Imagine living in a canopy of trees where each day begins with a sense of calm and space that's hard to find and impossible to forget. Private, and tucked into the hillside, this home is nestled in a pocket renowned for its vibrant community, surrounded by hidden paths and breathtaking city, river, and mountain views. Built in 1925, this home has kept its soul intact. With 2,535 square feet +475 square feet of unfinished attic space, gracious room sizes, and a circular flow, this home creates an inviting atmosphere—perfect for entertaining. Multiple decks on nearly every corner make the outdoors a seamless extension of your daily life. Formal Living Room: Casement windows, original wood floors, stately wood/gas fireplace, and original millwork throughout! Dedicated formal dining room with wainscot walls, plate rails, and French doors opening to an oversized deck with a nature scape view. Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, tile flooring, gas stove, prep island, eat bar, and lots of natural light, and even room for a bistro table! A large pantry with flanking shelving provides easy access to the outdoors too. Bedrooms: Three, including a spacious primary ensuite with an extended two-door closet, claw foot vintage tub, and private deck for sunrise, sunset, or sunbathing. Original double-hung windows and fir floors add timeless charm. Bathrooms: Two full and two half baths, featuring fun vintage tile with at least one bath on every level. Basement: Full footprint of the main level, tall ceilings, cork floors, large windows, half bath, long lower deck, and backyard/patio access. Spacious utility room has washer, dryer, utility sink, and lots of storage. Attic: 475 SF of unfinished space, perfect for an artist studio, yoga retreat, or your secret escape. Located above the City in the West Hills, Portland Heights offers a quiet, suburban feel in what many say is Portland’s best neighborhood. Very desired public schools, including the newly renovated Lincoln High. [Home Energy Score = 2. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10247077]
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$772,000
2656 SW Gerald Ave, Portland, OR 97201
3beds
3,010sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$256/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Prep islandLong lower deckClaw foot vintage tubDedicated formal dining roomFun vintage tileCanopy of treesExtended two-door closet
- 49 days |
- 1,555 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kim Davis 503-705-6055,
Brad Davis Properties, Inc.,
Jenny Combs 971-207-3411,
Brad Davis Properties, Inc.
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 270964832
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, French Doors, Hardwood Floors, Bathtub With Shower, Double Closet, Ensuite
- Level: Upper
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 19 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Walkin Closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Hardwood Floors
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Deck, French Doors, Hardwood Floors, Wainscoting
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Family room
- Features: Bathroom, Deck, Exterior Entry, Cork Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 416
- Dimensions: 32 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom, Dishwasher, Disposal, Eat Bar, Exterior Entry, Pantry, Builtin Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 204
- Width: 12
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air 90, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Appliances, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer, Built In Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Granite, High Speed Internet, Wainscoting, Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Bathroom, Eat Bar, Pantry, Balcony, Bathtub With Shower, Double Closet, Kitchen Island, Tile
- Flooring: Cork, Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,010
- Total interior livable area: 3,010 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Natural Lighting, Accessibility
Features
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Covered Deck, Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Exterior Entry, Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped, Trees, Wooded, SqFt 7000 to 9999
Details
- Parcel number: R291487
- 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: 1925
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: DSL
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Portland Heights-West Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $256/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $878,570
- Annual tax amount: $15,332
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $772,000+79.5%$256/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #270964832 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2008 | Sold | $430,000-28.9%$143/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2006 | Sold | $605,000+62.6%$201/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2005 | Sold | $372,000$124/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,333 +5% | $573,690 +3% |
| 2024 | $14,605 +8.7% | $556,990 +3% |
| 2023 | $13,435 -3% | $540,770 +3% |
| 2022 | $13,846 +8.3% | $525,020 +3% |
| 2021 | $12,782 +12.5% | $509,730 +3% |
| 2020 | $11,362 +5.5% | $494,890 +3% |
| 2019 | $10,767 | $480,480 +3% |
| 2018 | $10,767 -3.1% | $466,490 +3% |
| 2017 | $11,116 +21.4% | $452,910 +3% |
| 2016 | $9,159 | $439,720 +3% |
| 2015 | $9,159 +1.4% | $426,920 +3% |
| 2014 | $9,034 +5.9% | $414,490 +3% |
| 2013 | $8,528 +23.2% | $402,420 +3% |
| 2012 | $6,923 -0.9% | $390,700 +3% |
| 2011 | $6,985 -3.3% | $379,330 +3% |
| 2010 | $7,220 -7.3% | $368,290 +3% |
| 2009 | $7,790 +5.9% | $357,570 +3% |
| 2008 | $7,354 +0.2% | $347,160 +3% |
| 2007 | $7,338 +19.5% | $337,050 +10.5% |
| 2006 | $6,143 +11.8% | $305,040 +3% |
| 2005 | $5,493 -11% | $296,160 +6.8% |
| 2004 | $6,174 +7.2% | $277,380 +3% |
| 2003 | $5,758 +5.5% | $269,310 +3% |
| 2002 | $5,458 +8.4% | $261,470 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $5,034 +4.9% | $246,470 +3% |
| 1999 | $4,801 | $239,290 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Southwest Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ainsworth Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10West Sylvan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 8/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ainsworth
- Middle: West Sylvan
- High: Lincoln
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- Oregon
- Multnomah County
- Portland
- 97201
- Southwest Hills
- 2656 SW Gerald Ave
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