Breathtaking views of the Willamette River and Northwest Hills from this beautiful contemporary home! Designed to embrace its picturesque surroundings, this home features vaulted ceilings, expansive walls of windows, and an open-concept floor plan that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. The great room is filled with natural light, while oversized sliding glass doors lead to an expansive deck overlooking the river and hills—the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying unforgettable sunsets.The gorgeous designer kitchen is the star, featuring a large quartz waterfall island with seating, soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and beautiful modern finishes. The open dining and living areas are thoughtfully positioned to capture the incredible views, creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. A cozy fireplace adds warmth and ambiance to the contemporary design.Downstairs, both spacious bedrooms feature sliding glass doors opening directly onto a covered deck, offering peaceful retreats surrounded by natural beauty and .the Portland cityscape.Upgrades include: siding, windows, plumbing, electrical, furnace, air conditioning, on-demand hot water, engineered hardwood floors, and more. Enjoy the beauty of a modern home with the convenience of a prime North Portland location.Just blocks from Adidas, the scenic Willamette Bluffs, and the popular restaurants, shops, and nightlife along Killingsworth, with easy access to highways**An exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully updated home where breathtaking views, contemporary style, and outdoor living come together!** [Home Energy Score = 4. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10195697]
Active
$750,000
5237 N Emerson Dr, Portland, OR 97217
2beds
1,644sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$456/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gorgeous designer kitchenBeautiful modern finishesOversized sliding glass doorsOpen-concept floor planVaulted ceilingsExpansive walls of windowsEngineered hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Michelle Palmquist 971-998-6431,
Redfin
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 675818225
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Sliding Doors, Double Sinks, Ensuite, Walkin Closet
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 2
- Features: Sliding Doors, Double Closet
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Sliding Doors
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Eat Bar, Island, Free Standing Refrigerator, Quartz
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Sliding Doors
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Quartz, Double Closet, Eat Bar, Kitchen Island, Double Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,644
- Total interior livable area: 1,644 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered Deck, Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Mountain(s), River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: Bluff, SqFt 10000 to 14999
Details
- Parcel number: R211479
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Daylight Ranch
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $456/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $787,840
- Annual tax amount: $9,596
- Date on market: 11/4/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000+9.5%$456/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #675818225 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2025 | Sold | $685,000-2.1%$417/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #709432626 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Pending sale | $700,000$426/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #709432626 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $700,000-6.7%$426/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #709432626 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2021 | Sold | $750,000+0.7%$456/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #21020951 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2021 | Pending sale | $745,000+1600.9%$453/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #21020951 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2019 | Sold | $43,800$27/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,596 +3.7% | $356,150 +3% |
| 2024 | $9,251 +4% | $345,780 +3% |
| 2023 | $8,896 +2.2% | $335,710 +3% |
| 2022 | $8,703 +1.7% | $325,940 +3% |
| 2021 | $8,556 +25.5% | $316,440 +18.6% |
| 2020 | $6,816 +3.8% | $266,790 +3% |
| 2019 | $6,565 | $259,020 +3% |
| 2018 | $6,565 +3% | $251,480 +3% |
| 2017 | $6,372 +14% | $244,160 +3% |
| 2016 | $5,589 | $237,050 +3% |
| 2015 | $5,589 +2.7% | $230,150 +3% |
| 2014 | $5,442 +3.9% | $223,450 +3% |
| 2013 | $5,236 +10.5% | $216,950 +3% |
| 2012 | $4,737 +3.9% | $210,640 +3% |
| 2011 | $4,558 +5.4% | $204,510 +3% |
| 2010 | $4,325 +2.7% | $198,560 +3% |
| 2009 | $4,212 +6% | $192,780 +3% |
| 2008 | $3,974 +0.3% | $187,170 +3% |
| 2007 | $3,963 +11.4% | $181,720 +3% |
| 2006 | $3,558 +4.7% | $176,430 +3% |
| 2005 | $3,399 -8.2% | $171,300 +3% |
| 2004 | $3,702 +3.2% | $166,320 +3% |
| 2003 | $3,586 +7.9% | $161,480 +3% |
| 2002 | $3,325 +7.4% | $156,780 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $3,096 | $147,790 |
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Neighborhood: Overlook
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Beach
- Middle: Ockley Green
- High: 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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