Experience the soul of Portland in a home that blends 1911 character with the confidence of a complete modern rebuild. Located in the heart of the vibrant Richmond neighborhood, this stunning Craftsman offers the perfect union of timeless design and worry-free living.Forget the typical old-home anxieties. A full "back-to-the-studs" renovation in 2003 included all-new electrical, plumbing, Pella wood frame & metal clad windows, and insulation, giving you the reliability of new construction. Enjoy classic details like built-ins, tall ceilings, and a cozy fireplace, knowing the hard work has already been done.Move-In Ready Confidence: With a freshly painted interior (2025) and exterior (2023), this home is polished and prepared for its next chapter.A True Owner's Retreat: Unwind in the spa-like primary suite, featuring a classic clawfoot tub, a separate shower, dual closets, and a private walk-out balcony with your own hot tub.Effortless Entertaining: The updated kitchen with its double oven, gas cooktop, and breakfast bar flows seamlessly to the swoon-worthy covered back porch and private, landscaped oasis of a backyard.Flexible Living: A bedroom and full, timelessly designed bathroom on the main floor provide the perfect space for guests, a home office, or multi-generational living.Modern Functionality: Benefit from rare finds in a historic home, including a newer-construction garage, central A/C, an on-demand tankless water heater, and convenient upstairs laundry. Situated just blocks from the energy of Hawthorne and Belmont, this is more than a house, it's a lifestyle.
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$1,100,000
1839 SE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR 97215
4beds
3,100sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1911
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$1,098,900 Zestimate®
$355/sqft
$4,865 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,098,900
$1.02M - $1.18M
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Cozy fireplaceHot tubDual closetsUpdated kitchenConvenient upstairs laundryClassic clawfoot tubCovered back porch
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Listed by:
Dill Ward 503-278-9697,
eXp Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Chandra Noble-Ashford, 201107071
Think Real Estate
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 175099966
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 4, Nook, Storage, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Builtin Features, Bathtub, Double Closet, Ensuite, Shower, Tile Floor, Walkin Closet, Wood Floors
- Level: Upper
- Area: 273
- Dimensions: 13 x 21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Double Closet, Walkin Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Dining room
- Features: Builtin Features, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Builtin Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Pantry, Double Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Linseed Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Width: 10
Living room
- Features: Builtin Features, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built In Oven, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- High Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen, Double Closet, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Built-in Features, Pantry, Balcony, Bathtub, Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Wood, Linseed, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Vinyl Frames
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,100
- Total interior livable area: 3,100 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered Deck, Covered Patio, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Free Standing Hot Tub
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 43 x 100
- Features: Level, Trees, SqFt 3000 to 4999
Details
- Parcel number: R211916
- Zoning: R5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1911
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Richmond
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $355/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $854,130
- Annual tax amount: $9,802
- Date on market: 11/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | Sold | $1,100,000+15.8%$355/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #175099966 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Pending sale | $950,000$306/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #175099966 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000+300%$306/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #175099966 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2003 | Sold | $237,500$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,802 +3.7% | $363,790 +3% |
| 2024 | $9,450 +4% | $353,200 +3% |
| 2023 | $9,087 +2.2% | $342,920 +3% |
| 2022 | $8,890 +1.7% | $332,940 +3% |
| 2021 | $8,740 +9% | $323,250 +3% |
| 2020 | $8,018 +3.8% | $313,840 +3% |
| 2019 | $7,723 | $304,700 +3% |
| 2018 | $7,723 +3% | $295,830 +3% |
| 2017 | $7,496 +14% | $287,220 +3% |
| 2016 | $6,575 | $278,860 +3% |
| 2015 | $6,575 +2.7% | $270,740 +3% |
| 2014 | $6,402 +3.9% | $262,860 +3% |
| 2013 | $6,159 +10.5% | $255,210 +3% |
| 2012 | $5,572 +3.9% | $247,780 +3% |
| 2011 | $5,362 +5.4% | $240,570 +3% |
| 2010 | $5,088 +2.7% | $233,570 +3% |
| 2009 | $4,954 +6% | $226,770 +3% |
| 2008 | $4,675 +0.3% | $220,170 +3% |
| 2007 | $4,661 +11.4% | $213,760 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,186 +9.6% | $207,540 +7.8% |
| 2005 | $3,821 +23.7% | $192,560 +38.8% |
| 2004 | $3,089 +2.3% | $138,770 +3% |
| 2003 | $3,020 +8.9% | $134,730 +3% |
| 2002 | $2,774 +7.4% | $130,810 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $2,583 +7.6% | $123,310 +3% |
| 1999 | $2,402 | $119,720 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Richmond
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Glencoe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Mt Tabor Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Franklin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Glencoe
- Middle: Mt Tabor
- High: Franklin
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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