A rare opportunity to own one of Portland's classic American Foursquares, where original craftsmanship and stewardship have been honored for more than a century. Built in 1905, this 5-bedroom, 4-bath residence offers 4,040 square feet of architectural character & an exceptional collection of original details. The sunny south-facing home features soaring 10-foot ceilings, three original wood-burning fireplaces, Italian fireplace tile, a gracious front entry, butler's pantry, original fir woodwork, original wall sconces and pocket doors, and solid old-growth construction throughout. The current owners have preserved the home's architectural integrity while making improvements, including wood-clad double-hung windows on the second and third floors, a high-efficiency 96% gas furnace (2022), roof replacement (2023), refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and extensive restoration of original woodwork. Every improvement has respected the home's historic character. Lovingly cared for as a family home for more than 30 years, it has been filled with laughter, celebrations, and everyday moments that have become part of its story. Outside, the mature landscaping features a magnificent wisteria believed to be nearly a century old, a beautiful magnolia tree, flagstone pathways, basalt stonework, & gardens created over many years. The expansive covered front porch is quintessential Portland, while a custom rear wraparound porch extends the home's outdoor living space. A 55-foot driveway leads to the attached one-car garage, which provides direct basement access—a unique feature rarely found in homes of this era. The sunny finished third floor provides flexible living space & Mt. Hood views, while the unfinished full basement features an exterior entrance, abundant storage, & tremendous potential for future expansion. This authentic Portland classic has evolved thoughtfully over the past 120 years & offers a rare opportunity to become its next steward. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10250404]
Listing Courtesy of RMLS / Listed By: Hudson Poston, Windermere Community Realty
$1,100,000 (USD)
Glen Harbor-Linnton Area Residential
Active
9505 NW Germantown Rd Portland, OR 97231
5 Bed
4 Baths
3705 sqft
MLS# 417996484
Some houses are built. This one was made — shaped over a century, then reimagined by a craftsman who understood that great materials and honest details are what a home is really made of. Down a secluded driveway in a private, wooded setting with views of Mt St Helens and the Willamette River, this 3,700-square-foot home rewards slowing down: morning light crossing the European beech floors, the change of seasons through every window, fall evenings on the cedar deck with a sunset glow on the mountain & the river gliding below.The main level sets the tone: a kitchen with rich mahogany and copper counters, custom clear-grain cabinetry, a Wolf gas cooktop, Viking oven & heated slate floors flowing into an expansive dining room with walls of forest view windows & hardwood floors, a welcoming living room that spills onto a wrap-around cedar deck framing those mountain and river views. Two bedrooms, one ensuite & a powder room complete this level. Upstairs, the primary suite is a perfect sanctuary. A private sitting room leads to a spa-inspired bath — walk-in shower, heated floors, teak cabinetry — plus a 25-foot double-door walk-in closet, plus laundry hook-up. The lower level features a media room, two bedrooms with custom built-in dressers, & a full bath with dual sinks, sandstone counters, heated floors, and a glass tile wall walk-in shower. A lower cedar deck opens to a grassy, tree-shaded yard perfect for warm summer evenings. A well deserved mention to the attached garage: featuring custom arched wood carriage doors with hand-forged iron hinges, copious built-in storage for all your toys & a pull-through to a rear parking pad, and deck; garage opens to a mudroom with a hammered copper sink & storage for all the gear you need for Northwest living. Served by highly sought after schools, minutes from HWY 30, St. John’s, NW Portland, and a scenic drive to the Sunset Corridor. Homes like this aren't built anymore. This one was. [Home Energy Score = 2. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10249187]
Listing Courtesy of RMLS / Listed By: Susan Loop, Windermere Community Realty