7436 N Seward Ave, Portland, OR 97217

Set back, private, and very quiet, this 1941 Arbor Lodge home pairs timeless character with years of thoughtful updates. Recent work includes Renewal by Andersen double-hung windows, a new main-level kitchen, refinished original hardwoods and trim, a Trane furnace, and a Rinnai water heater. Earlier updates brought all-new water plumbing, an updated electrical system, earthquake retrofits, a rebuilt chimney, added insulation for warmth and quiet, an EV charger, a new cedar fence, and a complete lower-level remodel. Inside, archways and cove ceilings set the tone, and polished original hardwoods run through the main living spaces. The living room centers on a wood-burning fireplace with a striking new tile surround, framed by original picture rails and brass hardware. The formal dining room features original built-ins with leaded glass doors. The kitchen is built for real cooking: Fisher & Paykel appliances, a chef’s gas range, deep butcher block counters, mosaic tile backsplash, a...