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SOLD

Offered at $595,000

4 bed · 2 bath · 2448 sq. ft.

Fantastic 1902 Foursquare carefully maintained and updated in the desirable SE Portland/ Brooklyn neighborhood. The pairing of thoughtful improvements - new windows, AC, seismic retrofitting (and more)- with lovingly restored details - unpainted doors, classic tile, hand carved baluster - this home is sure to charm vintage enthusiasts. Turn-key ready property has an open, light-filled gracious floor plan. 4 bedrooms on the 2nd level. Untapped potential in the street-level walkout unfinished basement. Abundant outdoor space. Sitting high on the corner of a tree-lined street, it is a gem in the city.

MLS# 20208374


Living, Dining, & Kitchen

Upon walking up to the expansive covered front porch and entering the cheerful front door, one steps into the living room featuring a grand staircase with old hand carved baluster. New Marvin Elevate fiberglass + wood windows frame views to the outdoors. Original pocket doors separate Living and Dining. Expansive wood floors lead from room to room. Updated vintage lighting and bay window in the dining. Updated kitchen with abundant storage and maximized workflow. Easy access to the raised deck for al fresco dining and backyard enjoyment. At the perfect elevation for sunrise. Pink mornings.


Bedrooms & Baths

With 4 bedrooms on the second floor, this home is conveniently situated for families wanting to sleep on the same level. The new Marvin Elite series windows were installed throughout the home and keep the bedrooms cosy. A secondary furnace and AC system was installed to keep the bedrooms comfortable year round. Baths have been tastefully updated with classic handmade subway tile, marble floors and era appropriate plumbing and light fixtures.


Bonus Spaces & Outdoors

This classic old-PDX Foursquare has a welcoming street presence. Situated on a raised corner lot, one can sit and observe the tree-lined street from the expansive covered front porch. A spacious backyard with raised deck and expansive lawn offer areas for outdoor living and socially distanced activities. Mature fruit trees (apple & comice pear) and multiple grape varieties along with a raised bed offers the home gardener the ability to grow fruits and veggies year round. An unfinished basement provides secure, dry storage. Basement access is convenient from the interior of the home, in addition to a walkout door at street-level. Untapped potential abounds.


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Location & Neighborhood

 

Old School Portland in Brooklyn

Bordering the trendy areas of Sellwood, Clinton and Division/Powell, the Brooklyn neighborhood is emblematic of classic old-school Portland. Full of community-friendly, family focused and active individuals of all kinds. Brooklyn, like most of its close-by sister neighborhoods, is fiercely independent and has a high number of locally owned businesses that thrive due to overwhelming local support. With the hub of Brooklyn Park just 2 blocks away and plenty of restaurants nearby, enjoying the old charm of Portland can be experienced in this lovely home. Convenience to the Ross Island Bridge, Lower South Waterfront Tram and the Metro Light Rail make commuting to OHSU, the VA, Shriner’s Children’s Hospital or downtown quite seamless.

 

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