Experience a rare fusion of architectural legacy and modern refinement in this reimagined SW Hills estate. Originally designed in 1938 by celebrated architect Roscoe Hemenway and meticulously transformed in 2024 by acclaimed builder iBuildPDX, this residence has undergone over $1,000,000 in thoughtful upgrades honoring its historic roots while delivering contemporary luxury at the highest level.Sweeping four mountain views create a dramatic and serene backdrop, setting the tone for both everyday living and elevated entertaining. Expansive walls of glass and oversized sliders invite abundant natural light and seamlessly connect the interior to the surrounding landscape, blurring the line between indoors and out.Spanning three beautifully curated levels, the home balances timeless design with modern sophistication. Elegant finishes, bespoke details, and flexible living spaces accommodate everything from intimate family moments to large scale gatherings. At the center of the home, the gourmet kitchen is both striking and functional equally suited for quiet evenings or hosting with ease.Private retreats, generous storage, and thoughtfully designed living areas ensure comfort and versatility throughout, while every vantage point captures breathtaking outlooks that elevate daily life.Situated in one of Portland’s most coveted neighborhoods, this exceptional property offers close proximity to scenic parks and trails, refined shopping, top rated schools, and the best of SW Hills living.This is more than a residence—it is a statement of architectural significance, refined luxury, and enduring distinction.
Active
$3,000,000
1281 SW Davenport St, Portland, OR 97201
5beds
4,035sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
0.29 Acres Lot
$2,839,100 Zestimate®
$743/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 206 days |
- 174 |
- 10 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jason Mendell 503-349-4711,
eXp Realty, LLC
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 681823144
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Partial bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air 95 Plus, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built In Oven, Built-In Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Appliances, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Cooler, Washer/Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- High Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Sound System, Cook Island, Quartz
- Flooring: Hardwood, Heated Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Outside
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,035
- Total interior livable area: 4,035 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue, Gas Hookup, Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Sprinkler, SqFt 10000 to 14999
Details
- Additional structures: CoveredArena, GasHookup, HomeTheater
- Parcel number: R258332
- Other equipment: Home Theater
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas Hookup, Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Lights, Security System Owned
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $743/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,832,980
- Annual tax amount: $28,650
- Date on market: 1/27/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,839,100
$2.70M - $2.98M
$5,839/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,000,000+46.3%$743/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #681823144 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2021 | Sold | $2,050,000$508/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,650 +3.7% | $1,064,270 +3% |
| 2024 | $27,620 +11.1% | $1,033,270 +10.1% |
| 2023 | $24,851 +2.2% | $938,720 +3% |
| 2022 | $24,313 +4.7% | $911,380 +4.8% |
| 2021 | $23,215 +11.9% | $869,850 +3% |
| 2020 | $20,750 -0.1% | $844,520 +3% |
| 2019 | $20,761 | $819,930 +3% |
| 2018 | $20,761 | $796,050 |
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Neighborhood: Southwest Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ainsworth Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10West Sylvan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 8/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ainsworth
- Middle: West Sylvan
- High: Lincoln
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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