Quintessential Hawthorne Home

 Victorian Farmhouse with Light Filled Artist Studio

4228 SE Madison St.,  | Portland, OR 97215

Offered at $525,000 | MLS #24203650

3 Bedrooms + Bonus + Studio | 1 Bath |  1,591 sq. ft.

 

The Portland dream is alive and well in this artsy Victorian just off of Hawthorne, with an incredible detached studio! This home’s excellent layout lives large, and features a spacious living room, a separate bedroom wing, an oversized bonus room that could be used as a third bedroom or additional living space, and an inviting eat-in kitchen with newer cabinets and abundant workspace. Charm meets modern living here with high ceilings, large sunny windows, bamboo flooring, and a newer furnace and a/c.

Enjoy quiet evenings on the covered back porch overlooking the mature garden and magnificent detached studio: it has electricity and walls of windows and is the perfect place to create art, work from home, practice yoga, or tinker. Live your best urban life with a walk score of 97: some of Portland’s premiere shops and eateries are just outside your doorstep! HES=4

Walk Through Tour

Vegan eating, shopping, and living in Southeast Portland!

Where to get your (plant-based) munch on, broken down by quadrant: Part #2

We’re so excited to continue the Rose City tour with highlights from the Southeast – which is home to some of our top picks in all of Portland!
Known popularly for its cool & trendy vibe, you could certainly wander through the neighborhoods and discover any number of hip gastropubs and vegan delights. But if you want to live and eat like a local, read on for our personal recommendations and a couple of hidden gems!
We would be remiss if we did not give a special shoutout to Belmont Street. A lot may have changed since our Beloved Belmont post in 2019, but only for the better as it has become a veritable oasis of plant based culinary treasures!

Lilla

The only place to go when you are craving ethical Italian!
Where are they? 960 SE Madison Street
What do they offer?  The first fully vegan Italian restaurant since Portobello closed in 2016, Lilla is the creation of Indian-American chef Sanjay Chandrasekaran. Popularly known for his restaurant The Sudra (see Part 1 of the tour!), Chef Chandrasekaran prepares mouth-watering vegan temptations.
What do they value? Lilla is located in the spot where vegan Middle Eastern restaurant Tiny Aviv once sat. When Tiny Aviv closed, Chandrasekaran decided to continue the lease with a new concept, and Lilla was born! You can find the best Italian-style comfort foods, all while enjoying the fact that they are plant based and cruelty-free!

Mirisata

Vegan Sri Lankan dishes of EPIC proportion!
Where are they? 2420 SE Belmont Street
What do they offer? Fully plant-based menu (plus brunch!) in casual atmosphere with counter service.
What do they value? Mirisata is proud to be worker-owned. They do not have a traditional “head chef” but instead collaborate on every dish to make original creations! Loosely translated from Sinhala, the name means “spicy curry” – and while not everything on their menu is spicy, you can be sure each item will be packed with flavor!
Our favs? First of all, prepare yourself for HUGE portion sizes! Our lunch there lasted all week, and Kendall took some to her non-vegan parents – they loved it! You have to try the Dolphin-style Kottu and Polos Cutlets.

Obon Shokudo

Meatless takes on Japanese comfort food
Where are they? 720 SE Grand Ave
What do they offer? Feel-good Japanese homestyle favorites that hit the spot!
What do they value? Obon owners Humiko Hozumi and Jason Duffany started their vegan concept by selling in farmers markets, then to the Morrison Market food hall, and finally to their brick and mortar location! Homestyle food is very important to them, with lots of house-made fermented foods and broths inspired by Hozumi’s family recipes.
Our favs? Hands-down, the Kakiage and the Kenchinjiru! They even have FREE dog sushi!

Cultured Kindness

Vegan Cheese Shop
Where are they? 1217 SE Stark Street
What do they offer? Small-batch, ethically-sourced vegan cashew cheeses.
What do they value? From their website: Cultured Kindness conducts business as a socially responsible member of its community. Their mission is to spread ethical veganism by removing the obstacles that prevent people from choosing a vegan lifestyle. They believe that veganism is better for the planet, for individual health, and most certainly for the animals who suffer in the dairy industry.
Our favs? Cultured Kindness recently catered a Broker’s Open for us. We love the Mushroom Melt, as well as their cheese and cracker boards!

