$600,000 | 4 bd | 2 ba | 3261 sqft

1924 NE 47TH AVE, Portland, OR 97213

Discover the perfect blend of historic integrity and modern sustainability in this 1923 Craftsman bungalow. From the street, the home’s classic profile offers a charming introduction, but the interior reveals a deceptively spacious 3261 square feet of thoughtfully preserved living space across two levels. The main floor welcomes you with quintessential period details, including cove molding, warm finished wood floors, and a stunning tiled fireplace. Built-in cabinetry with beveled and leaded glass reflects the craftsmanship of a bygone era, while the traditional layout includes a formal dining room and a versatile main-floor parlor perfectly suited for a sunny home office.

The home’s functional footprint extends to four generous bedrooms and two full bathrooms. In addition to the primary living areas, a converted attic space provides a bright, quiet retreat ideal for a secondary office or creative studio. For those looking to expand, the 1276-square-foot unfinished basement offers incredible potential. Modern mechanical updates provide peace of mind, featuring a 200-amp electrical service, copper plumbing, and a high-efficiency 3.3 kW rooftop solar system. The comfort of classic radiator heat is powered by a gas-fired boiler, and storm windows throughout ensure year-round coziness.

The exterior grounds offer a private sanctuary that honors the lush beauty of the Pacific Northwest. The yard features mature landscaping anchored by a vibrant collection of stunning roses and numerous native species, creating a low-maintenance, bird-friendly environment. Exceptional maintenance is evident in the home’s structural history, including a full roof replacement in 2012 and a detached garage built in 2009. Located on the east side of the vibrant Hollywood District, you are within eight blocks of grocery stores, the library, the historic Hollywood Theatre, and the seasonal farmers’ market. Commuting is effortless with a "biker’s paradise" layout, situated just minutes from bus lines and the MAX station. This is a rare opportunity to own a meticulously cared-for piece of Portland history.

Rooftop solar system, 3.3 kw.. Thirteen solar modules, each rated 250 w, were installed in 2013 after reroofing the house. They are seller owned (part of house purchase). The operating system is a standard net-metering arrangement with Pacific Power. The net metering year runs from April 1 to March 31. We receive a monthly bill, always the same, currently about $17. If we generate more power than used during the year, the excess credit is banked to our Pacific Power account (for example, in the months from late spring to early autumn). Deficit power is drawn from that account (winter months). The catch-up at the end of the net-metering year, if needed, is resolved in the February or March billings. In most years we carried excess; the balance accrued to Pacific Power for charitable energy-assistance programs. Thus, for homeowners staying within the yearly capacity of the system, electricity cost is approximately $200 per year. Module operation is monitored by Enphase corporation via an internet connection, which provides notifications if any modules failed (none ever has; life expectancy is 25 years). Power is not stored at the house, although Enphase markets a storage battery system that could be added as emergency backup during winter ice-storm outages.

Home heating system. The house is heated by hot water from a high-efficiency boiler located in the basement. A circulating pump moves the water, at temperature about 180°, to radiators permanently installed throughout the house. Each radiator can be controlled separately by a valve at its intake. Air rises through the warming radiator fins. When the wall thermostat in the dining room senses the desired temperature, the boiler shuts off. The system is fairly quiet (no whistling as is the case with steam radiators) and the residual heat in the radiators keeps room temperature stable for a few hours without frequent cycling of the boiler. As with all modern thermostats, set points can be programmed. In our usage, the set points bring the heat up to comfort by time of awakening, let it fall during the day’s activities, and then heated again in late afternoon for evening comfort before decreasing during the late night and early morning hours.  The house lacks air conditioning. Customarily in older homes like this, a refrigerant-style window air conditioner is placed in the upstairs landing window during summer months (July, August).

Timeless Craftsman Bungalow 

$600,000

4 bd | 2 ba | 3261 sqft

1924 NE 47TH AVE Portland, OR 97213 

Year Built: 1923 Resale

Acres: 0.11

MLS#: 674591340 

Elementary: Rose City Park

Middle: Roseway Heights

High: Leodis McDaniel