535 N Simpson St

Portland, OR 97217

$725,000
Price
4
Beds
2,822 Sq. Ft.
$257 / Sq. Ft.
2,822
Sq. Ft.
$257
per Sq. Ft.
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Living Room
Dining Room
Bedroom
Bathroom
Porch, Screened in
Backyard

Description

Enjoy the livability and tranquility of your home on the edge of Piedmont and Humboldt neighborhoods, where historic details, grand ceilings and natural light meet the needs of modern living with a functional layout. Open the front door where beautiful archways invite you into the library sitting room. A timeless living room is anchored by a quarter-sawn white oak fireplace - a classic feature of the Arts & Crafts era. Both rooms feature window seats so you can soak up the sun year round with a book...Enjoy the livability and tranquility of your home on the edge of Piedmont and Humboldt neighborhoods, where historic details, grand ceilings and natural light meet the needs of modern living with a functional layout. Open the front door where beautiful archways invite you into the library sitting room. A timeless living room is anchored by a quarter-sawn white oak fireplace - a classic feature of the Arts & Crafts era. Both rooms feature window seats so you can soak up the sun year round with a book in hand. The kitchen features custom cabinets that add character and functionality. Easy hosting with an enclosed all-weather porch and the tucked-away back yard, just off the kitchen. This home has full bathrooms on both levels and boasts a main level bedroom. An unfinished basement offers plenty of room for storage or hobbies with separate exterior access to the back. Relax at home with your backyard courtyard surrounded by trees and beautiful xeriscaping. This Portland classic offers inviting living spaces, timeless architectural charm with room to grow, entertain, or simply unwind. Located one block from Peninsula Park, you'll have one of Portland's most beloved green spaces practically in your backyard. Perfect for morning walks in the renowned rose garden, picnics, summer concerts, enjoying the tennis courts, splashpad, or basketball court. Enjoy the best of North Portland living with neighborhood cafés on Mississippi, local favorites, and convenient access to nearby shopping, transit, and downtown. Whether you're drawn to the home's character, the walkable community, or the unbeatable location, you'll cherish coming home. Have peace of mind moving in knowing a tank scan has already been completed, 80 feet of sewer line was replaced in 2017 and much of the home has fresh interior and exterior paint. HES=1 https://us.greenbuildingregistry.com/report-download? report_url=https:%2F%2Frpt.greenbuildingregistry.com%2Fhes%2FOR10248816.pdf&detail_id=OR1024 [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10248816]
  1. Listed by Hannah Atherton • Urban Nest Realty

Property Details for 535 North Simpson Street

Style
Craftsman
Subdivision
HUMBOLDT
Parking Features
Driveway, Off Street
Zoning
R5
View
Territorial
Garage Spaces
1.00
Parking Total
1.00
LISTING UPDATED: 07/09/2026 06:34 AM

Property Details for 535 North Simpson Street

StatusActive
MLS #283117137
Days on Market7
Taxes$4,906 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1909
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
CountyMultnomah County
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Location

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Building Information for 535 North Simpson Street

Stories2Year Built1909Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF

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$4,022 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,613