Norah

Succulent seasonal Thai and pan-Asian fare!
Where are they? 3801 SE Belmont Street
What do they offer? 100% plant based pan-Asian food and inspired cocktails, with a menu that rotates seasonally. Nan and Prae are from southern Thailand, and draw inspiration from the region. (Norah’s sister restaurant is vegan-friendly Mestizo!)
What do they value? Norah is woman-owned. “The name Norah refers to a traditional dance reserved for celebrations and community gatherings in Southern Thailand where Nan and Prae grew up. The dance is a symbol of community vitality. We hope to bring that same energy of togetherness to the food we serve.”
Our fav? The Cauliflower Curry is INCREDIBLE! (roasted cauliflower, house curry & pickles, jasmine rice)

Plus – Bakeries and Grocery Stores!

Shoofly Vegan Bakery & Cafe

Local, fresh-baked vegan treats and wholesale items
What do they offer? An amazing concept, combining café and wholesale bakery – you can stop in to have goodies made fresh daily, OR buy their treats wholesale to sell in your own establishment! Click here to see all of the locations that proudly sell Shoofly products!
What do they value? It’s really important to Shoofly to use as many locally sourced ingredients as possible. You can be assured that their treats are made IN Portland, and with love!

Cutiee Buys|Coffee Beer

Part convenience mart, part grocery store, everything delicious…and cute!

Where are they? 4138 & 4142 SE 42nd Ave
What do they offer? As the name might suggest, Cutiee Buys is a super cute convenience and grocery story…that’s ALL vegan! Next door at the iconic Coffee Beer, you’ll find…you guessed it…a selection of coffee and beer and plenty of tables indoors and outdoors to chat or simply relax.
What do they value? They value cuteness and kindness, and want everyone to feel welcome!

Even More Vegan Favorites!

Eat, drink, and be ethically merry!
**At 8 years old, I had a revelation that animals meant too much to me to eat….then one day, I lost my vegetarian way. Years later, as I learned more about the planet and her inhabitants, I realized that, just as I avoid fossil fuels, I needed to wean myself off of animal products. While not everyone is ready to go vegan, in a city with such amazing options, perhaps it’s time for Meatless Mondays, or hey, how about Meatless March! – Bonnie

NEW PRICE! NET ZERO TREKHAUS

NET ZERO TREKHAUS

4331 SE Taylor Street, Portland, OR 97215

NEW PRICE $699,000

   3 BEDROOM |  2 BATH |  1,611 Sq Ft
MLS #22374509 | TAXES: $6,742

Light-filled spaces and clean lines welcome you to this net-zero energy Portland home. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms and a second story elevated open concept floor plan with magnificent views. Step out onto your balcony for outside entertaining or relaxing. Grow flowers or food in your large sunny pollinator garden out front or create your quiet hideaway in the backyard. Earth Advantage Platinum and Passive House Certified with a 10/10 energy score, this property is packed with climate-friendly amenities. With a 94 walk score and a 100 bike score, get to shops, cafes, dining, fitness, parks, schools and more! The city is at your doorstep!

WHAT’S AROUND?

  • New Seasons Market Hawthorne
  • Never Coffee
  • Movie Madness Video
  • Viking Soul Food Cart
  • Slappy Cakes
  • Horse Brass Pub
  • RoseWood Vintage + Collectables
  • Walgreens
  • Fred Meyer
  • Apizza Scholls
  • The Whole Bowl
  • ¿Por Qué No?
  • Stumptown Coffee Roasters
  • Laurelhurst Park
  • Portland Nursery
  • Jaciva’s Bakery + Chocolatier
  • Mt Tabor Park
  • Taborspace
  • Stumptown Coffee
  • H Mart

HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:

INNOVATIVE FEATURES

  • Uber efficient, thoughtfully designed net-zero TrekHaus home of the future!
  • Built by PDX Living, LLC in 2012
  • Earth Advantage Platinum and Passive House Certified
  • Designed as site net-zero energy with a 4.7 kW solar panel array
  • Thermal insulation throughout the house exceeds recommended insulation levels for the Pacific Northwest climate
    • R-38 floors
    • R-49 exterior walls
    • R-83 roof
  • Zehnder ComfoAir 350 heat-recovery ventilator (HRV) with additional charcoal filter provides consistent indoor fresh air
  • Triple-glazed Thermotech fiberglass-framed windows throughout
  • Windows
    • Large south-facing windows provide passive solar heat in winter and are shaded by roof overhang during hot summer months.
    • Shades on south and west facing windows provide additional adjustment of passive heat.
  • Soy-based phase-change material (BioPCM) installed behind drywall and second floor ceiling adds thermal mass and stabilizes the indoor temperature day and night – https://vimeo.com/29694245
  • Low-VOC building materials used throughout
  • Heat pump for energy efficient heating and cooling
  • New ultra efficient heat pump hot water heater in 2020
  • 30 year industrial-strength membrane roof

