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  • $704,000

    1903 SW Cable Ave, Portland, OR 97201

    3beds
    2,203sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1886
    -- sqft lot
    $704,000 Zestimate®
    $320/sqft
    $3,446 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $704,000

    $627,000 - $781,000

    $3,446/mo

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    Bonus mezzanine study areaPenthouse views

    MOVE-IN SPECIAL HALF OFF AUGUST RENT FOR LEASE COMMENCING AUGUST 1 OR EARLIER One's Home is One's Castle, and this Portland Castle could be your new Home! Historic Cable House is available for occupancy NOW! Tours offered for July & August 2026 applicants by appointment only. To submit an application, click "Apply Now" on the listing.* We are offering a rolling waitlist for applicants. Penthouse Views a short walk from Downtown. Built in 1886 with fully updated electrical, plumbing, heating, appliances, security system and connectivity, The Cable House is an Italianate Victorian listed on the National Register of Historic Places. See: Alice_Druhot_House on Wikipedia. Unique Portland historic Castle with views of Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Adams and the City. An urban oasis w/ privacy, historical charm and abundant character. The large lot and garden are surrounded by green space, which offers privacy with no immediate neighbors (quite rare for a close-in neighborhood). Climb the stairs, and be rewarded by the view! Reply to this posting or call, and please include your phone, direct email and your time frame for renting. Please describe your household (adults, kids, pets). This non-smoking house is perfect for one or two professionals, a couple, or a family of three or four, and is unfurnished. The main level and upstairs are approx 1625 sq ft, and the unfinished basement of about 600 sq ft has plenty of extra storage space. The third bedroom is cozy. Bonus mezzanine study area. Maximum occupancy is four people, with two adults max. Access to the house from the street is via steep stairs. The vintage, unfinished car port has room for one car. Additional street parking (Zone A Permit) is available two blocks away on SW 18th. A washer / dryer are on-site, but tenants can use their own if preferred. Cats / dogs / other pets to be considered on a case by case basis. Offered at $3495/mo. Neighborhood Description: In quaint Goose Hollow at base of West Hills with walking / biking access to restaurants, coffee shops, Farmer's Market, Downtown, PSU, OHSU, Washington Park, Northwest, the MAX station and bus stops. The location also offers quick access to Hwy 26 and MAX for Westbound "reverse commuters". Highly sought after Ainsworth Elementary / Lincoln High School District, among Portland's most highly ranked schools. *Applications are not considered complete until all information is provided for rental applications, credit checks, background checks, including proof of incomes, valid IDs and valid references are received. Our screening process includes standard qualification criteria, reference checks, and in-person meetings / ID verifications. House is available for rent on a 12 month lease commencing as soon as July 13, 2026 or August 1, 2026 latest. Tenants are responsible for gas, electricity, water, internet and routine (at least monthly) yard maintenance. Landlord pays for garbage, recycling and semi-annual professional landscaping.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioner, Window Unit
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave Oven, Oven, Range Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • High Speed Internet, Storage
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,203 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
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    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
    • Exterior features: Balcony
    Details
    • Parcel number: R128281

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1886

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Garbage, Gas, Internet

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Security System
    • Deposit fee: $3,495
    HOA
    • Amenities included: Cable TV, Gas, Parking, Pond Year Round
    Location
    • Region: Portland

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $320/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $682,980
    • Annual tax amount: $7,950
    • Date on market: 6/29/2026
    • Date available: 07/13/2026
    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/30/2026Listing removed$3,495$2/sqft
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    7/3/2026Price change$3,495-7.9%$2/sqft
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    6/29/2026Listed for rent$3,795+8.7%$2/sqft
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    6/6/2024Listing removed--
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    5/30/2024Listed for rent$3,490+20.6%$2/sqft
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    6/4/2021Listing removed--
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    5/31/2021Listed for rent$2,895+3.6%$1/sqft
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    3/24/2021Listing removed--
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    4/11/2019Listing removed$2,795$1/sqft
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    3/15/2019Listed for rent$2,795$1/sqft
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    7/2/2018Listing removed$2,795$1/sqft
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    6/1/2018Listed for rent$2,795+12.2%$1/sqft
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    7/22/2017Listing removed$2,490$1/sqft
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    7/1/2017Price change$2,490-6%$1/sqft
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    6/14/2017Price change$2,650-3.6%$1/sqft
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    5/26/2017Price change$2,750-6.8%$1/sqft
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    5/20/2017Listed for rent$2,950$1/sqft
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    9/9/2016Sold$625,000+5%$284/sqft
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    9/11/2013Listing removed$595,000$270/sqft
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    8/21/2013Listed for sale$595,000$270/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,950 +3.7%$295,330 +3%
    2024$7,664 +4%$286,730 +3%
    2023$7,370 +2.2%$278,380 +3%
    2022$7,210 +1.7%$270,280 +3%
    2021$7,088 +9%$262,410 +3%
    2020$6,502 +3.8%$254,770 +3%
    2019$6,263 $247,350 +3%
    2018$6,263 +3%$240,150 +3%
    2017$6,079 +14%$233,160 +3%
    2016$5,332 $226,370 +3%
    2015$5,332 +2.7%$219,780 +3%
    2014$5,192 +3.9%$213,380 +3%
    2013$4,995 +10.5%$207,170 +3%
    2012$4,518 +3.9%$201,140 +3%
    2011$4,347 +5.5%$195,290 +3%
    2010$4,120 +2.7%$189,610 +3%
    2009$4,011 +5.9%$184,090 +3%
    2008$3,786 +0.2%$178,730 +3%
    2007$3,778 +11.4%$173,530 +3%
    2006$3,393 +4.7%$168,480 +3%
    2005$3,239 -8.4%$163,580 +3%
    2004$3,535 +2.3%$158,820 +3%
    2003$3,457 +186.1%$154,200 +117.8%
    2002$1,208 +0.1%$70,800 +1.7%
    2000$1,207 $69,610
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    Neighborhood: Goose Hollow

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