2840 Southwest Fern Street
Sold 6/8/24
Sold 6/8/24
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.18 acresLot Size
1937Year Built
$278/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces
Description
Nestled in the prestigious Portland Heights neighborhood, this meticulously designed home offers a seamless blend of style and functionality, boasting 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across 3868 square feet. Every detail exudes sophistication and charm, providing a truly remarkable living experience. Enjoy the peaceful, serene environment while still being conveniently close to the vibrant downtown scene, Washington Park, Japanese Gardens, Arboretum. Adjacent to the kitchen is a sunny breakfast room,...Nestled in the prestigious Portland Heights neighborhood, this meticulously designed home offers a seamless blend of style and functionality, boasting 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across 3868 square feet. Every detail exudes sophistication and charm, providing a truly remarkable living experience. Enjoy the peaceful, serene environment while still being conveniently close to the vibrant downtown scene, Washington Park, Japanese Gardens, Arboretum. Adjacent to the kitchen is a sunny breakfast room, perfect for starting your day off right. With its proximity to OHSU, access to world-class healthcare facilities is a breeze. Plus, nearby trails, parks, northwest 23rd Ave., high-tech hubs, and multiple hospitals ensure convenience at every turn. The thoughtful gardens, full of Trumpet Westeria, Rhodies, and flowers beautifully complement the architecture, creating a tranquil and inviting atmosphere, especially in the mature landscaped backyard oasis with an expansive sunny deck - ideal for BBQs and summertime gatherings. Inside, spacious rooms with built-ins and ample storage abound, connecting seamlessly to nature through walls of windows. Immaculately maintained and flooded with natural light, this home is ready for new owners to step into a world of elegance and sophistication. The entertainment spaces are open yet intimate, featuring three gas fireplaces for warmth and ambiance throughout. Additionally, a thoughtfully designed office with built-in shelving caters to remote work needs. Large two-car garage. Easy to show, this home presents a dream location combined with impeccable design, promising cherished memories for years to come. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10222285]
- Listed by: Marcia Weiss • Where, Inc
Listing closed: 06/08/2024 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS, MLS#: 24468898
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Sold By Windermere Realty Trust
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1Property Information for 2840 Southwest Fern Street
Property Details
- Taxes: $19,123 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Multnomah County
- Style: Colonial
- Subdivision: PORTLAND HEIGHTS
- Parking Features: Driveway, On Street
- View: Trees Woods
- Garage Spaces: 2.00
- Parking Total: 2.00
Building Information
- Stories: 3
- Year Built: 1937
- Lot Size: 0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
- Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance, Parking
- Country: US
- Directions: SW Patton Road to Montgomery to SW Fern.
- Road Surface: Paved
School Information
- Elementary School: Ainsworth
- High School: Lincoln
- Middle Or Junior School: West Sylvan
Parking
- Garage Type: Attached, Oversized
Taxes and HOA
- Tax Year: 2022
- Tax Annual Amount: $19,123.24
- Parcel Number: R271421
- Tax Legal Description: SMITHS ADD TO P, SUB D LOT 2&6-9 BLOCK B, LOT 8 EXC E 14', LOT 9
Property
Lot Information
- Acres: 0.18
- Lot Description: Gentle Sloping, On Busline, Public Road, Terraced
- Lot Size Square Feet: 7840.0
- Lot Size Range: Sq Ft7000to9999
- Lot Size: 7,000 to 9,999 Sq Ft
- SqFt Source: energy sco
Property and Assessments
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Warranty: Home Warranty
- Water Description: Public Water
- Property Condition: Resale
- Year Built: 1937
Utilities
- Cooling Description: Central Air, Window Unit
- Fuel Description: Electricity, Gas
- Heating Description: Forced Air
- Hot Water Description: Electricity
- Sewer Description: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Description: Wood Siding
- Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced, Garden, Porch, Public Road, Sprinkler, Yard
- Roof Type: Composition, Tar Gravel
Interior Features
- Basement: Exterior Entry, Partially Finished
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Window Features: Storm Window, Wood Frames
- Fireplace Description: Gas
- Interior Features: Floor3rd, Garage Door Opener, Granite, Hardwood Floors, Laundry, Sound System, Sprinkler, Washer Dryer, Wood Floors