ENTRY LEVEL

  • Bright formal entry with built-in storage and open staircase to second level
  • Two quiet bedrooms plus laundry, storage and one large bath
  • Polished concrete floors

UPPER LEVEL

  • Open floor plan with large windows unites kitchen, living and dining spaces
  • One bedroom and one full bath
  • Hardwood staircase and cork flooring on upper level

KITCHEN

  • Open kitchen flooded with natural light and great views
  • Plenty of room for gatherings and entertaining
  • New Bosch dishwasher in 2022
  • New LG refrigerator in 2022
  • Natural wood cabinets and open metal shelving

LIVING + DINING AREAS

  • Open and bright living room with large windows & lovely built-ins
  • Front balcony spans the width of the house and offers a birds-eye view of the garden and street

OUTDOOR SPACES

  • Abundant front yard pollinator garden with mature fruit trees and automatic Rain Bird drip irrigation system
  • Rainwater collection with a 1,500 gallon cistern for garden watering
  • Storage closet off upper level balcony
  • Long driveway
  • Storage room with exterior and interior entrances

TREKHAUS


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.

Just Listed! The Whole Package in Upper Hawthorne

4539 SE Main Street

Portland, Oregon, 97215

An exceptional craftsman bungalow with everything you are searching for: beauty inside and out, abundant details, stellar design, intelligent floorplan and storage space. From the distinctive roofline with ornamental rafter tails, to the marvelous porch, you’ll be drawn into the splendid entry hall with open staircase. Enter the picturesque living room with coved ceilings above the glass-cabinet-flanked tiled fireplace and meander through the lustrous pocket doors into the captivating dining room with a knock-out built-in and box beams. The rare 10’ tall main level, with circular flow, also features a bedroom, full bath, updated kitchen, eating bar, coffee pantry and family room, with beautiful glass doors to the deck and fenced backyard oasis. Sought-after three bedrooms up, with colossal closets and a dreamy bathroom with a walk-in dual shower, double sinks and a clawfoot tub! Unbridled potential awaits in the high-ceiling basement. Landscaped gardens with berries, apples, figs and persimmons, plus veggie beds!

OFFERED AT $849,000

4 BEDROOM | 2 BATH | 3,188 SQFT

MLS# 22304041 | TAXES: $8,649.02

Just Listed! Meet Me on Madison!

1411 SE 30th #3

Portland, Oregon, 97214



OFFERED AT $359,900

1 BEDROOM | 1 BATH | 901 SQFT

MLS# 22560763 | TAXES: $5,227

Just Listed! Vintage Charm in the Heart of Hawthorne!

2941 SE Hawthorne Boulevard

Portland, Oregon, 97214



OFFERED AT $360,000

2 BEDROOM | 1 BATH | 876 SQFT

MLS# 22457372

Just Listed! Easy Breezy Urban Living!

3960 SE Woodward Street

Portland, Oregon, 97202


This impeccably maintained townhome sitting on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Inner Southeast Portland is both elegant and versatile. The beautifully landscaped front yard welcomes you with stellar curb appeal. Once inside, you’ll find an abundance of natural light, tall ceilings and hardwood floors. The formal dining room flows into the modern kitchen and a sunny living room with a deck for your morning coffee overlooks the lovely garden chock-full of fruit trees, berries, herbs and flowers that keep going all summer long! The many garden beds are ready for annual veggies and flowers! Head upstairs to find a spacious primary suite featuring plush wool carpet and double closets, a laundry room and a second bedroom. The downstairs bedroom with an additional bathroom can also be a fabulous TV den, workout room or guest suite! Ample garage and storage throughout, owned solar panels, air conditioning  and more! Walk or bike to all the shops, restaurants and grocery stores on Division St and Hawthorne Blvd., or zip downtown in less than 15 minutes by car! Urban living at its finest.


OFFERED AT $715,000

3 BEDROOM | 2 full/2 half BATH | 2,138 SQFT

MLS# 22529703 | TAXES: $7,793

Just Listed! 1811 SE 44th Ave

1811 SE 44th

Portland, OR, 97215


Rich in architectural detailing, this vintage craftsman home is a stunner! Featuring a stately front porch, iconic woodwork and builtins, leaded glass windows, wainscoting and formal parlor with fireplace. Covered back deck overlooks lush private backyard. Spacious primary bedroom and half bath with plumbing in place for bath/shower. Room to build equity! Basement is framed/wired/plumbed for a 4th bed, fam room and 3rd bath. Heart of Hawthorne, near shops, grocery, food and coffee!

