This timeless 1904 Foursquare blends original charm with unbeatable location—just minutes from downtown and steps to the vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafes along the Williams/Vancouver corridor and Historic Mississippi Ave. Classic Portland style shines through with high ceilings, large picture windows, hardwood floors, built-ins, clawfoot tubs, and a formal entry with staircase. The quintessential Foursquare layout features a spacious living room, parlor, dining room, kitchen, and full bath, on the main floor.Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms and a second full bath—perfect for guests, work-from-home needs, or creative space. The large unfinished basement includes laundry and offers serious potential. A blank slate backyard is ready for your green thumb and creative vision.With a welcoming front porch, excellent layout, and solid bones, this home is just waiting to shine again with your personal touch. Located blocks from Unthank Park with easy access to I-5 and the MAX Yellow Line—this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of classic Portland in one of its most dynamic neighborhoods. See this one in person today and start imagining the possibilities! [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10239313]
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$570,000
229 N Shaver St, Portland, OR 97227
4beds
2,762sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$569,600 Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$4,666 Estimated rent
Home value
$569,600
$530,000 - $615,000
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Blank slate backyardDining roomLarge unfinished basementLarge picture windowsHigh ceilingsFour generously sized bedroomsHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Claire Paris 503-998-4878,
Paris Group Realty LLC
Bought with:
Matt Guy, 200407065
Living Room Realty
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 255455365
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 4, Utility Room, Entry, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Width: 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,762
- Total interior livable area: 2,762 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Yard
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Features: Level, SqFt 3000 to 4999
Details
- Parcel number: R131032
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Four Square
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $206/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $597,560
- Annual tax amount: $1,695
- Date on market: 6/20/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2025 | Sold | $570,000-0.9%$206/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #255455365 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2025 | Pending sale | $575,000$208/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #255455365 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $575,000+88.5%$208/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #255455365 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2007 | Sold | $305,000+1425%$110/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2001 | Sold | $20,000+67.4%$7/sqft |
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| 3/3/1995 | Sold | $11,950$4/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,759 +3.7% | $65,270 +3% |
| 2024 | $1,695 +4% | $63,370 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,630 +2.2% | $61,530 +3% |
| 2022 | $1,595 +1.7% | $59,740 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,568 +9% | $58,000 +3% |
| 2020 | $1,439 +3.8% | $56,320 +3% |
| 2019 | $1,386 | $54,680 +3% |
| 2018 | $1,386 +3% | $53,090 +3% |
| 2017 | $1,345 +14% | $51,550 +3% |
| 2016 | $1,180 | $50,050 +3% |
| 2015 | $1,180 +2.7% | $48,600 +3% |
| 2014 | $1,149 +3.9% | $47,190 +3% |
| 2013 | $1,106 +10.5% | $45,820 +3% |
| 2012 | $1,000 +3.9% | $44,490 +3% |
| 2011 | $963 +5.4% | $43,200 +3% |
| 2010 | $914 +2.7% | $41,950 +3% |
| 2009 | $890 +6% | $40,730 +3% |
| 2008 | $840 +0.3% | $39,550 +3% |
| 2007 | $837 +11.3% | $38,400 +3% |
| 2006 | $752 +4.7% | $37,290 +3% |
| 2005 | $718 -8.2% | $36,210 +3% |
| 2004 | $783 +2.2% | $35,160 +3% |
| 2003 | $765 +8.9% | $34,140 +3% |
| 2002 | $703 +7.3% | $33,150 +6% |
| 2000 | $655 | $31,260 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Boise
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Boise-Eliot Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Harriet Tubman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Jefferson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Boise-Eliot
- Middle: Harriet Tubman
- High: Grant,Jefferson
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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