Deschutes County property record for 256 Jefferson Ave, Sisters, OR 97759
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 3 ba · 1,452 sqft · built 2001 |
| Lot Size | 0.07 acres (3,049 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $375,000 (Nov 2020) |
| Tax Bill | $3,178 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Nov 2020 Sale & Mortgage May 2018 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 151009-BB-05800 |
| Primary APN | 151009-BB-05800 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 3 Baths |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,452 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 1,705 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 620 sqft |
| Basement Area | 253 sqft |
| Utility Room | Utility Room |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 2001 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2001 |
| Architectural Style | Bi-Level |
| Foundation Type | Concrete |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 3,049 sqft (0.07 acres) |
| Garage Area | 253 sqft |
| Deck Area | 40 sqft |
| Heating Fuel | Electric |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 134818 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 256 JEFFERSON AVE |
| City | SISTERS |
| State | OR |
| Zip | 97759 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | MFR |
| Legal Description | PP2002-39 LOT PARCEL 1 |
| Legal Range | 10 |
| Legal Township | 15 |
| Legal Section | 09 |
| Legal Subdivision | PP2002-39 |
| Legal Block | 39 |
| Legal Lot Number | 1 |
| Jurisdiction | DESCHUTES OR |
| Township / Civil Division | SISTERS-MILLICAN |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2043 |
| Census Tract | 502 |
256 Jefferson Ave is owned by an individual who bought it in November 2020.
Source: Deschutes County records, as of May 18, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 63 ABRAMS CT, 208, STANFORD, CA 94305-7178 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2020 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage ONPOINT COMMUNITY CU |
| May 14, 2018 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage WASHINGTON FEDERAL NA |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 3, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Nov 3, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | May 14, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 202058699 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Aug 10, 2005 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0000052746 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | DESCHUTES OR |
| Recording Date | Nov 3, 2020 |
| Property Address | 256 W JEFFERSON AVE, SISTERS, OR 97759-1430 |
| Document Number | 0000058699 |
| Map Reference | DOC 2002-20555 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 2, 2020 |
| Instrument | 2020-58699 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 28, 2022 |
| Title Company | WESTERN TITLE & ESCROW |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Tenants by the Entirety |
| Address | 63 ABRAMS CT APT 208, 208, STANFORD, CA 94305-7178 |
| Document Number | 0000058700 |
|---|---|
| Date | Nov 3, 2020 |
| Instrument | 2020-58700 |
| Name | ONPOINT COMMUNITY CU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Dec 1, 2050 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | DESCHUTES OR |
| Recording Date | May 14, 2018 |
| Property Address | 256 W JEFFERSON AVE, SISTERS, OR 97759-1430 |
| Document Number | 0000019178 |
| Map Reference | DOC2002-20555 |
| Instrument Date | May 3, 2018 |
| Instrument | 2018-19178 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 28, 2022 |
| Title Company | WESTERN TITLE & ESCROW |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 00000 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Living Trust |
| Address | 344 E WASHINGTON AVE, SISTERS, OR 97759-1169 |
| Document Number | 0000019179 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 14, 2018 |
| Instrument | 2018-19179 |
| Name | WASHINGTON FEDERAL NA |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Jun 1, 2048 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Jefferson Ave was $3,178, up 3.2% from the year before.
Source: Deschutes County assessment roll, as of November 5, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Oregon |
| County | Deschutes County |
| Municipality | Sisters City |
| Unified School District | Sisters School District 6 (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,178.00 (+3.22%) | $191,540 (+3%) | $484,900 (-4.55%) Land $201,000 Building $283,900 |
| 2024 | $3,079.00 (+2.94%) | $185,970 (+3%) | $508,010 (+6.99%) Land $201,000 Building $307,010 |
| 2023 | $2,991.00 | $180,560 | $474,800 Land $201,000 Building $273,800 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 256 Jefferson Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective December 11, 2025 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 5 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 256 Jefferson Ave is moderate, ranking above 46% of the US, with a 0.09% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 46% of the US · lower than 82% of Oregon |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.09% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
| Adjoins Burnable Land | Yes |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | CITY OF SISTERS serves 3,778 people · EPA ID OR4100826 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2025 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 340 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| TDS Telecom Cable | 1,000 / 20 |
| Yellowknife Wireless Fixed Wireless | 700 / 200 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
May also be available: AT&T, T-Mobile.
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