OFFERED AT $769,000

4 BEDROOM | 1.1 BATH | 2980 SQFT

MLS# 22275821 | TAXES: $7,529.15

Just Listed: Magic on Madison!

JUST LISTED

4513 SE Madison Street, Portland, OR 97215

Offered at $675,000

4 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 2,100 SF | MLS# 22113057 | Taxes: $8,714

OPEN HOUSES:

Thursday 2/24,  4 PM – 6 PM

Sunday 2/27,  11 AM – 1 PM

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You will be smitten with this delightful 4 bedroom, 2 and a half bath modern home just north of Hawthorne Blvd! The modern and convenient features will make for easy living, and with a bike score of 100 and a walk score of 94 you’ll be central to some of the best of what Portland has to offer!

The front porch has room for hanging out and people-watching on summer evenings. Inside to the right you’ll find a sizable entry area with large windows, built-in bench & cubbies, and gleaming hardwood floors throughout the first floor. To the left is an office/den/media room with so many options.  

As you proceed into the heart of the home, there is a spacious and open dining room, perfect for dinner parties! Moving through this open concept plan, you find yourself passing a perfectly placed bathroom as you move into the living room and kitchen. You will easily be able to see yourself relaxing in the living room, flooded with natural light and a cozy gas fireplace!

Efficiency meets elegance in the masterful kitchen! Take in the stainless steel appliances, gas range, and glistening tile backsplash, as well as the ample amount of quartz countertops that doubles as a breakfast bar. Don’t miss the huge walk-in pantry with tons of extra storage, more counter space and electrical outlets!

Head up the open staircase and you’ll find a balcony with more room for lounging and enjoying the outdoors. The primary bedroom is spacious, with large windows allowing for a lovely light-filled space, and be sure to check out the walk-in closet! The ensuite bathroom has a roomy and luxe walk-in shower with tile & glass doors and granite counter vanity. The other two upstairs bedrooms have great natural light coming in and good-sized closets!

The layout of the home is truly ideal, complete with lovely outdoor spaces, lots of storage, and a tuck-under garage. The location is enviable – you are just a quick walk from Hawthorne restaurants and shops, head the other direction and you have trendy SE Belmont bars and hot spots!

 

This home is a real treasure – don’t miss it!

Hawthorne Victorian Charmer

Hawthorne Victorian Charmer

2124 SE Salmon St | Portland, OR 97214

Offered at $625,000 | ML #22147227

3 Bedrooms | 1.1 Baths | 1,906 SF

Victorian charmer in the heart of Hawthorne. High ceilings, vintage woodwork, lighting and hardware. Bright, flowing main floor features glorious windows, formal dining room, large kitchen & dining nook. Back deck opens to cute, South facing garden spaces. Updates to windows, systems, foundation,  insulation. Rare three bedrooms upstairs. Ample storage and laundry/shop space in basement. Blocks to Farmer’s Market, cafes, Hawthorne shops & dining, parks & bike routes.

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Just Listed | Light and Bright Hawthorne Victorian

LIGHT AND BRIGHT HAWTHORNE VICTORIAN

$549,000

Lovely Victorian in the heart of Hawthorne gets a gold medal for flow and natural light. Open floor plan with a generous sized living room and a wood burning fireplace. The built in bench makes the kitchen the perfect central hub. Putting the flex in flexible spaces, this home has an exterior entrance to the primary bed and bath for an opportunity to Airbnb, separate it off as a home office or whatever your heart desires. Tuck under garage and driveway for off street parking and bike storage. New carpet, new lighting and fresh paint throughout. Coveted Sunnyside Environmental School and close in SE location! Fully fenced yard for your pup.

 

Open House | Saturday Feb 19th from 12 – 2 | Sunday Feb 20th from 11-1

 

2 bed | 2 bath | 1720 sq. ft.
MLS# 22011413 | Taxes: $4629.88

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hawthorne Modern

Hawthorne Modern

1388 SE 33rd Ave | Portland, OR 97214

Offered at $950,000 | ML #22490755

3 Bedrooms | 2 full + 2 half Baths | 2,848 SF

Stunning Modern in the heart of Southeast. Bright, open main floor; high ceilings, fireplace, wood flooring, open kitchen w/quartz, tile, generous breakfast bar, private deck & den/office. Vaulted master suite, 2 additional beds & laundry up. Daylight lower level features family room/guest suite, add’l storage & walk-out patio into private corner-lot garden w/established flora & hardscaping. Central location; blocks from Hawthorne, Belmont, Division amenities & Sunnyside Environmental School and park.

