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Living Large in Cully!

Posted on October 25, 2023October 25, 2023 by Alyssa Starelli

Let me introduce you to this incredibly RARE one-level ranch, which sits on a very private flag lot in the heart of urban Cully. It lives large because it is large! Boasting an oversized attached 3 bay multi-vehicle garage, perfect for collectors of any sort; a 31×26 bonus space which is perfect for a small home-business, shop, art studio, music room, ballroom (the original use) or future ADU (utilities are on adjoining wall if a future bathroom or kitchenette was needed). The house itself lives large starting off with a great room w/bay window and indirect lighting which offers a formal dining area and sitting room. The spacious kitchen w/counter dining, kitchen island, tons of cabinet space and sliders to patio also boasts a flex space which could be an additional living room or informal dining area, actually, both!!. There are four bedrooms including a large primary suite with walk-in closet, bathroom, sliders to patio and a murphy-bed/desk combo. There is a large family bath and pass-through laundry/mud room which connects the home to bonus space, but allows privacy to the main home if used as a social space.

Updates include: 2023 water line, 2023 water heater, 2018 furnace, newer roof.

One-level living, low maintenance home, (age-in-place?) with minimum steps and many accessibility features. Future care facility? Scenic bamboo grove is professionally installed and fully contained, and the whole property is low maintenance and very private. There is paved parking space for cars or RVs. There are so many possibilities with this one, come check it out!

$699,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 2782 sqft
5739 NE SUMNER ST Portland, OR 97218
Year Built:1994
Acres:0.28
MLS#:23488431

Hood River or Bust…or Cully

Posted on April 29, 2020April 29, 2020 by Bobby Curtis

Kyle and Angelique set out to find a unique home, one where they could get out of the city, and also set up their business. Hood River was calling their names. As designers, they had helped design a couple commercial building spaces in the city, so they had a chance to explore it pretty well. They also have a sailboat, so quick jaunts to the river sounded pretty appealing. Not to mention the idea of having a little more yard than what you typically find in Portland.

After a long search they found a great little house in Hood River that didn’t meet all of their needs, but enough. They went for it, and it didn’t work out. Someone else had gotten to it first. So, they kept looking.

That’s when they came across a unique property in Cully. It was on almost 1/2 an acre and it had an 1800 SF shop, which inadvertently was larger than the house. They started imagining what they could do with all of that space. Setting up their design business from there, and having plenty of other space to do what they wanted. Wanting a big yard and garden, they found they had plenty of room for it. And it was already full of well cared for pear and plum trees, grape vines, asparagus, and marionberries.

What struck me about this place for them was that they found something they didn’t fully know they were looking for, and in Cully, where they hadn’t really been looking. Their lives have been in Portland for many years, and they thought they were ready to venture out. They could have done that very easily. But instead they found a place to grow into, right in the city they already loved. They’re also still having a great time figuring out what to do with all of that shop space.

Private Panoramas in Arnold Creek

Posted on October 25, 2019 by Living Room Realty

12132 SW 29th Ave.

Portland OR 97219

Rare opportunity to own this stunning mid-century modern home on .88 acres. Completely remodeled down to the studs with attention to detail everywhere you look. Features include new roof, new A/C, sound insulation in the walls and between the floors, high-end windows, lighting, and fixtures. Freshly landscaped with a professionally installed irrigation system. The property consists of two lots for the price of one and is located on a quiet dead-end street. Enjoy the exceptionally private and fully fenced backyard with raised garden boxes protected by an invisible fence. Spectacular 180-degree views of Mt. Hood and St. Helens. Just minutes to Mountain Park recreation center, Oswego Town Square and so much more!

OFFERED AT $950,000

4 BEDROOM | 2 BATH | 2,744 SQFT

MLS #19484364 *| TAXES: $8,161.73***

A Canvas for Creativity

Posted on April 10, 2019October 23, 2019 by Aryne + Dulcinea

House hunting with designer clients is just about as fun as it gets. These two architects with strong artistic vision and building expertise knew right where they wanted to be, they just needed to find the canvas for their creativity. Fortunately for these buyers the sweetest little cottage was just waiting for them in a pocket where so many great north and northeast Portland neighborhoods converge. Wood floors, cozy corners, bright windows, a big backyard and a designer’s shop are primed for their new ideas. We’re so excited to see how they make their dreams come true!

About 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.

Immaculate Comfort In Creston

Posted on March 14, 2019March 14, 2019 by Andy Meeks

4303 SE 45th Avenue

This beauty embodies the Scandanavian concept of hygge by giving comfort and joy with its clean, bright and versatile living spaces. Exposed beams, hardwood floors and Jøtul woodstove give this immaculately-maintained 1923 bungalow a graceful elegance that warmly embraces you when you walk through the front door. This is the perfect home base for all of your adventures with tons of storage, generous work and shop spaces, and easy access close to everything.

The house lives large with over 2100sf of functional living space on three levels. Additionally, there is a 550+sf two-level, heated studio/shop in the backyard (accessible from both the side street and driveway). Fully-upgraded in 2009, this is an amazing space for immediate use as a studio, home office/business, or guest house above, and a shop/garage/storage below. Solid future potential as an ADU oasis.

The main level features great flow through three open, yet distinct, spaces – formal dining room, living room and a woodstove sitting room, as well as a large kitchen and a tidy, pristine bathroom. The kitchen leads to the lower level through a wide stairway to another living space, as well as two bedrooms, all with garden views, and an updated full bath/laundry room featuring a heated tile floor. The upper level has a bedroom + bonus room – office, yoga room, hobby space – with lots of closet nooks for storage. There are so many storage spaces peppered throughout the house.

KEY DETAILS

#19448092
Offered at $529,900
3 bed/2 bath
2166 sf of living space on three levels
550+ sf heated, two-level studio/shop in backyard
Jøtul woodstove
Detached garage
Great condition – impeccably cared for
Desirable corner lot with lots of bright light
Quiet neighborhood with great access close to everything

It’s ideally-located in a quiet neighborhood on a corner lot with ample space on all four sides. Sunlight is abundant and flows easily into all three levels through newer, efficient, double-paned windows. Mature, low-maintenance, professional landscaping in the front provides year-round beauty and appeal, and the wide (shared) driveway leads to a rebuilt, detached garage and large parking space. You can access the kitchen directly from the back door with groceries, or straight to the basement with muddy clothes from your latest PNW adventure.

The backyard is fully-fenced for furry friends and privacy, with a deck perfect for chilling in the sun and entertaining guests by the grill. All of the systems have been meticulously cared for, with fresh paint throughout much of the main and lower levels.

The neighborhood is perched on a rise with views of downtown a block away, and it’s just a short walk or ride to shops, parks and the 17 and 75 bus lines. The house is a .3 mile walk to Creston Elementary and 1.2 miles to Franklin High School. In addition, Creston and Woodstock Parks are both within .5 mile and it’s just a few blocks to Trader Joe’s, the 42nd Avenue bikeway, and new local fav Coffee Beer.

This home sweet home is waiting for you – don’t miss it!