Homebuyers are searching internet markets like Redfin in the hopes of closing a transaction by the end of the year. People can’t resist clicking on pictures of extravagant mansions and other odd homes in between serious searches in a desired area or price range.
The refurbished 3.26-acre Ivy Estate, which features a ballroom and speakeasy-themed billiards, is one of the most popular Portland homes on Redfin. The asking price is $25 million.
Five of the most viewed homes in December are close to or less than the median sale price of $506,000 for the Portland market.
According to Redfin, these are the 13 properties that have gotten significantly more views than the average of 433 per day out of the 2,730 homes for sale in the Portland market as of December 10.
1930 West Hills mansion
$25 million for an English Tudor Revival mansion in Portland’s West Hills: Renowned architect Rossoe Hemenway created the Mittleman Estate, also called The Ivy, in 1930. It was bought unrestored in 2017 for $4 million, then after being restored for $20 million, it was put up for sale on November 18 for $25 million.
There are eight bedrooms, thirteen bathrooms, and 25,568 square feet of living space in the home located at 4311 S.W. Greenleaf Drive. The cost is $978 per square foot.
Listing broker Terry Sprague told The Oregonian/OregonLive that the work was done as an investment to honor one of Portland’s most notable, famous, and historic homes, not to flip the property.Go through the whole narrative.
Custom home in the Southwest Hills
A bespoke home in the Southwest Hills of Portland costs $1,750,000.Cascade Hasson Sotheby’s International Realty’s Calisa Welch
$1,750,000 for a custom house in the Southwest Hills of Portland:Since it was listed on December 3, the 12.23-acre property located at 335 S.W. Humphrey Blvd. has seen over 17,026 views.
Constructed in 2000, the typical brick home boasts 6,624 square feet of living area, five bedrooms, and five bathrooms. The cost is $264 per square foot.
According to Cascade Hasson Sotheby’s International Realty listing agent Calisa Welch, the main house’s two-story great room boasts a 25-foot stone fireplace and large windows that frame breathtaking views of the city and forest. With an additional 860 square feet, the fully furnished carriage house in the detached garage is ideal for entertaining or intergenerational living.
Midcentury modern in Reed
A midcentury modern home in Portland’s Reed area for $1,129,000.Premiere Property Group’s David Hopkins and Kelsie Hopkins Pfeif
A midcentury modern in Portland’s Reed area for $1,129,000:Situated on a 0.3-acre lot at 5239 S.E. 33rd Ave., the 1957 home boasts 4,350 square feet of living space, five bedrooms, and 3.5 bathrooms. It costs $260 per square foot.
The property has received over 3,968 views since it was listed on the market on December 4.
Listing agents David Hopkins and Kelsie Hopkins Pfeif of Premiere Property Group said, “Discover a bright and inviting main floor with vaulted ceilings, warm wood accents, and an expansive layout perfect for entertaining.”
Northwest Craftsman in Goose Hollow
$899,000 for a modern craftsman building in Portland’s Goose Hollow, Pacific NorthwestWindermere Realty Trust’s Janae Pyle and Jan Carlson
$899,000 for a modern Northwest craftsman in the Goose Hollow area of Portland:Constructed in 2000 on a 5,227-square-foot lot at 2219 S.W. Market Street Drive, the house boasts 2,436 square feet of living area, three bedrooms, and 2.5 bathrooms. The cost is $369 per square foot.
The house has been seen over 3,392 times since it was listed for sale on December 4.
Listing agents Janae Pyle and Jan Carlson of Windermere Realty Trust described the property as having a thoughtful, practical, open floor design with soaring vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, wood frame beams, a jaw-dropping two-story split-stone fireplace, and oak flooring. The adaptable lower level features a large family area with a gas stove, two more bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a laundry room.
European-style house in Bridlemile
A European-style home in Portland’s Bridlemile area costs $870,000.From The Agency Portland, Dirk Hmura
A 2001 European-style home in Portland’s Bridlemile area costs $870,000.At 6439 S.W. Raleighwood Court, a two-story house with four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 2,722 square feet of living space is situated on a 4,356-square-foot lot. The cost is $320 per square foot.
The property has been viewed more than 2,723 times since it was listed on December 5.
Listing agent Dirk Hmura of The Agency Portland described the formal living and dining area as having a gas fireplace, built-ins, and French doors leading to the terrace. Large walk-in bathroom, soaking tub, and walk-in closet in the main floor suite.
1909 Craftsman in Portland Heights
A 1909 Craftsman in Portland Heights for $699,900.From Windermere Realty Trust, Andrea Menashe
$699,900 for a 1909 Craftsman in Portland Heights: Originally listed for $825,000 on July 25, the home on a 5,662-square-foot lot at 1704 S.W. Elizabeth St. was reduced to $699,900 on December 3.
The owner will not make any repairs to this property because it is being offered “as is.”
The residence boasts 3,829 square feet of living area, two bathrooms, and five bedrooms. The cost is $183 per square foot.
