Welcome to this charming mid-century ranch nestled in the heart of North Portland’s vibrant Portsmouth neighborhood. Built in 1952, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,430 square feet of functional living space on a generous 5,000 sq ft lot. New roof installed August of 2024! Step inside to find a bright, inviting living area anchored by a cozy brick fireplace—perfect for relaxing evenings or casual entertaining. The galley-style kitchen provides a great canvas for your personal touch, while the three spacious bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. With forced-air heating, durable metal siding, and an attached one-car garage, this home combines comfort with practicality. Located just minutes from St. Johns and Kenton, you’ll enjoy easy access to local parks, shops, cafes, and weekend farmers markets. Nearby schools include Cesar Chavez K-8 and Roosevelt High. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor, this solidly built home is full of potential—move in now or update to make it your own! [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10239640]
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$400,000
9832 N Van Houten Ave, Portland, OR 97203
3beds
1,494sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$400,100 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$2,797 Estimated rent
Home value
$400,100
$376,000 - $424,000
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Cozy brick fireplaceForced-air heatingAttached one-car garageSpacious bedroomsGalley-style kitchen
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Listed by:
April Turner 503-701-6741,
RE/MAX Advantage Group
Bought with:
Desiree Moore, 201229883
Windermere Realty Trust
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 198835983
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
- Width: 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,494
- Total interior livable area: 1,494 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, RV Boat Storage, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered Patio, Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, SqFt 5000 to 6999
Details
- Additional structures: RVBoatStorage
- Parcel number: R137542
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Satellite Internet Service
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $268/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $429,280
- Annual tax amount: $3,460
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 120 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Sold | $400,000-3.6%$268/sqft |
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| 11/16/2025 | Pending sale | $414,900$278/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #198835983 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2025 | Price change | $414,900-3.5%$278/sqft |
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| 8/6/2025 | Price change | $429,900-4.5%$288/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $450,000$301/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,589 +3.7% | $133,200 +3% |
| 2024 | $3,460 +4% | $129,330 +3% |
| 2023 | $3,327 +2.2% | $125,570 +3% |
| 2022 | $3,256 +1.7% | $121,920 +3% |
| 2021 | $3,200 +9% | $118,370 +3% |
| 2020 | $2,936 +3.8% | $114,930 +3% |
| 2019 | $2,828 | $111,590 +3% |
| 2018 | $2,828 +3% | $108,340 +3% |
| 2017 | $2,745 +14% | $105,190 +3% |
| 2016 | $2,408 | $102,130 +3% |
| 2015 | $2,408 +2.7% | $99,160 +3% |
| 2014 | $2,345 +3.9% | $96,280 +3% |
| 2013 | $2,256 +10.5% | $93,480 +3% |
| 2012 | $2,041 +3.9% | $90,760 +3% |
| 2011 | $1,964 +5.4% | $88,120 +3% |
| 2010 | $1,864 +2.7% | $85,560 +3% |
| 2009 | $1,815 +6% | $83,070 +3% |
| 2008 | $1,713 +0.3% | $80,660 +3% |
| 2007 | $1,708 +11.4% | $78,320 +3% |
| 2006 | $1,534 +4.7% | $76,040 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,465 -8.2% | $73,830 +3% |
| 2004 | $1,595 +2.2% | $71,680 +3% |
| 2003 | $1,560 +8.9% | $69,600 +3% |
| 2002 | $1,433 +7.4% | $67,580 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $1,335 | $63,710 |
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Neighborhood: Portsmouth
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Cesar Chavez K-8 SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cesar Chavez
- Middle: Cesar Chavez
- High: 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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