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Vintage Hawthorne Restoration

Vintage Hawthorne Gorgeous Restoration

1223 SE 15th Ave | Portland, OR 97214

Offered at $799,900 | ML # 21178203

4 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 2,806 SF

Beautiful Hawthorne Foursquare, renovated from the studs out. Spacious master en suite w/walk-in closet & day-spa bathroom. Chef’s kitchen; seated island, quartz counters, tricked out cabs. Salvage Fir waterfall breakfast bar, fireplace mantel. Vintage woodwork, period lighting, Oak flooring throughout, laundry upstairs, 4 beds & 3 baths above grade. Ample growth room in the high & dry basement. Outdoor dining space, fully covered front porch. All systems updated, vintage charm in tact.

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Just Sold – Hawthorne Haven

Sold for $895,000 after just days on the market with multiple offers!

1411 SE 36th Avenue, Portland, OR 97214

This light-filled, private, comfortable home was designed by Architect Jeff Stern of IN SITU. Built to the highest of standards with passive house practices earning it a Home Energy Score of 10! Custom triple-pane windows & doors, garage, gallery entry, full-length glass opening to a courtyard, 2 primary bedroom suites, library/office, adorable 500 sq ft guest studio with kitchen, loft, & more. Nestled in the heart of the Hawthorne/Sunnyside neighborhood close to parks and all urban conveniences.

RICHMOND DREAMBOAT!

Richmond Dreamboat!

2812 SE 34th Avenue, Portland, OR 97202

Offered at $629,900

  4 BEDROOM | 4 BATH |  2,240 SQ FT
MLS #21395864 | TAXES: $5,553

Step into this dreamy Richmond home complete with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood floors, fireplace, and a room with garden view dining! Swoon as you go from room to room! Cook in your large kitchen, or grill out back on the deck. Plenty of bonus rooms for home office or creative space, tuck-under garage, and spacious basement. With a walk score of 96 and a bike score of 93, walk to cafes, shops, parks, and get around the city with ease!

OPEN THIS WEEKEND
SAT, 9/18 FROM 1PM – 3PM
SUN, 9/19 FROM 1PM – 3PM

PLEASE SEE LISTING FOR COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES.

WHAT’S AROUND – WANT TO GO FOR A WALK? A NIGHT OUT ON THE TOWN SOUND FUN? NEED TO GRAB SOME GROCERIES?

  • Olympia Provisions Public House
  • Ava Gene’s
  • Adorn
  • Salt & Straw
  • Clinton Market
  • Sewallcrest Park
  • Lauretta Jean’s
  • Flying Cat Coffee
  • PDX Sliders
  • Cicoria Pizzeria
  • Pinolo Gelato
  • For Paws
  • Cibo
  • Division Wines
  • Atlas Pizza
  • Secret Forest Books

HOUSE HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:

Conveniently located SE PDX Bungalow!

GENERAL FEATURES
– New electrical panel in 2014
– New roof in 2014
– Updated double hung Marvin windows
– Charming and open front porch
– Beautiful hard wood floors

PRIMARY SUITE 
– Bedroom, full bath and office/sitting area on second floor
– Skylights fill the room with natural light

KITCHEN
– Oversized kitchen with plenty of room for party planning and entertaining
– Marmoleum flooring

LIVING ROOM
– Open and bright living room with large windows & lovely built-ins
– Freshly painted & repaired wood burning fireplace will keep you cozy all winter long

DINING ROOM
– Incredible bonus space/4th bedroom overlooking the deck and backyard
– Surrounded by windows with a door to the deck
– Access from kitchen and bedroom

FLOORING
– Beautiful hardwood floors on main floor

BASEMENT FEATURES
– Full basement with laundry & plenty of storage

OUTDOOR SPACES
– New large back deck with central staircase leading to open yard
– Perfect for entertaining, gardening and playing
– Charming and open front porch

 

 



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.