Property Taxes

$409

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 535 North Simpson Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Accessibility Features: Main Floor Bedroom Bath
  • Country: US
  • Directions: N Simpson & N Kerby
  • Road Surface: Paved
School Information
  • Elementary School: Chief Joseph
  • High School: Jefferson
  • High School 2: Roosevelt
  • Middle Or Junior School: Ockley Green
Parking
  • Garage Type: Detached
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,905.62
  • Parcel Number: R301491
  • Tax Legal Description: WEST PIEDMONT, BLOCK 17, LOT 10
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5227.0
  • Lot Size Dimension: 50'x100'
  • Lot Size Range: Sq Ft5000to6999
  • Lot Size: 5,000 to 6,999 Sq Ft
  • SqFt Source: Floor plan
Property and Assessments
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Water Description: Public Water
  • Property Condition: Approximately
  • Year Built: 1909
Utilities
  • Cooling Description: Central Air
  • Fuel Description: Gas
  • Heating Description: Forced Air
  • Hot Water Description: Gas
  • Sewer Description: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Other
  • Exterior Features: Fenced, Patio, Porch, Xeriscape Landscaping, Yard
  • Roof Type: Composition
Interior Features
  • Basement: Full Basement
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
  • Fireplace Description: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Granite, Hardwood Floors, High Ceilings, Laundry
  • SqFt Calculated: 1898
  • SqFt Lower Level Total: 924
  • SqFt Main Level Total: 1072
  • SqFt Upper Level Total: 826
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Stories: 2
  • Baths Total: 2.0
Master Bedroom
  • Room Description: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Additional Features: Double Closet
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Upper
  • Primary Bedroom SqFt: 169
  • Primary Bedroom Length: 13
  • Primary Bedroom Width: 13
Bedroom 2
  • Room Description: _2nd Bedroom
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 9
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 10
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 2 SqFt: 90
  • 2nd Bedroom Additional Features: Closet
Bedroom 3
  • Room Description: _3rd Bedroom
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 13
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 11
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3 SqFt: 143
  • 3rd Bedroom Additional Features: Closet
Dining Room
  • Room Description: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Bay Window
  • Dining Room Length: 15
  • Dining Room Width: 12
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room SqFt: 180
Family Room
  • Room Description: Family Room
Kitchen
  • Room Description: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Appliances: Builtin Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Refrigerator, Granite, Stainless Steel Appliance, Tile
  • Kitchen Room Features: Dishwasher
  • Kitchen RoomLength: 13
  • Kitchen RoomWidth: 10
  • Kitchen Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Room SqFt: 130
Living Room
  • Room Description: Living Room
  • Living Room Features: Bay Window
  • Living Room Length: 15
  • Living Room Width: 11
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Living Room SqFt: 165
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: 2
  • Baths Partial: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Baths Upper Leve lFull: 1
  • Baths Upper Level Partial: 0
  • Baths Upper Level Total: 1.0
Additional Room 1
  • Additional Room 1 Description: _4th Bedroom
  • Additional Room 1 Length: 11
  • Additional Room 1 Level: Main
  • Additional Room 1 SqFt: 110
  • Additional Room 1 Width: 10
Additional Room 2
  • Additional Room 2 Description: _2nd Bathroom
  • Additional Room 2 Length: 6
  • Additional Room 2 Level: Upper
  • Additional Room 2 SqFt: 54
  • Additional Room 2 Width: 9
Additional Room 3
  • Additional Room 3 Description: Library
  • Additional Room 3 Length: 10
  • Additional Room 3 Level: Main
  • Additional Room 3 SqFt: 110
  • Additional Room 3 Width: 11
Additional Room 4
  • Additional Room 4 Additional Features: Closet
Additional Room 5
  • Additional Room 5 Additional Features: Shower
Additional Room 6
  • Additional Room 6 Features: Bay Window, Bookcases
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Security Features: Security System Owned
  • SqFt Approximate Building Total: 2822

Property History for 535 North Simpson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 16, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #596312582

$584,950—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/16/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #596312582

$584,950

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

Public Records for 535 North Simpson Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$4,906 ($409 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,749 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,749 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt936 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1909ZoningR5ACountyMULTNOMAHAPN1N1E15CD 00600Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 535 North Simpson Street

This home is within Portland School District 1j.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Chief Joseph Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Ockley Green
Public - 6 to 8
Roosevelt High School
Public - 9 to 12
Jefferson High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Chief Joseph Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ockley Green
Public6 to 8

Roosevelt High School
Public9 to 12

Jefferson High School
Public9 to 12

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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More information about 535 North Simpson Street, Portland, OR 97217

535 North Simpson Street is a single family home for sale in Portland, OR 97217. This property was listed for sale on July 9, 2026 by Urban Nest Realty, it's currently listed at $725,000. It has been on the market for a total of 7 days and was last sold on May 16, 2017. This listing's school district is Portland School District 1j. Nearby schools include Chief Joseph Elementary School, Ockley Green and Roosevelt High School. 535 North Simpson Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,822 sqft single family home built in 1909.

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