JUST LISTED: Classic NE PDX Bungalow In The Heart Of Alberta!

Aryne + Dulcinea Present

CLASSIC NE PDX BUNGALOW IN THE HEART OF THE ALBERTA ARTS DISTRICT!

4702 NE 27th Ave, Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $559,000

   2 BEDROOM |  1 BATH |  1980 Sq Ft
MLS #23226035 | TAXES: $3129

Experience the Alberta Arts District at its best in this charming NE PDX home. This light-filled classic bungalow features an entryway, formal living and dining rooms with fireplace, built-ins, hardwood floors, and windows galore! Teeming with updates, this home boasts two bedrooms, a bonus room for office, creative space, guests, or more, one bathroom, and an updated kitchen with eat-in nook. Other updates include new gutters, fresh interior and exterior paint, new landscaping, new wiring, electrical receptacles and switch plates. The basement has an upgraded foundation and drainage system in place. It’s roomy and ready for storage or your big plans. Step outside the back door to the garden, entertain, or soak up the sun in the fully fenced yard. Finish off your day sipping your favorite beverage on the front porch and say “hi,” to neighbors. Need coffee, yoga, groceries, or a good walk? With an 84 walk score and 100 bike score, get around the city with ease.

OPEN HOUSE:

FRI 4/7  from 4:00-6:00 PM • SAT 4/8  from 1:00-3:00 PM

WHAT’S AROUND?

  • Parks: Wilshire, Alberta, Fernhill
  • Groceries: New Seasons Concordia, Alberta Co-op, Whole Foods
  • Galleries: Alberta Street Gallery, Guardino, Blind Insect, Talon, Ampersand
  • Wellness: Zen Space Wellness Center, Peak Performance, Forge Hot Yoga, ME Fitness
  • Salt & Straw
  • Boxer Ramen
  • Urdaneta
  • Proud Mary Cafe
  • Expatriate
  • Dar Salam
  • Great Notion Brewing
  • Bar Cala
  • Ripe Cooperative
  • Chaba Thai
  • Gladys Bikes
  • Dogwood Wines
  • Wild Child Pizza
  • La Petite Provence
  • La Bonita
  • Pine State Biscuits
  • EcoVibe
  • Zilla Sake
  • Tumbleweed
  • TC O’Leary’s
  • Tin Shed Garden Cafe

HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:

GENERAL FEATURES

  • Two-bedroom, one-bathroom bungalow with bonus spaces, built-ins, and a large open yard
  • New gutters installed – 2023
  • New curtain drain installed – 2023
  • Foundation upgrades: waterproofed foundation walls, skim coat basement walls, concrete poured, and rebar added to fortify foundation – 2023
  • Updated wiring and new electrical receptacles and switch plates – 2023
  • Freshly painted throughout the interior and exterior facade – 2023
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Original solid wood doors in bedrooms and bathroom

KITCHEN

  • Kitchen updates 2023:
    • New sink
    • Freshly painted cabinets
    • Butcher block countertops
    • Subway tile backsplash
    • New refrigerator
    • Eat-in nook with built-in benches:

LIVING + DINING ROOMS

  • Open and bright living room with large west-facing picture window
  • Original divided light windows in the dining area
  • Wood-burning fireplace, surrounded by built-ins, will keep you cozy all winter long

BONUS SPACES

  • The primary bedroom has attached bonus space for your bonus needs.
  • Landing behind the kitchen leads to the basement and offers more bonus space.
  • Freshly painted basement with laundry hook up and plenty of storage

OUTDOOR SPACES

  • Covered front porch
  • A spacious fenced backyard with reseeded lawn, roses and perennial outer beds.
  • Access to alley behind the property is ready for your garden, chicken coop, workshop space or ADU

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About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Airbnb to Just 5 People per Year

In 2010 I did a short-term work assignment in Switzerland with the company I was working for at the time. I lived and worked there for about five months. For someone like myself who loves to travel, it was ideal. I temporarily left Indianapolis, where I lived at the time, packed a few bags, and rented a fully furnished flat in a walkable area of Geneva. I was walkable to downtown, Lake Geneva, and the train station where I took a short train to work.

