8604 N Van Houten Ave, Portland, OR 97203

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8604 N Van Houten Ave,Portland, OR 97203
$499,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 1,690 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Pending
Listed by: carla mink
Office: portland's alternative inc., realtors503-238-7617
MLS#:458926578
Source:PORTLAND

Price summary

  • Price:$499,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$295.27

About this home

First time on the market in 30 years. A true mid-century original: intact, unapologetic, and increasingly rare. Set quietly on Van Houten, a true gem of a street, this is the kind of MCM that almost never comes to market: not reimagined, not stripped down, but preserved in all the right ways. New roof, newer gutters, fresh paint and a garage that is ready for your dream office or living space conversion. Original red Formica countertops, warm wood trim, built-in cabinetry, sliding closet doors, and groovy heating covers are all still here, authentic details that define the era and are nearly impossible to replicate. Clean lines, giant picture windows, a versatile layout, and beautifully maintained hardwood floors ground the home in that effortless mid-century sensibility. The way it lives is just as compelling. Light moves easily through the spaces, settling into a charming kitchen nook and carrying throughout the home. The lower level adds real, usable square footage, flexible and...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1954
  • Listing ID #:458926578
  • Added:6 day(s) ago
  • Updated:May 14, 2026 at 07:25 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Kitchen Description:Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Appliances, Stainless Steel Appliance
  • Basement Description:Full Basement, Partial Finished
  • Living area:1,690 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Forced Air

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1954
  • Building area:1,690 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.12 Acres
  • Lot Features:Private
  • Architectural Style:Mid Century Modern, Ranch
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio, Dog Run, Fenced, Garden, Patio, Raised Beds, Tool Shed, Xeriscape Landscaping, Yard
  • Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels:2 Stories

Schools

  • High school:Roosevelt
  • Middle school:Cesar Chavez
  • Elementary school:Cesar Chavez

Utilities

  • Water:Public Water
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$499,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$295.27
  • Tax amount:$3,473 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Washer/Dryer
  • Amenities:Hardwood Floors, Laundry

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:1
  • Parking description:Driveway
  • Garage spaces:1
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