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    8538 N Peninsular Ave, Portland, OR 97217

    3beds
    1,720sqft
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    3,920 Square Feet Lot
    $549,000 Zestimate®
    $313/sqft
    $2,719 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $549,000

    $522,000 - $576,000

    $2,719/mo

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    What's special

    Unique kenton homeClean linesCovered patioUpdated bathroomsCultural downtown kentonUpdated mini splitsPlenty of room
    Unique Kenton home with generous one level living and modern conveniences! This home features a functional, open floor plan and large common spaces. Tall ceilings and clean lines, updated bathrooms and kitchen. The primary suite offers a cozy retreat feel, tucked on the back wing of the house, with a huge walk-in closet and attached full bath. This is a great house, with stylish wall colors and a lot of options for arranging the layout for many lifestyle needs. Heating and cooling are updated mini splits for efficient zonal heating and cooling. The laundry/mudroom off the kitchen opens to a covered patio. The fully fenced yard is low maintenance, and has plenty of room to garden and make it your own for the future. Enjoy historical, cultural downtown Kenton, including Posies bakery, An An, restaurants, library, and museum/galleries. N Lombard offers plenty of conveniences nearby as well. St. John's and N Killingsworth, along with Charles Jordan Community Center are just a short drive away. Convenient access to bus lines (4 and 35), MAX and I-5. Beautiful Kenton Park a short walk. You'll love this home and all it has to offer. [Home Energy Score = 7. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10224900]

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Carson Mead 503-853-5446,

    Living Room Realty

    Bought with:

    Scott Edelman, 201234319

    Works Real Estate

    Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 24343624MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Entry, Laundry, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom, Ensuite, Walkin Closet
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 165
    • Dimensions: 15 x 11
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 132
    • Dimensions: 12 x 11
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 132
    • Dimensions: 12 x 11
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 192
    • Width: 16
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 168
    • Dimensions: 14 x 12
    Heating
    • Ductless, Heat Pump, Mini Split
    Cooling
    • Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer/Dryer, Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • High Ceilings, Wainscoting, Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Tile
    • Flooring: Laminate
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,720
    • Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Off Street, Carport
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Has carport: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Accessible Full Bath, Ground Level, Main Floor Bedroom Bath, Minimal Steps, One Level, Utility Room On Main, Accessibility
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Yard
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 3,920 Square Feet
    • Features: Corner Lot, Level, On Busline, SqFt 3000 to 4999
    Details
    • Parcel number: R242072
    • Zoning: R5

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Cement Siding, Lap Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Composition,Shingle
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Kenton
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Portland

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $313/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $533,410
    • Annual tax amount: $5,347
    • Date on market: 2/7/2024
    • Cumulative days on market: 5 days
    • Listing terms: Call Listing Agent,Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/14/2024Sold$537,500+2.4%$313/sqft
    Source: RMLS (OR) #24343624 Report a problem
    2/13/2024Pending sale$524,900$305/sqft
    Source: RMLS (OR) #24343624 Report a problem
    2/7/2024Listed for sale$524,900+52.3%$305/sqft
    Source: RMLS (OR) #24343624 Report a problem
    9/16/2016Sold$344,700-1.5%$200/sqft
    Source: RMLS (OR) #16148404 Report a problem
    8/29/2016Pending sale$350,000$203/sqft
    Source: Real Estate Performance Group #16148404 Report a problem
    8/22/2016Price change$350,000-5.2%$203/sqft
    Source: Real Estate Performance Group #16148404 Report a problem
    8/19/2016Price change$369,269-1.5%$215/sqft
    Source: Real Estate Performance Group #16148404 Report a problem
    8/13/2016Price change$374,8880%$218/sqft
    Source: Real Estate Performance Group #16148404 Report a problem
    8/6/2016Listed for sale$375,000+66.7%$218/sqft
    Source: Real Estate Performance Group #16148404 Report a problem
    6/2/2016Sold$225,000-10%$131/sqft
    Source: RMLS (OR) #16390534 Report a problem
    4/19/2016Listed for sale$249,9500%$145/sqft
    Source: John L Scott Real Estate #16390534 Report a problem
    2/28/2016Listing removed$250,000$145/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Sunset Corridor #16517983 Report a problem
    2/12/2016Pending sale$250,000$145/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Sunset Corridor #16517983 Report a problem
    2/6/2016Listed for sale$250,000+163.2%$145/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Sunsetcorridor #16517983 Report a problem
    8/7/2009Sold$95,000-29.6%$55/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/26/2009Listing removed$134,900$78/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Bain #8064421 Report a problem
    4/11/2009Price change$134,900-10%$78/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Bain #8064421 Report a problem
    4/7/2009Listed for sale$149,900$87/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Bain #8064421 Report a problem
    3/4/2009Listing removed$149,900$87/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker** #8064421 Report a problem
    2/24/2009Price change$149,900-3.2%$87/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker** #8064421 Report a problem
    1/28/2009Price change$154,900-3.1%$90/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker** #8064421 Report a problem
    1/9/2009Price change$159,900-3%$93/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker** #8064421 Report a problem
    12/13/2008Price change$164,900-5.2%$96/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker** #8064421 Report a problem
    11/23/2008Price change$173,900-2.8%$101/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker** #8064421 Report a problem
    11/6/2008Price change$178,900-3.2%$104/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker** #8064421 Report a problem
    10/29/2008Listed for sale$184,900-11.9%$108/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker** #8064421 Report a problem
    8/22/2008Listing removed$209,900-10.7%$122/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker** #8064421 Report a problem
    8/11/2005Sold$235,000+147.4%$137/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/9/2004Sold$95,000+18.8%$55/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/1/1998Sold$80,000$47/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,769 +3.7%$214,090 +3%
    2024$5,561 +4%$207,860 +3%
    2023$5,348 +2.2%$201,810 +3%
    2022$5,232 +1.7%$195,940 +3%
    2021$5,144 +9%$190,240 +3%
    2020$4,719 +3.8%$184,700 +3%
    2019$4,545 $179,330 +3%
    2018$4,545 +3%$174,110 +3%
    2017$4,412 +46.1%$169,040 +32%
    2016$3,020 $128,090 +3%
    2015$3,020 +2.7%$124,360 +3%
    2014$2,941 +3.9%$120,740 +3%
    2013$2,829 +10.5%$117,230 +3%
    2012$2,559 +3.9%$113,820 +3%
    2011$2,463 +5.4%$110,510 +3%
    2010$2,337 +2.7%$107,300 +3%
    2009$2,276 +6%$104,180 +3%
    2008$2,148 +0.3%$101,150 +3%
    2007$2,142 +11.4%$98,210 +3%
    2006$1,923 +49.5%$95,350 +47.1%
    2005$1,286 -8.2%$64,810 +3%
    2004$1,401 +2.3%$62,930 +3%
    2003$1,370 +8.9%$61,100 +3%
    2002$1,258 +7.3%$59,330 +6.1%
    2000$1,172 $55,940
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Kenton

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Peninsula
    • 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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