JUST LISTED: Tabor Dutch Colonial

Tabor Dutch Colonial

$749,900

1032 SE 55th Ave.

Portland, OR 97215

Vintage 1900 dutch colonial updated with smart home features! Graceful spaces and original features preserved. Smart updates include zoned HVAC electric heat pump for heating and cooling, ready for car charger, seismic retrofit, induction range, tons of insulation added, new garage door. Gorgeous oversized yard with composite deck, new garden beds and plenty of fruit trees. Three bedrooms upstairs with two large balconies, city and Tabor views. Tons of potential for more cosmetic updates! Energy Score of 8!

4 bed | 2 bath | 3,319 sqft
MLS#21604841 | Taxes: $9,733| Year Built: 1900

Hawthorne Craftsman

Hawthorne Craftsman

1821 SE 47th Ave | Portland, Ore 97215

Offered at $699,900 | ML #21617857

4 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 3,372 SF | 5,700 SF Lot

Gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2 bath Hawthorne Craftsman. Generous living spaces; high ceilings, formal dining, kitchen nook, main floor bedroom suite/office. Restored vintage details; built-ins, fireplace, extensive woodwork & wood flooring. Established gardens, beds in fenced yard w/patio & covered porch. Driveway, parking & garage/shop on oversized lot. Systems & energy updates include: insulation, windows, furnace, plumbing, electrical, sewer + water line. Blocks to cafes, dining, bike routes & parks.

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Renovated Sunnyside Craftsman

Renovated Sunnyside Craftsman

2212 SE Main St | Portland, Ore 97214

Offered at $675,000 | ML #20545733

3 Bedrooms | 2 1/2 Bathrooms | 2,376 sf | Oversized Garage

Renovated Sunnyside Craftsman. Open foursquare layout with formal entry, chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, breakfast bar & french doors to deck, gardens, hot tub. Three bedrooms up with retreat-like bathroom; tilework, skylight, sauna! Vintage details everywhere; millwork & flooring, hardware, high ceilings, covered front porch. Basement family room with bar, bathroom, storage & laundry. Updated systems, oversized shop/garage. 

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House Happy in Portland

People ask, “How long will it take to find a house?” The answer, like most matters in buying a home is, well, “it depends…”
The majority of home buyers start the process with a maximum budget and a minimum wish list. The reality sets in and the budget tends to inch, or sometimes bolt, up and the wish list tends to morph, bending towards the realities of the marketplace and the current supply available to meet their demand. For some folks this is a swift process as urgency propels them on a speedy learning curve enabling them to recognize and love a property enough to make a commitment to get hitched to the house. Some are lucky and they see “the one” on day one, or soon after.  Others have more of a journey ahead of them before finding their match.

House twitterpated

There are a few people out there that go a whole different direction on this. There is one house that has stolen their hearts and despite not even being in the market to buy, they spring into action and move mountains to make it happen. These stories are rare and often just represent pipe dreams, but now and then the stars align and they land the coveted domicile!

One true love

Many years ago I got a message from a fellow telling me he had been referred by multiple friends who’d worked with me to buy their homes. There was a home in the Kenton neighborhood in North Portland he had his eye on that he wanted to see. I scheduled the appointment and met him at the property with a handful of similar home listings in hand. I figured we would discuss them and see which ones he might want to check out. “Nope,” he said, “it either works out with this one, or I’m not buying a house right now.” Wow – bold! Well, he bought that home and lived there happily for years.

Following the dream

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recently I had another of these experiences. I returned a message from a man who told me that his son was not in town, but was interested in a gem of a house in a semi-industrial area near Ladd’s Addition in SE Portland. I asked him whether the setting would be OK with his son, Aaron, given the commercial properties nearby and the not-too-far-away power substation in the vicinity. To my surprise, Aaron was extremely familiar with not just the area, but with the house! He had been admiring it for years, maybe even coveting it. He wasn’t looking for a new home; he had just always wanted this particular home. He was smitten with the style, yard and all of the painstaking updating he had watched evolve over several years of walks in the neighborhood.

Happy endings do come true

Aaron’s dad viewed the house on his son’s behalf and gave it his stamp of approval. I mean it is a great house – what is not to love! He fought it out in a crowded field of buyers in the heat of the summer market and scored. He had the winning bid. After closing Aaron finally got to go in and see his new home. Luckily he loved it just as much as he’d imagined. A real real estate fairy tale.

Light Bright Hawthorne Condo

Light-filled modern condo in the heart of Hawthorne! rated 91/97 as a walker and biker paradise! Established and well maintained building surrounded by native plantings feels private, but sits just steps to all you need. Corner location with wood floors, private entry, updated and open kitchen, in-unit laundry, and 2 spacious bedrooms with big closets! The large basement storage room has lots of light and could double as studio or? Move in ready and perfect for car-free living!

