Charm and character describe this rare seismically upgraded bricker. It's the perfect sized studio in the iconic Empress condominiums, located in the desirable alphabet district. This light and bright studio has been freshly painted & lives large. Walk into the great room that combines the sleeping area and living room with views of Portlands skyline. Two closest including a walk in with rare in unit washer and dryer + separate storage in the building. Continue on into to the dining area with full kitchen & ample storage. Step outside & its just blocks to the Pearl, Slabtown, NW 23rd, Rose garden, Forest Park & more! Tri Met, Max train & PDX streetcar stops are close & convenient. Complete with secure bike storage. Easy street parking with desirable zone K parking permit is only $82.50 per year. Pet friendly & no rental cap makes this condo the perfect pied-à-terre.
Sold
$125,000
20 NW 16th Ave APT 317, Portland, OR 97209
--beds
389sqft
Residential, Condominium
Built in 1927
-- sqft lot
$133,900 Zestimate®
$321/sqft
$1,050 Estimated rent
Home value
$133,900
$118,000 - $150,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Suarez 503-890-6527,
Keller Williams Sunset Corridor,
Whitney Bishop 503-804-0084,
Keller Williams Sunset Corridor
Bought with:
Tony Ngo, 200604339
Epique Realty
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 24614389
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Free Standing Refrigerator
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Wood Floors
- Level: Main
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 389
- Total interior livable area: 389 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Upper Floor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Details
- Parcel number: R592029
- Zoning: CX
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Residential, Condominium
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Built-Up
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Condo Elevator
Location
- Region: Portland
- Subdivision: Empress
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $460 monthly
- Amenities included: Exterior Maintenance, Hot Water, Management, Sewer, Trash, Water
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2024 | Sold | $125,000-7.3%$321/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #24614389 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2024 | Pending sale | $134,900$347/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #24614389 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $134,900-29.9%$347/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #24614389 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2024 | Listed for rent | $900-21.7%$2/sqft |
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| 12/21/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2023 | Price change | $1,150+27.8%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2023 | Price change | $900-21.7%$2/sqft |
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| 11/30/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,150$3/sqft |
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| 5/31/2018 | Sold | $192,400+1.3%$495/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #18309487 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2018 | Pending sale | $189,900$488/sqft |
Source: Meadows Group Inc., Realtors MEAO02 #18309487 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2018 | Price change | $189,900+0.5%$488/sqft |
Source: Meadows Group Inc., Realtors MEAO02 #18309487 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2018 | Listed for sale | $189,000$486/sqft |
Source: Portland West #17631324 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2018 | Pending sale | $189,000$486/sqft |
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| 1/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $189,000$486/sqft |
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| 12/27/2017 | Pending sale | $189,000$486/sqft |
Source: Portland West #17631324 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2017 | Listed for sale | $189,000$486/sqft |
Source: Portland West #17631324 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2017 | Pending sale | $189,000$486/sqft |
Source: Portland West #17631324 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2017 | Listed for sale | $189,000+57.6%$486/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Profes. #17631324 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2013 | Sold | $119,900$308/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #13551130 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2013 | Listed for sale | $119,900-13.7%$308/sqft |
Source: Homes By Clarity #13551130 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2007 | Sold | $139,000$357/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,842 -5.4% | $133,130 +3% |
| 2024 | $3,005 +17.1% | $129,260 +3% |
| 2023 | $2,566 -7.3% | $125,500 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,767 -9.7% | $121,850 +3% |
| 2021 | $3,065 +4.6% | $118,310 +3% |
| 2020 | $2,932 +3.8% | $114,870 +3% |
| 2019 | $2,824 | $111,530 +3% |
| 2018 | $2,824 +3% | $108,290 +3% |
| 2017 | $2,741 +14% | $105,140 +3% |
| 2016 | $2,404 | $102,080 +3% |
| 2015 | $2,404 +2.7% | $99,110 +3% |
| 2014 | $2,341 +6.4% | $96,230 +3% |
| 2013 | $2,201 +17.1% | $93,430 +3% |
| 2012 | $1,880 -1.3% | $90,710 +3% |
| 2011 | $1,905 +2.6% | $88,070 +3% |
| 2010 | $1,858 +2.7% | $85,510 +3% |
| 2009 | $1,809 +5.9% | $83,020 +3% |
| 2008 | $1,708 +0.2% | $80,610 +3% |
| 2007 | $1,704 | $78,270 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Northwest
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Chapman Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10West Sylvan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 8/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chapman
- 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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