Designed in 1968 by architect James "Jim" Miller of the renowned Zaik-Miller partnership as a residence for his own family, this Northwest Modern home is a masterclass in site-responsive design. Built on a unique lot, it was profiled in Northwest Magazine in 1969 for its elegant resolution of terrain. The split-level layout embraces elevation changes while maintaining a clean, sculptural flow, with natural materials and subtle shifts in volume that exemplify Pacific Northwest modernism.Inside, the floor plan follows the contours of the site—thoughtful, layered, and full of light. The main level flows from the living room through the dining area and kitchen to a family room that opens to the outdoors. A generous deck extends into the trees, framing a peaceful forested view, while downstairs, five bedrooms including a corner primary suite with its own bath, walk-in closet, and private deck, are arranged along a central hallway. A loft studio tucked above the kitchen adds a playful architectural moment.The home’s original front door, a design of mid-century artist Evelyn Ackerman, connects Northwest modernism to the broader West Coast design legacy. Throughout, the material palette is warm and intentional: laminated hemlock ceilings, rough-sawn cedar walls, fir windows, and 100% vertical grain old-growth cedar shakes.James Miller’s work, spanning both private residences and landmark preservation projects, was grounded in a deep connection to place, proportion, and material honesty. This home stands as a quietly powerful expression of that ethos, where architecture and landscape remain in dialogue with forested trails at your feet, cherished parks nearby, and top-tier schools and city life just beyond. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10204238]
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$1,120,000
2748 SW Talbot Rd, Portland, OR 97201
5beds
3,163sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$1,117,200 Zestimate®
$354/sqft
$6,015 Estimated rent
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$1,117,200
$1.04M - $1.21M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Deb Kemp studio@vetiverstreet.com,
Vetiver Street Real Estate
Bought with:
Michelle Newman, 201225524
Windermere Realty Trust
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 654444696
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Loft, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom, Builtin Features, Deck, Hardwood Floors, Bathtub, Double Sinks, Shower, Walkin Closet, Wood Floors
- Level: Lower
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom, Hardwood Floors, Double Sinks, Shower, Walkin Closet, Wood Floors
- Level: Lower
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bookcases, Builtin Features, Hardwood Floors, Closet, Wood Floors
- Level: Lower
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Builtin Features, Hardwood Floors, Closet, Wood Floors
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 5
- Features: Builtin Features, Hardwood Floors, Closet, Wood Floors
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Family room
- Features: Bookcases, Builtin Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Width: 12
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Heating
- Forced Air, Wood Stove, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built In Oven, Built-In Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Appliances, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- High Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Closet, Bathroom, Double Vanity, Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Bathtub, Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood, Wall to Wall Carpet
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Stove, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,163
- Total interior livable area: 3,163 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street, Attached, Extra Deep Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Gas Hookup, Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal, Territorial, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping, Trees, Wooded, Sprinkler, SqFt 7000 to 9999
Details
- Additional structures: GasHookup, Workshop
- Parcel number: R173512
- Zoning: R10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern,NW Contemporary
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas Hookup, Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Entry
- Subdivision: Southwest Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $354/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $968,900
- Annual tax amount: $16,794
- Date on market: 5/7/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 115 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2025 | Sold | $1,120,000-2.5%$354/sqft |
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| 8/30/2025 | Pending sale | $1,149,000$363/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Price change | $1,149,000-4.2%$363/sqft |
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| 7/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000$379/sqft |
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| 6/19/2025 | Pending sale | $1,199,000$379/sqft |
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| 6/12/2025 | Price change | $1,199,000-4.1%$379/sqft |
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| 5/30/2025 | Price change | $1,250,000-2.3%$395/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,280,000+16.4%$405/sqft |
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| 9/21/2022 | Sold | $1,100,000+17.6%$348/sqft |
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| 8/8/2022 | Pending sale | $935,000$296/sqft |
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| 8/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $935,000$296/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,215 +2.5% | $651,280 +3% |
| 2024 | $16,794 +3.6% | $632,320 +3% |
| 2023 | $16,214 +2% | $613,910 +3% |
| 2022 | $15,900 +4.8% | $596,030 +3% |
| 2021 | $15,167 +10.4% | $578,670 +3% |
| 2020 | $13,741 +8.1% | $561,820 +3% |
| 2019 | $12,708 | $545,460 +3% |
| 2018 | $12,708 -2.4% | $529,580 +3% |
| 2017 | $13,024 +18.7% | $514,160 +3% |
| 2016 | $10,972 | $499,190 +3% |
| 2015 | $10,972 +6.3% | $484,660 +3% |
| 2014 | $10,324 +20.1% | $470,550 +3% |
| 2013 | $8,598 +3.8% | $456,850 +3% |
| 2012 | $8,281 +6.7% | $443,550 +3% |
| 2011 | $7,761 -7% | $430,640 +3% |
| 2010 | $8,344 -5.7% | $418,100 +3% |
| 2009 | $8,844 +5.9% | $405,930 +3% |
| 2008 | $8,349 +0.2% | $394,110 +3% |
| 2007 | $8,331 +11.4% | $382,640 +3% |
| 2006 | $7,481 +4.8% | $371,500 +3% |
| 2005 | $7,142 -2.7% | $360,680 +3% |
| 2004 | $7,342 +1.4% | $350,180 +3% |
| 2003 | $7,242 +3.5% | $339,990 +3% |
| 2002 | $7,000 +10.4% | $330,090 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $6,341 | $311,150 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Southwest Hills
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ainsworth Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10West Sylvan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ainsworth
- 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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