1634 Southwest Myrtle Street
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Single FamilyProperty Type
0.35 acresLot Size
1908Year Built
$218/sq ftPrice per sq ft
Description
The L. B. Menefee House – a magnificent historic estate in Portland Heights, showcasing a blend of Colonial, Tudor Revival, and Arts & Crafts architectural influences. Situated in a prime location, this grand residence spans three lots in the Grid. Inside, the home features an abundance of stately spaces, including a spacious main-floor family room with a fireplace, quarter-sawn oak doors, and custom wainscoting. Artisan details abound, from floor-to-ceiling wood-paned windows in the family room...The L. B. Menefee House – a magnificent historic estate in Portland Heights, showcasing a blend of Colonial, Tudor Revival, and Arts & Crafts architectural influences. Situated in a prime location, this grand residence spans three lots in the Grid. Inside, the home features an abundance of stately spaces, including a spacious main-floor family room with a fireplace, quarter-sawn oak doors, and custom wainscoting. Artisan details abound, from floor-to-ceiling wood-paned windows in the family room to French doors leading to elegant outdoor spaces on both the main level and off the primary suite. Custom frescoes adorn the fireplaces in the living and family rooms, while virgin maple floors grace the upper level, and hand-laid patterned flooring enhances the den. Stunning ceiling designs add to the home's character throughout the main floor. The expansive primary suite boasts a fireplace, a massive walk-in closet, a soaking tub, a walk-in shower, and a double vanity. The second floor offers four bedrooms, each with en-suite baths for private living. The third floor features an additional bedroom, a full bath, a den, and extra storage space. A standout feature is the renovated 1,277 sq. ft. two-bedroom apartment with a separate entrance, fireplace, and private garden—offering versatility and additional living space (not included in the main home's total square footage). Designed by renowned architect John Bennes of Bennes, Tobey, and Hendricks, this estate was originally built for Lee Bruce Menefee, a prominent timber magnate in Oregon and southwest Washington. It was later acquired by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Portland and served as the residence of two archbishops, including Archbishop Alexander Christie, the founder of the University of Portland. In 1989, the home earned its place on the National Register of Historic Homes, cementing its legacy as one of Portland’s most distinguished properties. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10192704]
- Listed by: Andrew Pienovi • Windermere Realty Trust
- Listed by: Brian Pienovi • Windermere Realty Trust
Listing closed: 06/16/2025 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS, MLS#: 521412842
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1Property Information for 1634 Southwest Myrtle Street
Property Details
- Taxes: $41,891 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Multnomah County
- Style: Colonial, Tudor
- Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
- View: Trees Woods
- Garage Spaces: .00
- Parking Total: .00
Building Information
- Stories: 4
- Year Built: 1908
- Lot Size: 0.35 AC / 15,246 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
- Country: US
- Directions: Off of SW Davenport
- 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: $41,891.34
- Parcel Number: R128538
- Tax Legal Description: CARTERS ADD TO P, BLOCK 82 TL 8200
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Lot Information
- Acres: 0.35
- Lot Description: Corner Lot
- Lot Size Square Feet: 15246.0
- Lot Size Range: Sq Ft15000to19999
- Lot Size: 15,000 to 19,999 Sq Ft
- SqFt Source: Floorplan
Property and Assessments
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Water Description: Public Water
- Property Condition: Registerof Historic Homes
- Year Built: 1908
Utilities
- Fuel Description: Gas
- Heating Description: Other, Radiant
- Hot Water Description: Gas
- Sewer Description: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Description: Wood Siding
- Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Garden, Patio, Yard
- Roof Type: Composition
Interior Features
- Basement: Finished, Full Basement
- Fireplace Description: Gas, Wood Burning
- Fireplaces Total: 5
- Interior Features: Floor4th, Hardwood Floors, High Ceilings, Laundry, Separate Living Quarters Apartment Aux Living Unit, Wainscoting, Washer Dryer
- SqFt Calculated: 4015
- SqFt Optional Level: Upper
- SqFt Optional Level Total: 2727
- SqFt Lower Level Total: 1671
- SqFt Main Level Total: 2888
- SqFt Upper Level Total: 1127
- Bedrooms Total: 7
- Stories: 4
- Baths Total: 5.1
Master Bedroom
- Room Description: Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Additional Features: Suite
- Primary Bedroom Level: Upper
- Primary Bedroom Features: Balcony, Dressing Room, Fireplace
Bedroom 2
- Room Description: _2nd Bedroom
- Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
- 2nd Bedroom Additional Features: Closet
Bedroom 3
- Room Description: _3rd Bedroom
- Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
- 3rd Bedroom Additional Features: Closet
Dining Room
- Room Description: Dining Room
- Dining Room Features: Formal
- Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room
- Room Description: Family Room
- Family Room Features: Balcony
- Family Room Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Room Description: Kitchen
- Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance, Tile, Trash Compactor
- Kitchen Room Features: Dishwasher
- Kitchen Room Additional Features: Double Oven
- Kitchen Room Level: Main
Living Room
- Room Description: Living Room
- Living Room Features: Fireplace
- 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: 0
- BathsMainLevelPartial: 1
- Baths Main Level Total: 0.1
- Bathrooms Full: 5
- Baths Partial: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Baths Upper Leve lFull: 5
- Baths Upper Level Partial: 0
- Baths Upper Level Total: 5.0
Additional Room 1
- Additional Room 1 Description: _4th Bedroom
- Additional Room 1 Level: Upper
Additional Room 2
- Additional Room 2 Description: _5th Bedroom
- Additional Room 2 Level: Lower
Additional Room 3
- Additional Room 3 Description: Sun Porch
- Additional Room 3 Level: Main
Additional Room 4
- Additional Room 4 Additional Features: Closet
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
- SqFt Approximate Building Total: 8413
Public Records for 1634 Southwest Myrtle Street
Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$43,454 ($3,621 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt9,514 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt8,511 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,003 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,866 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,383 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1908ZoningR10CountyMULTNOMAHAPN1S1E04CA 08200Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1634 Southwest Myrtle Street
This home is within Portland School District 1j.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | K to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ainsworth Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
West Sylvan Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Lincoln High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Emerson School CharterK to 5 |
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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