With views of the metropolitan skyline, the Fremont Bridge, and Mount Saint Helens, this reasonably priced house is ready for its next chapter and has the possibility of being restored to its former glory, according to selling agent Andrea Menashe of Windermere Realty Trust.
1906 Victorian-era inspired house in Kerns
$699,000 for a 1906 home in Portland’s Kerns district with Victorian-style ornamentation.Redfin’s Michelle Loggins
$699,000 for a 1906 home in Portland’s Kerns area with Victorian-style ornamentation:Situated on a 3,049-square-foot property at 16 N.E. 24th Ave., the house boasts 2,290 square feet of living area, three bedrooms, and 3.5 bathrooms. The cost is $305 per square foot.
The house has received over 7,486 views since it was advertised on December 5.
According to Redfin listing agent Michelle Loggins, “every room in this house has been tastefully updated… and still has the quirk of early century architecture.”
1907 farmhouse in Sabin
A 1907 farmhouse in the Sabin area of Portland is for sale for $639,000.Windermere Realty Trust’s Aimee Virnig
$639,000 for a farmhouse from 1907 in the Sabin neighborhood of Portland:Situated on a 4,791-square-foot property at 3928 N.E. 14th Ave., the house boasts 1,728 square feet of living area, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. The cost is $370 per square foot.
The property has received over 7,327 views since it was listed on December 4.
The kitchen is the best seat in the house to overlook the lovely gardens and features a five-burner gas stove and perfectly sized butcher block table, Marmoleum floors and freshly tiled backsplash, said listing agent Aimee Virnig of Windermere Realty Trust.
Midcentury modern in Portland s Montavilla
$517,000 for a midcentury contemporary ranch-style home in Portland’s Montavilla districtCentury 21 North Homes Realty’s Kathy Heydel
$517,000for a midcentury modern in Portland s Montavilla neighborhood:The 1962 custom-built, one-owner home on a 6,534-square-foot lot at 920 S.E. 84th Ave. has four bedrooms, two bathrooms and 1,432 square feet of living space. The price per square foot is $361.
Since it hit the market Dec. 4, the house has been viewed more than 2,228 times.
The dining area features a new sliding door to the large patio with a new cedar fenced-in backyard, said listing agent Kathy Heydel of Century 21 North Homes Realty.
1926 bungalow in Richmond
$490,000 for a 1926 bungalow in Portland s Richmond neighborhood.Kellie Jenkins of Windermere Realty Trust
$490,000for a 1926 bungalow in Portland s Richmond neighborhood:The property on a 4,356-square-foot lot at 4406 S.E. Clinton St. was listed for sale Nov. 29 and an offer was accepted Dec. 7.
The house has three bedrooms, one bathroom and 1,912 square feet of living space. The price per square foot is $256.
Fantastic opportunity for a starter home or a project to make your dream bungalow, this home is full of possibilities in an unbeatable location, said listing agent Kellie Jenkins of Windermere Realty Trust.
1908 modern style in Overlook
$450,000 for an updated 1908 house at 2124 N. Humboldt St.Dirk Hmura and Kendall Westphal Gendron of The Agency Portland
$450,000for an updated 1908 house in Portland s Overlook neighborhood:The house, remodeled to look like a midcentury modern, sits on a 5,227-square-foot lot at 2124 N. Humboldt St. There are two bedrooms, one bathroom and 1,198 square feet of living space. The price per square foot is $376.
Since it was listed Dec. 6, this home has been viewed more than 3,783 times.
Retro details and floor-to-ceiling windows show off the amazing tongue-and-groove vaulted ceilings and fireplace in the spacious living room, said listing agents Dirk Hmura and Kendall Westphal Gendron of The Agency Portland.
1939 English Tudor Revival house in Multnomah
$439,900 for a 1939 English Tudor Revival house in Portland s Multnomah neighborhood.Marjorie Wells of Legend Real Estate Services
$439,900for a 1939 English Tudor Revival house in Portland s Multnomah neighborhood:The two-story home at 4219 S.W. Marigold St. has three bedrooms, one bathroom and 2,486 square feet of living space. The price per square foot is $177.
Since its listing on Dec. 4, the house has been viewed more than 2,830 times.
Ready for your creative touches on a 0.22-lot size with a detached garage, said listing agent Marjorie Wells of Legend Real Estate Services.
1926 bungalow in Sumner
$439,000 for a 1926 bungalow in Portland s Sumner neighborhood.Jill Hill of Knipe Realty ERA Powered
$439,000for a 1926 bungalow in Portland s Sumner neighborhood:The house on a 5,227-square-foot lot at 8431 N.E. Prescott St. has two bedrooms, one bathroom and 1,440 square feet of living space. The price per square foot is $305.
Since it was listed Dec. 1, the house has been viewed more than 1,757 times.
Private lot with an oversized detached two-car garage, raised garden beds and covered deck, said listing agent Jill Hill of Knipe Realty ERA Powered. Unfinished basement provides washer and dryer and extra storage.
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