Timeless Charm Meets Modern Comfort in North Portland’s Overlook Neighborhood! Welcome to this beautifully preserved 1912 bungalow, where classic Craftsman character blends seamlessly with thoughtful modern updates. Nestled on a quiet street in the coveted Overlook area, this home offers three spacious bedrooms and two full baths-perfect for everyday living and elevated entertaining. Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors, period-style lighting, and a warm designer-inspired color palette. A light-filled, spacious living room creates a welcoming atmosphere, while the formal dining room sets the stage for memorable gatherings. The fully remodeled kitchen features sleek black slate countertops, new cabinetry, a gas range, and a sizable dedicated pantry. Upstairs, a versatile bonus room makes an ideal home office, nursery, or creative studio. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated to complement the home’s historic character. The full unfinished basement with a smooth concrete floor, laundry area, and generous ceiling height—offers endless possibilities for a gym, private studio, or additional living space. Outside, enjoy a private landscaped backyard with mature plantings, a spacious tool shed, and a charming front porch—perfect for relaxing on quiet evenings. Updates include Solar panels, additional insulation, automatic driveway gate, newer HVAC system, restored original double-hung windows, newer dishwasher and refrigerator, all-new interior and exterior paint, all-new window and door trim pain, and new tile in the main-level bathroom. With exceptional walkability to shops, restaurants, parks, bars, and public transit—and just minutes from downtown—this home captures the best of Portland living. [Home Energy Score = 5. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10241907]
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$634,000
5835 N Detroit Ave, Portland, OR 97217
3beds
2,425sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$637,200 Zestimate®
$261/sqft
$3,287 Estimated rent
Home value
$637,200
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Warm designer-inspired color palettePrivate landscaped backyardVersatile bonus roomFully remodeled kitchenFormal dining roomThoughtful modern updatesSizable dedicated pantry
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Listed by:
Zeljko Grahovac #AGENT_PHONE,
eXp Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Michael Perkins, 201246215
Inhabit Real Estate
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 460416101
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom, Ceiling Fan, Skylight, Bathtub With Shower, Closet, Walkin Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Closet
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Closet
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Wainscoting
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Gas Appliances, Hardwood Floors, Pantry, Updated Remodeled, Free Standing Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Solid Surface Countertop
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Hardwood Floors, Wainscoting
- Level: Main
Heating
- Mini Split, Zoned
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer, Gas Appliances, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Soaking Tub, Wainscoting, Closet, Pantry, Updated Remodeled, Bathroom, Bathtub With Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Vinyl Frames, Wood Frames, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,425
- Total interior livable area: 2,425 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: One Level, Accessibility
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Level, Trees, SqFt 5000 to 6999
Details
- Additional structures: ToolShed
- Parcel number: R233707
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Added Wall Insulation, Insulation and Ceiling Insulation
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Approximately,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Other Internet Service
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar, Solar Supplemental
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Sidewalk
Location
- Region: Portland
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | Sold | $634,000+0.8%$261/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Pending sale | $629,000$259/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $629,000$259/sqft |
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| 9/23/2025 | Pending sale | $629,000$259/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Price change | $629,000+33.8%$259/sqft |
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| 4/28/2025 | Listing removed | $2,800$1/sqft |
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| 4/27/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,800-3.4%$1/sqft |
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| 10/23/2024 | Listing removed | $2,900$1/sqft |
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| 10/22/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,900+7.4%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2019 | Listing removed | $2,700$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,700$1/sqft |
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| 3/22/2015 | Listed for sale | $470,000+27%$194/sqft |
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| 11/4/2009 | Sold | $370,000+4.2%$153/sqft |
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| 9/19/2009 | Listed for sale | $355,000+152.2%$146/sqft |
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| 6/29/1998 | Sold | $140,760+8.3%$58/sqft |
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| 6/14/1996 | Sold | $129,950$54/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,864 +3.7% | $180,500 +3% |
| 2024 | $4,689 +4% | $175,250 +3% |
| 2023 | $4,509 +2.2% | $170,150 +3% |
| 2022 | $4,411 +1.7% | $165,200 +3% |
| 2021 | $4,337 +9% | $160,390 +3% |
| 2020 | $3,978 +3.8% | $155,720 +3% |
| 2019 | $3,832 | $151,190 +3% |
| 2018 | $3,832 +3% | $146,790 +3% |
| 2017 | $3,719 +14% | $142,520 +3% |
| 2016 | $3,262 | $138,370 +3% |
| 2015 | $3,262 +2.7% | $134,340 +3% |
| 2014 | $3,177 +3.9% | $130,430 +3% |
| 2013 | $3,056 +10.5% | $126,640 +3% |
| 2012 | $2,765 +3.9% | $122,960 +3% |
| 2011 | $2,661 +5.4% | $119,380 +3% |
| 2010 | $2,525 +31.9% | $115,910 +32.3% |
| 2009 | $1,915 +6% | $87,630 +3% |
| 2008 | $1,807 +0.3% | $85,080 +3% |
| 2007 | $1,801 +11.3% | $82,610 +3% |
| 2006 | $1,618 +4.7% | $80,210 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,545 -8.2% | $77,880 +3% |
| 2004 | $1,683 +2.3% | $75,620 +3% |
| 2003 | $1,646 +8.9% | $73,420 +3% |
| 2002 | $1,512 +7.4% | $71,290 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $1,408 | $67,210 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Overlook
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Beach Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Ockley GreenGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Jefferson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Beach
- Middle: Ockley Green
- High: Jefferson,Roosevelt
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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- Multnomah County
- Portland
- 97217
- Overlook
- 5835 N Detroit Ave
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