The furnished apartment was a little like corporate housing. Inside it was fairly basic. They provided all of the essentials, but nothing stood out as exceptional about the place itself. Today, corporate housing looks different, and has expanded to more people. They are better known as midterm rentals, and have platforms like Airbnb, VRBO, and Furnished Finder. Because of that it’s easier for home owners to rent their own properties out for a month or longer. Plus, these places tend to have much more style and character. These property owners are enchanting their guests to come stay at their place for a few months with their Pinterest-quality posts.

More People Working From Home

With the pandemic, came many people working from home for the first time ever. For some that meant all-day zoom meetings, kids and dogs hijacking calls, and not enough in person socialization. Some were eager to get back to the office. While others thrived with the work flexibility and getting more accomplished in their own working environment, wherever that happened to be. As most of us realize now, many have been called back to the office, but just how many haven’t been?

Mckinsey and Company, one of the largest global management consulting firms, published a study in June 2022 based on a survey of 25,000 Americans in the Spring 2022. Respondents worked in all kinds of jobs, in every part of the country and sector of the economy, including traditionally labeled “blue collar” jobs that might be expected to demand on-site labor as well as “white collar” professions, and found that 35% of job holders could work from home fulltime. You can read the full article here.

Flexible Work Life – Work From Anywhere

With that new found knowledge, several people are moving or moving temporarily, and staying in a midterm rental. A friend of mine working for Nike moved to Mexico just for fun when she found out she didn’t have to return to the corporate office in Beaverton. I had clients from Durango, CO, this year who work for Tesla, who were able to move parttime to Portland, close to their daughter and new grandchild because of their new work flexibility. Interestingly, I met these clients because they found my own midterm rental online last summer, and rented it for a couple of months while they were exploring Portland.

The Midterm Rental Benefit to the Homeowner

In 2020 I decided to renovate side by side townhouses, furnish them, and rent them out for month or longer stays. Since that time, it has been rented about 95% of the time it’s been available. There are many advantages to midterm rentals. Less turn over, and fewer guests to coordinate is one of the biggest ones. But, it can also be available for personal or friend/family use, and there are some good tax advantages that you can talk with your accountant about.

That first year, I had just 5 guests ranging from one to five months, and was able to block out time for personal use if I wanted. Providing a place in a great area of NE Portland, the Alberta Arts area, these townhouses have attracted not just people who can work from home or another location; but those moving to Portland who need short term housing while they look for something permanent, locals renovating their current home, even students who are able to study remotely and traveling healthcare professionals.

As an investor, myself, I stay on top of what is happening in real estate. From house flipping to long term rentals, to short and now midterm rentals. In my opinion, this  newer type of investment strategy is in the beginning stages of taking off.

To see more on the side by side townhouses I remodeled, and now rent as midterm rentals, check it out here.

Fabulous Alberta Arts Four-Square

4915 NE 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97211

RMLS #22371731

Price: $699,000

Lovely four-square in the vibrant Alberta Arts neighborhood offers Craftsman styling and charm of old Portland with gracious open concept living.

Gorgeous remodeled kitchen has custom alder cabinetry, stainless appliances, oak hardwood floors and a gas fireplace.

The upstairs bath features luxurious heated tile floors, restored clawfoot tub, dual sinks and marble counter. There’s also a lovely 1/2 bath on the main floor.

ADU potential in the unfinished full basement featuring side door access, laundry, and existing bath. More potential in unfinished 3rd floor attic with stairway access.

Large 2-car garage and long driveway with lots of parking, raised garden beds, fenced backyard, and an awesome front porch.

3 Bedroom | 2.1 Bath

Taxes: $2,406.04

Home Energy Score: 1
Walk Score: 93
Bike Score: 100

 

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Interested in making Portland your home?

Call Cheri Harney, at 503-319-4858.

Bright, serene & classic Alberta bungalow

*OPEN HOUSES: SATURDAY, Sep. 18th, 2-4p and SUNDAY, Sep. 19th, 2-4p*

 

This sun-filled and serene Alberta Arts bungalow is an absolute classic that sits high off the street, and has been lovingly cared for and updated in so many ways. This is arguably one of the best locations in NE Portland, less than 2 blocks to Alberta Street and just north of the Going Street Greenway. This street is also a quiet bikeway, with friendly and community-forward neighbors.

