116 South Meade Street

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$507,500

3 beds1 bath1,260 sqft

116 S Meade St, Portland, OR 97201

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.07 acresLot Size

1921Year Built

$403/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome to this one-of-a-kind urban sanctuary—a true piece of Portland’s story. Originally built in 1910 as South Portland’s first branch library, this distinctive home was moved just one block to its current location around 1920. Local lore tells of children forming a line, passing books hand to hand, as the library’s collection was moved to the Customs House (which still stands in nearby Lair Hill Park). Today, this historic building has been thoughtfully transformed into a loft-style residence,...Welcome to this one-of-a-kind urban sanctuary—a true piece of Portland’s story. Originally built in 1910 as South Portland’s first branch library, this distinctive home was moved just one block to its current location around 1920. Local lore tells of children forming a line, passing books hand to hand, as the library’s collection was moved to the Customs House (which still stands in nearby Lair Hill Park). Today, this historic building has been thoughtfully transformed into a loft-style residence, blending history with modern comfort. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area is the heart of the home, featuring soaring 12-foot ceilings that practically beg for a library ladder, and a cozy wood stove that makes the space feel warm and inviting. The updated kitchen boasts quartz countertops (2021) and an extra-quiet dishwasher with a third rack (2025). The bathroom offers timeless charm with traditional mosaic tile and a spa-like shower complete with dual shower heads and controls. Outside, enjoy a charming backyard oasis, rare in the city, with a fenced yard (2020), dog run, garden, and a newer concrete pad (2023). Additional practical features include a durable metal roof, tankless water heater, and a small cellar storage area. Take a look today! [Home Energy Score = 3. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10011367]

Listed by: Seth Elder • Redfin

Listing closed: 07/21/2025 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS, MLS#: 344811407

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Property Information for 116 South Meade Street

Property Details

Taxes: $6,375 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Multnomah County
Style: Bungalow, Loft
Parking Features: On Street
View: City
Garage Spaces: .00
Parking Total: .00

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1921
Lot Size: 0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Accessibility Features: Minimal Steps, Walkin Shower
Country: US

Directions: SW 1st Ave x SW Meade
Road Surface: Paved

School Information

Elementary School: Ainsworth
High School: Lincoln

Middle Or Junior School: West Sylvan

Taxes and HOA

Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $6,374.95

Parcel Number: R128873
Tax Legal Description: CARUTHERS ADD, BLOCK 58, LOT 1 EXC E 48'

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Lot Information

Acres: 0.07
Lot Description: Level, Private

Lot Size Square Feet: 3049.0
Lot Size Range: Sq Ft3000to4999
Lot Size: 3,000 to 4,999 Sq Ft
SqFt Source: TAX

Property and Assessments

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential

Water Description: Public Water
Property Condition: Resale
Year Built: 1921

Utilities

Cooling Description: None
Fuel Description: Gas

Heating Description: Forced Air
Hot Water Description: Gas, Tankless
Sewer Description: Public Sewer

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior Description: Lap Siding, Shingle Siding
Exterior Features: Patio

Roof Type: Metal

Interior Features

Basement: Exterior Entry, Partial Basement, Unfinished
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Window Features: Wood Frames
Fireplace Description: Stove, Wood Burning
Fireplaces Total: 1
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, High Ceilings
SqFt Calculated: 1260
SqFt Lower Level Total: 0
SqFt Main Level Total: 1260
SqFt Upper Level Total: 0
Bedrooms Total: 3
Stories: 1
Baths Total: 1.0

Master Bedroom

Room Description: Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom Additional Features: Closet, High Ceilings

Primary Bedroom Level: Main
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floors

Bedroom 2

Room Description: _2nd Bedroom
Bedroom 2 Level: Main

Bedroom 3

Room Description: _3rd Bedroom
Bedroom 3 Level: Main

Dining Room

Room Description: Dining Room
Dining Room Level: Main

Family Room

Room Description: Family Room

Kitchen

Room Description: Kitchen
Kitchen Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range, Gas Appliances, Quartz

Kitchen Room Level: Main

Living Room

Room Description: Living Room
Living Room additional Features: High Ceilings

Living Room Level: Main

Baths

Baths Lower Level Full: 0
Baths Lower Level Partial: 0

Baths Lower Level Total: 0.0
Baths Main Level Full: 1
BathsMainLevelPartial: 0
Baths Main Level Total: 1.0
Bathrooms Full: 1
Baths Partial: 0
Total Bathrooms: 1
Baths Upper Leve lFull: 0
Baths Upper Level Partial: 0
Baths Upper Level Total: 0.0

Additional Room 1

Additional Room 1 Description: Bathroom
Additional Room 1 Level: Main

Additional Room 4

Additional Room 4 Additional Features: Walkin Shower

Amenities

Amenities Information

Internet Service Type: Fiber Optics

Multi Family

Multi-Family Information

Security Features: None
SqFt Approximate Building Total: 1260

Property History for 116 South Meade Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 16, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1904865925	$507,500	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/16/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1904865925	$507,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 116 South Meade Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-

Tax Record2025$6,613 ($551 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,260 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,260 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1921ZoningR2CountyMULTNOMAHAPN1S1E10BB 05300

Schools near 116 South Meade Street

This home is within Portland School District 1j.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
9/10	Ainsworth Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.1 mi
6/10	West Sylvan Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	4.0 mi
8/10	Lincoln High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.2 mi
8/10	Emerson School	Charter - Choice school	K to 5	0.5 mi
9/10	Portland Village School	Charter - Choice school	K to 8	1.0 mi
9/10	Winterhaven School	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	1.5 mi
NR	Cedarwood Waldorf School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.1 mi
NR	International School of Portland	Private - Nearby school	PK to 5	0.3 mi
NR	Building Bridges	Private - Nearby school	PK to 2	0.4 mi


Rating	School	Distance
9/10	Ainsworth Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.1 mi
6/10	West Sylvan Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	4.0 mi
8/10	Lincoln High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.2 mi
8/10	Emerson School CharterK to 5 Choice school	0.5 mi
9/10	Portland Village School CharterK to 8 Choice school	1.0 mi
9/10	Winterhaven School PublicK to 8 Nearby school	1.5 mi
NR	Cedarwood Waldorf School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.1 mi
NR	International School of Portland PrivatePK to 5 Nearby school	0.3 mi
NR	Building Bridges PrivatePK to 2 Nearby school	0.4 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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This home: 116 South Meade Street, Portland, OR 97201	$507,500	3	1	1,260	3,049
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2807 Southwest 1st Avenue, Portland, OR 97201	$508,000	4	2	2,337	1,306
2807 Southwest 1st Avenue, Unit S, Portland, OR 97201	–	–	–	–	96
2815 Southwest 1st Avenue, Portland, OR 97201	$56,000	5	1	2,186	5,280
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