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5616 NE Garfield Ave, Portland, OR, 97211

4beds
2baths
3,260sqft
$699,900
$215price/sqft
$4,575/moest. monthly cost
$183,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

"THE PORTLAND EXPERIENCE" This home offers the best of both worlds- Close in city living with the timeless charm of a beautifully preserved 1920 Portland Craftsman Bungalow. Located in the heart of the historic King neighborhood. Rich in character and history, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home showcases gleaming hardwood floors, original woodwork, a classic wood-burning fireplace flanked by built-ins, and a formal dining room with additional custom cabinetry. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the remodeled kitchen and bathrooms blend modern convenience with historic appeal. Fresh interior paint, brand-new carpet upstairs, and select new doors and windows make this home move-in ready while preserving its original character. The upper level features two spacious bedrooms, a beautifully remodeled full bathroom, built-in storage, cozy reading nooks, and bonus storage. Downstairs, the full basement offers high ceilings, an exterior entrance, and incredible flexibility for future expansion. Whether you're envisioning additional living space, a home office, workshop, or exploring the potential for an ADU, the possibilities are plentiful. Outside, enjoy mornings on the expansive covered front porch overlooking the low-maintenance rain garden landscaping. The private backyard is designed for entertaining with a large patio & detached garage. As a fun piece of Portland history, this home was featured in the hit television series Portlandia! Conveniently located near public transportation, local restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and shopping, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly iconic Portland home that perfectly blends historic charm with modern updates. [Home Energy Score = 2. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10249224]

Getting Around

87
WalkingVery Walkable
48
TransitSome Transit
100
BikeBiker's Paradise

Schools

8/10
8/10
5/10
Jefferson High SchoolGrades 9-120.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Approximately
  • Year built: 1920

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Shake Siding,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Bungalow,Craftsman
  • Property subType: Residential,Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Built In Oven,Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Double Oven,Free-Standing Range,Free-Standing Refrigerator,Microwave,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Range Hood,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer/Dryer,Gas Appliances,Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Unfinished

Bedroom2

  • Features: Wood Floors
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 132

Bedroom3

  • Features: Wallto Wall Carpet
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 154

Bedroom4

  • Features: Wallto Wall Carpet
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 143

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Builtin Features, Formal, Hardwood Floors
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 182

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),High Ceilings,Quartz,Built-in Features,Formal,Eat Bar,Gourmet Kitchen,Peninsula,Pantry,Pot Filler
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows,Vinyl Frames,Wood Frames
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Wall to Wall Carpet,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,260
  • Total interior livable area: 3,260 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Eat Bar, Gas Appliances, Gourmet Kitchen, Hardwood Floors,Free Standing Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Peninsula, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Quartz
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 168

Living Room

  • Features: Builtin Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 210

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Wood Floors
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 182

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Kitchen Cabinets,Walkin Shower,Accessibility

Details

  • Parcel number: R243116
  • Zoning: R5

Features

  • Stories: 3
  • Patio & porch: Patio,Porch
  • Exterior features: Fire Pit,Rain Garden,Yard
  • Fencing: Fenced

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,791 sqft
  • Features: Level,Private,Trees,SqFt 5000 to 6999
  • Lot size dimensions: 47 x 100

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: On Street,Detached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeVery High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters in Multnomah County and Oregon

Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,539$42,468
Home Insurance *$147$1,764
Property Taxes $594$7,128
Electricity $295$3,550
Total$4,575$54,900
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$156,857/yr
40% on housing$137,250/yr
45% on housing$122,000/yr

Oregon FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 2,377Commercial: 170
Total Premiums$3.07M
Total Exposure$840.98M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 4.7%
4.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.0%
2.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$215This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 97211$260
Multnomah County$244

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 97211$294
Multnomah County$288

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-07Price change$679,900
2026-07-17Price change$699,900
2026-06-30Price change$724,900
2026-06-12Listed for sale$739,900
2015-05-22Sold$481,000
2007-11-30Sold$355,000
2002-03-22Sold$200,000
2001-12-06Sold$200,000
2000-08-30Sold$149,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentNikki del Giudice
BrokerageFarrell Realty & Property Management, Inc

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