As you approach the front door, you pass through the custom cedar fence and gate, surrounded with mature landscaping, and walk down the striking Montana flagstone pathway. Step through the front doors into two generous front rooms — dining room, and living room with fireplace — and you will immediately notice the original oak and fir floors that have been newly-refinished and sparkle in the bright morning light from the large east facing windows. You’ll pass under graceful arched entryways as you move through the first floor, through the kitchen to the breakfast nook and side door, past the bathroom with the original clawfoot tub, past the two first-floor bedrooms, and out the french doors to the covered deck and private backyard.

Just beyond that is the oversized 480sf detached garage that’s waiting for all of the studio, makerspace, and storage dreams to come true.

The second floor owner’s suite — remodeled in 2017 with wool carpet, skylights and a gorgeous reimagined bathroom — has a walk-in shower, dual-sink marble vanity and heated tile floors. It’s an oasis. Finally, the basement — with its 6’11” ceiling, 12’x19′ unfinished room and exterior entrance — is just waiting for a future build-out.

This house is built sturdy and has been well-cared for throughout the current 15 year ownership. This is a perfect opportunity for someone to take the next steps with their vision and inspiration!

 

Total Cuteness in Stellar Location

Total Cuteness…Stellar Location

4511 NE 32nd Ave | Portland, Ore 97211

Offered at $375,000 | ML #21011564

1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 1,364 SF

Total Cuteness… Gorgeous cottage in a stellar location. Open floorplan; light bamboo floors, tiled bathroom, updated kitchen w/breakfast bar, bonus room/office in finished basement, detached garage w/alley access. Landscaped for parties, gardens & chilling with Sunday morning coffee. Remodeled throughout; windows, plumbing, electrical, etc. Blocks from Alberta, New Seasons, bike routes & parks.

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House plants and home goods galore!

What a night we had partying down at EcoVibe Thursday!!!! Thanks so much to the owners and staff for letting us host a fun night of eating, drinking and shopping. Customers got a great discount on everything from houseplants and pots to cheese boards, serving utensils, jewelry, gardening tools, books and so much more. We love supporting our neighbors on NE Alberta and sharing the love with all of you, our wonderful friends and clients. Be on the lookout for more fun events on Alberta St. later this year!

 

aryne and dulcineaAbout Us:
Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Alberta Arts Centenarian

New NE Alberta Listing!

5243 NE 16th Ave. Portland, OR 97211

Check out the face lift of this lovely Alberta Arts Centenarian! 2016 home remodel features new kitchen, artisan tiled bathrooms, plumbing, electrical, windows, mini-splits and roof. Graceful floor plan boasts open concept living, dining and family rooms on main floor, three bedrooms up and deluxe basement guest suite. Fenced backyard for gardening and entertaining. Attached tandem two-car garage. Just blocks to great schools, parks and some damn fine BBQ!

OPEN SUNDAY September 29, from 1 – 3 p.m.


OFFERED AT $745,000

4 bed | 3.1 bath | 2,806 SF

MLS# 19494160 | 5000 SF Lot | Taxes: $4,396

 


Just Listed: It’s Always Sunny in Alberta Arts!

4809 NE 35TH Place

PORTLAND, OR 97211


Eat, drink, and be merry in this beautifully updated Alberta Arts abode. A short stroll to Kennedy School, New Seasons, and all that the Alberta Arts district has to offer- you’ll love all the nearby restaurants, shopping, and bars. Come home to a stunning open space that provides plenty of room for entertaining. Spectacular solid walnut cabinets handmade by the seller and chic lighting fixtures in the thoughtfully updated kitchen and bathroom. The remodeled basement boasts an entertainment room, 2 full bedrooms, plus extra storage and utility room! Wilshire park is just a hop, skip, and a jump away or spend your weekends in the large backyard. Either way, the sun is always shining in this impressive home..


OFFERED AT $525,000

4 BEDROOM | 2 BATH | 1,818 SQFT
MLS# 19505086 | TAXES: $4,094.91