Trendy Tudor in Rockin’ Richmond

Imagine living or working in the heart of it all: cafes, restaurants, bars, shops, parks, books, music, yoga… you name it, it’s right here in Richmond, and this fabulous 1938 Tudor is situated right in heart of the mix!

Beautifully updated with a modernist-aesthetic in mind, this home is light, bright, and surprisingly quiet.  It boasts a huge, private, fenced back yard (with room for ADU) and a dwell-style minimalist front yard with artful turn-around drive and garage — easy road access for yourself or for clients (if you decide to use the home as a small business: zoned CM2).

On the main floor are: the bright and open living room with fireplace; a traditional dining room with built-ins and dual aspect windows; a well-ordered kitchen plumbed for gas; two bedrooms (one with egress to back-yard), the family bath (equally well-ordered and uniquely designed); and pop-down stair access to a 419 sqft attic which might be build-able and is definitely great for dry storage.

In the 874 sqft basement, there is an open plan family/bonus area (currently used and ideal for: homeschooling), a large and bright 12.8×12.10 bedroom with light-filled egress window,  a second bath with box-shower, and the laundry facility/utilities.  It is an ideal space for a growing household, or to be built out into a  super deluxe master suite!

Updates include:

  • Water-proofed basement with sump pump and french drains
  • noise-reduction double pane vinyl windows
  • AC, Gas Furnace.
  • Gas is plumbed to kitchen
  • Radon Abatement System
  • Newer paint interior and exterior
  • Hardwoods throughout

This home has excellent schools, including Abernethy, Hosford and Cleveland.  The Walkscore is 94 and is just 1.5 miles to Mt. Tabor Park, or 0.9 miles to Laurelhurst Park, and a mere .7 miles to the Belmont Library!

DETAILS: 3 beds, 2 baths, 1765 Sq Ft. .16 acres

ADDRESS: 2335 SE Cesar E. Chavez Blvd
Portland, OR 97214

PRICE:509,900

MLS#: 20305718

Listed by:
Alyssa Starelli, Broker (Licensed in Oregon)
503-888-1362
alyssa@livingroomre.com

Walkthrough Virtual Tour: https://www.zillow.com/view-3d-home/39424f05-1bbd-4213-89e0-b53e94633f9d/

Slideshow: https://www.22pagespdx.com/2335secesar/slideshow

Home book: https://issuu.com/famis/docs/2335_se_cesar_e_chavez_blvd_-_hb/36

 

 

JUST LISTED: Tasteful Tabor Bungalow

Tasteful Tabor Bungalow

$625,000

2314 SE 55th Ave.

Portland, OR 97215

Lovely and updated Mt Tabor home! Perched perfectly high off the street and on large lot, this solid house is in one of Portland’s nicest neighborhoods. Fully remodeled master upstairs with bonus room, walk-in closet, high quality finishes offers a private retreat. Find great updates such as A/C, seismic strapping, and all new double-pane windows. The gorgeous, fully fenced yard delivers privacy, a huge deck, and well-maintained hot tub. Beautiful and quiet tree-lined street, yet close to Division and Hawthorne hot spots!

3 bed | 2 bath | 2,330 sqft
MLS#20600076 | Taxes: $6,632| Year Built: 1924

 

Just listed – Charming Richmond Townhome

2409 SE 51st Ave #2

Portland, Oregon, 97206


Beautiful post-war townhome located in one of Portland’s hippest neighborhoods. Some of the best restaurants, shopping, music venues, coffee shops and parks in town are within blocks. The home features beautiful hardwood floors, updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and cherry cabinets. Upstairs you’ll find a large master bedroom and second room or office plus tiled bathroom. Also comes with a large storage unit with washer/dryer and a deeded, secured parking space. 

OFFERED AT $325,000

2 BEDROOM | 1 BATH | 948 SQFT

MLS #20137290  | TAXES: $3,874

JUST LISTED: Artist’s Paradise

Artist’s Paradise

$459,900

4825 SE Caruthers St.

Portland, OR 97215

Adorable bungalow in the midst of Portland’s best amenities! Amazing eats, Tidbit food carts, brand-new Green Zebra grocery, original Stumptown coffee all within a couple of blocks. Great flow with large kitchen with nook and connected living/dining spaces. The back door leads to huge deck and patio, private and perfect for gatherings. Off-street parking with oversized garage could make a great shop, art studio, or convert to additional living space. Newer roof, windows, paint and siding. This home is great as-is, you could update kitchen or add dormer upstairs to add a ton of value!

