Come be charmed by this stylish two-bedroom, one-bath home that punches well above its weight. This well-cared-for 1940s bungalow has been lovingly maintained and updated in just the right places while maintaining its original warmth and character. The home features two nicely-sized bedrooms, each with its own closet and two windows. With its beautiful fireplace, original wood trim, coved ceilings, and vintage tiled kitchen, the home maintains its charm alongside the significant modern updates, including dimmable recessed lighting throughout, a new refrigerator, a newer furnace, a radon mitigation system, and updated fixtures. Built-in cabinets, large garage, attic, and outside shed provide additional storage with room to grow. There is an additional heated flex space in the basement that can be used as an office or studio space. The entire house inside and out has been prepped and painted within the past three years. As you turn down the street, you'll immediately notice the thick canopy of trees towering over the well-maintained homes. The lush front yard provides a shaded park-like feel that protects the house from the summer heat, while the sunny backyard boasts a mature pear tree, tasty blueberries and raspberries in the summer, and a raised garden bed for produce. Fragrant lavender, sage, and hyssop surround the home. Wooden fencing and a huge laurel bush offer plenty of privacy. The home is situated on the border of the Cully and Roseway neighborhood in a tiny couple-block enclave the neighbors still lovingly refer to as Montbrae (it's long forgotten original name). It's a quick shot to major thoroughfares like Sandy Boulevard, 82nd Ave, I-205, and I-84. It's also a short easy distance to Alberta, Beaumont, and Hollywood districts. [Home Energy Score = 5. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10087889]
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$485,000
4555 NE 81st Ave, Portland, OR 97218
2beds
1,176sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$489,200 Zestimate®
$412/sqft
$2,840 Estimated rent
Home value
$489,200
$455,000 - $523,000
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Beautiful fireplaceSunny backyardMature pear treeUpdated fixturesWell-maintained homesTasty blueberries and raspberriesNew refrigerator
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa Avena 503-444-9338,
Neighbors Realty,
Rio Palomares 971-393-0467,
Neighbors Realty
Bought with:
Chylese Austin, 200404085
Lark and Fir Realty LLC
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 213079501
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Disposal
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Width: 9
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, Closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air 95 Plus, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Wainscoting, Closet, Ceiling Fan(s), Tile
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Wood Frames
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,176
- Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Raised Beds, Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Sprinkler, SqFt 7000 to 9999
Details
- Additional structures: ToolShed
- Parcel number: R220262
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Ranch
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cully
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $412/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $436,190
- Annual tax amount: $4,417
- Date on market: 9/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | Sold | $485,000$412/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #213079501 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2025 | Pending sale | $485,000$412/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $485,000+2.1%$412/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #213079501 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2025 | Listing removed | $2,875$2/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,875+64.3%$2/sqft |
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| 6/14/2022 | Sold | $475,000+11.8%$404/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #22352726 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2022 | Pending sale | $424,900$361/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #22352726 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2022 | Listed for sale | $424,900+399.9%$361/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #22352726 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/4/2021 | Price change | $1,750+2.9%$1/sqft |
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| 8/3/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,700$1/sqft |
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| 8/23/1995 | Sold | $85,000$72/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,582 +3.7% | $170,040 +3% |
| 2024 | $4,417 +4% | $165,090 +3% |
| 2023 | $4,248 +2.2% | $160,290 +3% |
| 2022 | $4,156 +1.7% | $155,630 +3% |
| 2021 | $4,085 +9% | $151,100 +3% |
| 2020 | $3,748 +3.8% | $146,700 +3% |
| 2019 | $3,610 | $142,430 +3% |
| 2018 | $3,610 +3% | $138,290 +3% |
| 2017 | $3,504 +14% | $134,270 +3% |
| 2016 | $3,074 | $130,360 +3% |
| 2015 | $3,074 +2.7% | $126,570 +3% |
| 2014 | $2,993 +8.2% | $122,890 +3% |
| 2013 | $2,765 +9.9% | $119,320 +3% |
| 2012 | $2,515 +0.3% | $115,850 +3% |
| 2011 | $2,507 +5.4% | $112,480 +3% |
| 2010 | $2,379 +2.7% | $109,210 +3% |
| 2009 | $2,316 +6% | $106,030 +3% |
| 2008 | $2,186 +0.3% | $102,950 +3% |
| 2007 | $2,180 +11.4% | $99,960 +3% |
| 2006 | $1,957 +4.7% | $97,050 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,870 -8.2% | $94,230 +3% |
| 2004 | $2,036 +2.3% | $91,490 +3% |
| 2003 | $1,991 +8.9% | $88,830 +3% |
| 2002 | $1,829 +9.3% | $86,250 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $1,673 +5.6% | $81,310 +3% |
| 1999 | $1,584 | $78,950 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cully
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Scott Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Roseway Heights SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Leodis V. McDaniel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Scott
- Middle: Roseway Heights
- High: Leodis Mcdaniel
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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