- SqFt Calculated: 2764
- SqFt Lower Level Total: 1104
- SqFt Main Level Total: 1275
- SqFt Upper Level Total: 1489
- Bedrooms Total: 5
- Stories: 3
- Baths Total: 3.1
Master Bedroom
- Room Description: Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Additional Features: Ensuite, Wood Floors
- Primary Bedroom Level: Upper
- Primary Bedroom SqFt: 306
- Primary Bedroom Length: 17
- Primary Bedroom Width: 18
- Primary Bedroom Features: Bookcases, Fireplace
Bedroom 2
- Room Description: _2nd Bedroom
- Bedroom 2 Length: 13
- Bedroom 2 Width: 17
- Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 2 SqFt: 221
- 2nd Bedroom Additional Features: Wood Floors
Bedroom 3
- Room Description: _3rd Bedroom
- Bedroom 3 Length: 12
- Bedroom 3 Width: 14
- Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 3 SqFt: 168
- 3rd Bedroom Additional Features: Wood Floors
Dining Room
- Room Description: Dining Room
- Dining Room Additional Features: Wood Floors
- Dining Room Length: 12
- Dining Room Width: 13
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Dining Room SqFt: 156
Family Room
- Room Description: Family Room
- Family Room Features: Bookcases
- Family Room Additional Features: Wood Floors
- Family Room Length: 11
- Family Room Width: 16
- Family Room Level: Main
- Family Room SqFt: 176
Kitchen
- Room Description: Kitchen
- Kitchen Appliances: Builtin Oven, Builtin Range, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Down Draft, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Appliances, Granite, Pantry, Solid Surface Countertop
- Kitchen RoomLength: 10
- Kitchen RoomWidth: 10
- Kitchen Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Room SqFt: 100
Living Room
- Room Description: Living Room
- Living Room additional Features: Wood Floors
- Living Room Length: 13
- Living Room Width: 22
- Living Room Level: Main
- Living Room SqFt: 286
Baths
- Baths Lower Level Full: 1
- Baths Lower Level Partial: 0
- Baths Lower Level Total: 1.0
- Baths Main Level Full: 0
- BathsMainLevelPartial: 1
- Baths Main Level Total: 0.1
- Bathrooms Full: 3
- Baths Partial: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Baths Upper Leve lFull: 2
- Baths Upper Level Partial: 0
- Baths Upper Level Total: 2.0
Additional Room 1
- Additional Room 1 Description: Eating Area
- Additional Room 1 Length: 8
- Additional Room 1 Level: Main
- Additional Room 1 SqFt: 168
- Additional Room 1 Width: 21
Additional Room 2
- Additional Room 2 Description: _4th Bedroom
- Additional Room 2 Length: 11
- Additional Room 2 Level: Upper
- Additional Room 2 SqFt: 132
- Additional Room 2 Width: 12
Additional Room 3
- Additional Room 3 Description: _5th Bedroom
- Additional Room 3 Length: 12
- Additional Room 3 Level: Lower
- Additional Room 3 SqFt: 216
- Additional Room 3 Width: 18
Additional Room 4
- Additional Room 4 Additional Features: Wood Floors
Additional Room 5
- Additional Room 5 Additional Features: Wood Floors
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
- Security Features: Handicap Access, Security System Owned
- SqFt Approximate Building Total: 3868
Property History for 2840 Southwest Fern Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2024 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1533765439 | $1,075,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 06/06/2024 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1533765439 | $1,075,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 2840 Southwest Fern Street
Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$19,126 ($1,594 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,347 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,047 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt300 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt540 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1937ZoningR5CountyMULTNOMAHAPN1S1E05DD 12400Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 2840 Southwest Fern 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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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 2840 Southwest Fern Street, Portland, OR 97201 | $1,075,000 | 5 | 4 | 3,868 | 7,840 |
– | 3 | 3 | 2,383 | 5,006 | |
$1,050,000 | 5 | 4 | 4,353 | 3,920 | |
– | 2 | 1 | 900 | 4,120 | |
$890,000 | 4 | 4 | 4,200 | 5,227 | |
$463,300 | 2 | 2 | 1,793 | 6,098 | |
$759,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,533 | 5,227 | |
– | – | – | – | 4,100 | |
$495,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,491 | 4,000 | |
$1,195,000 | 4 | 3 | 3,532 | 30,056 | |
$487,800 | – | – | – | – | |
– | 4 | 4 | 3,356 | 5,050 | |
– | 8 | 2.5 | 3,380 | 17,500 | |
– | 2 | 1 | 1,023 | 4,000 | |
– | 3 | 1 | 1,378 | 5,050 | |
$704,900 | 4 | 3 | 2,508 | 6,098 |
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