3 bed | 1 bath | 1,659 sqft
MLS#20480882  | Taxes: $3803 | Year Built: 1922

OPEN HOUSES:

SATURDAY 11AM-3PM

SUNDAY 2PM-6PM

  

Vintage Crawl in Portland this Saturday!

Portland Vintage Crawl

 

VINTAGE LOVERSSSSSS (Oprah voice)!

We are so excited to host the second vintage crawl THIS Saturday (11/16) (how is it already mid-November?!)!

We’ll start at Hollywood Vintage at 11am.

Address is 2757 Northeast Pacific Street in Portland.  Parking can be a little tricky, so we encourage you to carpool or Lyft/Uber/bike/walk when possible.  Check-in will be by the bus outside – it’s a gold school bus, you won’t be able to miss it!

You’ll be able to put any valuables you don’t want to lug around on the bus as well as grab a welcome beverage to get your shopping day started.

After Hollywood Vintage we’ll be having lunch at The Zipper across the street.  There are a few lunch options in the building (all delicious): Basilisk, Wares, Slice Pizza, and Tight Tacos.  Links included if you want to check out menus prior to Saturday.

We’ll then jump aboard the bus and head to Vintage Pink, followed by Hawthorne Vintage.  The tour will drop off back at Hollywood Vintage around 3pm.

There will also be a few surprise giveaways along the way courtesy of our lovely co-hosts: Summer, Kel and Laura.  Also, if you’re looking for something in particular, make sure to give these three a heads up.  They’re vintage experts and amazing treasure hunters who can help along the way!

We are close to capacity, so if you know of any other friends that might be interested, please feel free to send them the event link.

And for any questions at all, reach out to Sophia at 503.936.7499!

Want to collaborate on something else design/creative related? Reach out!

Sunshine in Your Pocket!

1911 SE 43rd Ave.

Portland, OR 97215

Perfectly placed between hoppin’ Hawthorne and divine Division on a sweet street in one of the city’s most sought after neighborhoods. Gobs of goodies inside and out! Unpainted woodwork, hardwood floors, beautiful built-ins, clawfoot tub and more! Packed with period features including shapely railings, rafter tails, ornamental trim and a mint-julep-worthy, gracious front porch. Lovingly cared for with lots of fresh paint, new roof, kitchen floor, fridge and dishwasher. A bank of windows overlooks the delightful, fenced backyard with patio and garden planters. Detached garage with long driveway for plenty of prized off-street parking.

OFFERED AT $682,500

4 BEDROOM | 2 BATH | 2,781 SQFT

MLS #19236259 | SCHOOLS: GLENCOE, MT. TABOR, FRANKLIN

Just Listed: Middle Hawthorne Foursquare

1608 SE 32ND AVE

PORTLAND, OR 97214


A truly remarkable home in the popular Hawthorne/Division neighborhood. Step inside and discover stunning hardwood flooring throughout with period wood archways, wood moldings in the main living area, and Rejuvenation light fixtures. A high-end remodel of the upstairs bath where every detail was carefully considered including extensive tile work, period clawfoot tub, radiant heated floors, and custom cabinetry. Other recently completed updates include a newer roof, refinished basement with new plumbing and egress window, and masonry work around the chimney. Outside you’ll find a large backyard with lush greenery and room for a garden. The rebuilt garage and wood burning pizza oven are perfect for entertaining. Close to everything this amazing neighborhood has to offer, Sewallcrest Park, trendy restaurants and shopping are just moments away.

OFFERED AT $699,900

3 BEDROOM | 2.1 BATH | 2,180 SQFT
MLS# 19369000 | TAXES: $5,871.39

Open House: Happy Hawthorne Habitat

The perfect easy fixer in a prime east side location! Real entry way with closet, large public rooms with wood burning fireplace, classic bungalow porch and good sized kitchen just waiting for your chic updates! Rejuvenation light fixtures throughout, one-year-old sewer, and quality home energy improvements performed in 2013. Rare, high Home Energy score of 7 for an older home. Two pear trees grace the lot. Walkscore of 92, Bikescore is 99.

Offered at: $425,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,920 sf | taxes: $4,107 | 1624 SE 44th Ave., Portland, OR 97215 MLS#19485659

Open House: Saturday and Sunday, April 6 and 7, from 2 – 4 p.m.