First time on market in nearly 30 years, a gorgeous private retreat in Sylvan Heights. Situated on a lush .83 acre lot with manicured lawns, sparkling pool and fruit orchard, this NW midcentury home immediately greets you with a soaring vaulted ceiling clad in vertical grain fir. The generous living room is the heart of the home, with a large natural stone fireplace, and dramatic clerestory and floor to ceiling windows that bring the outside in. From the dining, a large sliding glass door leads to the large patio and pristine yard overlooking the pool below, perfect for relaxing and entertaining. This special home features a fantastic floor plan with all 4 bedrooms up top, and bonus room below with beautiful Oregon black walnut built-ins. Extensive exterior renovation done in 2025 with all new roof, cedar siding, main fireplace, pool fence, pump and heater, landscaping and sprinkler system. Mechanical updates also done include new furnace, AC, and sewer. Located in the desirable Sylvan Heights neighborhood with easy access to Hwy 26, Downtown, Forest Park, and top notch schools.
Sold
$1,350,000
1503 SW 61st Dr, Portland, OR 97221
4beds
3,862sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.83 Acres Lot
$1,357,900 Zestimate®
$350/sqft
$5,057 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,357,900
Estimated sales range
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Sparkling poolLarge patioFantastic floor planLarge natural stone fireplaceFruit orchardManicured lawnsLarge sliding glass door
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kirby Arkes hello@seanzbecker.com,
Sean Z Becker Real Estate,
Alexa Ebel 503-756-6669,
Sean Z Becker Real Estate
Bought with:
Caitlin Riley, 201223905
ODonnell Group Realty
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 760492899
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom, Builtin Features, Walkin Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Builtin Features, Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Double Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Exterior Entry, Vaulted Ceiling, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Builtin Features, Exterior Entry, Tile Floor
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Eating Area, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, Island
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built In Oven, Built-In Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Appliances, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Double Closet, Closet, Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Storage Space
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,862
- Total interior livable area: 3,862 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Yard, Exterior Entry
- Has private pool: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.83 Acres
- Features: Sprinkler, SqFt 20000 to Acres1
Details
- Parcel number: R327067
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Portland
- Subdivision: Sylvan Heights
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Sold | $1,350,000-3.2%$350/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #760492899 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2025 | Pending sale | $1,395,000+4.7%$361/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #760492899 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2023 | Sold | $1,333,000+255%$345/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/1996 | Sold | $375,500$97/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,833 +4.9% | $738,720 +3% |
| 2024 | $14,135 +4.2% | $717,210 +3% |
| 2023 | $13,568 +2.5% | $696,330 +3% |
| 2022 | $13,239 +3.6% | $676,050 +3% |
| 2021 | $12,785 +10.2% | $656,360 +3% |
| 2020 | $11,600 +1.7% | $637,250 +3% |
| 2019 | $11,408 | $618,690 +3% |
| 2018 | $11,408 +5.7% | $600,670 +3% |
| 2017 | $10,796 +19.8% | $583,180 +3% |
| 2016 | $9,010 | $566,200 +3% |
| 2015 | $9,010 +4.3% | $549,710 +3% |
| 2014 | $8,639 +20.5% | $533,700 +9.8% |
| 2013 | $7,167 +5.7% | $485,900 -4.9% |
| 2012 | $6,779 -3.2% | $510,880 -1.4% |
| 2011 | $7,004 -0.1% | $518,160 +3% |
| 2010 | $7,009 +4% | $503,070 +3% |
| 2009 | $6,738 -7.2% | $488,420 +3% |
| 2008 | $7,261 +2.4% | $474,200 +3% |
| 2007 | $7,090 +15.1% | $460,390 +3% |
| 2006 | $6,162 +6.5% | $446,990 +3% |
| 2005 | $5,784 -11.4% | $433,980 +3% |
| 2004 | $6,529 +2% | $421,340 +3% |
| 2003 | $6,402 +3.4% | $409,070 +3% |
| 2002 | $6,193 +11% | $397,160 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $5,577 +5.6% | $374,370 +3% |
| 1999 | $5,280 | $363,470 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 97221
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Bridlemile Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10West Sylvan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bridlemile
- 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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- Oregon
- Multnomah County
- Portland
- 97221
- 1503 SW 61st Dr
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