A quarter acre in the city limits! Tucked at the end of a quiet street, this classic one-level ranch offers an exceptional combination of comfortable living, outdoor space, and future potential. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is ready for its next chapter, whether that means cosmetic updates to make it your own or exploring the possibilities of the rare lot. The backyard has established raised beds and a shed with a new roof offering excellent storage or potential for a creative workspace. For buyers thinking beyond the existing home, the R2.5 zoning and .25-acre lot create an intriguing development opportunity, with potential for up to four units and possibilities worth exploring for medium-housing or cottage-cluster development. Buyer to verify development options and requirements with the City of Portland.Conveniently located with easy access to SE Powell, offering a direct route toward downtown Portland or east toward Mt. Hood. Next to community gardens. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for an affordable entry into homeownership, a gardener searching for room to grow, or an investor looking for future development potential, this property offers plenty of possibilities. VA assumable mortgage with 3% rate.
Pending
Price cut: $10K (9/22)
$375,000
12661 SE Center St, Portland, OR 97236
3beds
1,196sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.25 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$314/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Next to community gardensClassic one-level ranch
- 27 days
- 1,858
- 198
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tony Le 503-720-8211,
Like Kind Realty,
Jakob Goodson 503-730-8677,
Like Kind Realty
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 545395161
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Tank Water Heater
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,196
- Total interior livable area: 1,196 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: SqFt 10000 to 14999
Details
- Parcel number: R278180
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Lap Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $314/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $381,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,793
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 27 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29/2026 | Pending sale | $375,000$314/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #545395161 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2026 | Price change | $375,000-2.6%$314/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #545395161 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000+30.5%$322/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #545395161 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2018 | Sold | $295,000-1.3%$247/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #18043323 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2018 | Pending sale | $299,000$250/sqft |
Source: Mal & Seitz #18043323 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2018 | Listed for sale | $299,000+118.2%$250/sqft |
Source: Mal & Seitz #18043323 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2003 | Sold | $137,000$115/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,794 +4.4% | $156,890 +3% |
| 2024 | $3,634 +4.5% | $152,330 +3% |
| 2023 | $3,476 +5.5% | $147,900 +3% |
| 2022 | $3,295 +1.7% | $143,600 +3% |
| 2021 | $3,241 +10.4% | $139,420 +3% |
| 2020 | $2,936 +3.3% | $135,360 +3% |
| 2019 | $2,843 | $131,420 +3% |
| 2018 | $2,843 +3.2% | $127,600 +3% |
| 2017 | $2,755 +6.6% | $123,890 +3% |
| 2016 | $2,584 | $120,290 +3% |
| 2015 | $2,584 +2.4% | $116,790 +3% |
| 2014 | $2,522 +26.1% | $113,390 +3% |
| 2013 | $2,000 +8.4% | $110,090 +3% |
| 2012 | $1,845 -7.1% | $106,890 +3% |
| 2011 | $1,987 -8.4% | $103,780 +3% |
| 2010 | $2,170 +2.3% | $100,760 +3% |
| 2009 | $2,121 +3.5% | $97,830 +3% |
| 2008 | $2,049 +0.4% | $94,990 +3% |
| 2007 | $2,040 +4.9% | $92,230 +3% |
| 2006 | $1,946 +3.5% | $89,550 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,879 +2.8% | $86,950 +3% |
| 2004 | $1,829 +1.7% | $84,420 +3% |
| 2003 | $1,799 +8.9% | $81,970 +3% |
| 2002 | $1,651 +12.4% | $79,590 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $1,469 +4.1% | $75,030 +3% |
| 1999 | $1,411 | $72,850 |
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Neighborhood: Powellhurst Gilbert
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Gilbert Hts
- Middle: Alice Ott
- High: David Douglas
Source: RMLS (OR). This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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