features
- Floor 4th, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Tile
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,985
- Total interior livable area: 4,985 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stair Lift, Accessibility
Features
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Sauna, Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Ocean Front
- Body of water: Pacific Ocean
Lot
- Size: 4,791.6 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Ocean Beach One Quarter Mile Or Less, SqFt 3000 to 4999
Details
- Additional structures: Furnished
- Parcel number: 12552
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Seaside
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $301/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,558,515
- Annual tax amount: $15,979
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,485,400
$1.41M - $1.56M
$4,838/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$301/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #167278328 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,509 +3% | $1,079,601 +3% |
| 2023 | $15,051 +2.8% | $1,048,157 +3% |
| 2022 | $14,640 +2.2% | $1,017,629 +3% |
| 2021 | $14,329 +8% | $987,990 +3% |
| 2020 | $13,264 | $959,215 +1.7% |
| 2019 | $13,264 -1.5% | $943,394 +3% |
| 2018 | $13,469 +6.4% | $915,917 +3% |
| 2017 | $12,656 +5.7% | $889,241 +3% |
| 2016 | $11,973 +8.3% | $863,342 +3% |
| 2015 | $11,052 +6.1% | $838,197 +3% |
| 2014 | $10,415 -3.5% | $813,784 +3% |
| 2013 | $10,794 | $790,082 +3% |
| 2012 | -- | $767,071 +3% |
| 2011 | -- | $744,730 +3% |
| 2010 | -- | $723,040 +3% |
| 2009 | -- | $701,981 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $681,536 +3% |
| 2007 | -- | $661,687 +3% |
| 2006 | -- | $642,415 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 97138
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Seaside Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Seaside Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10Seaside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pacific Ridge
- Middle: Seaside
- High: Seaside
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- Oregon
- Clatsop County
- Seaside
- 97138
- 1161 S Prom
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