NOT LISTED FOR SALE

42 SE 79th Ave Portland, OR 97215

Montavilla Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $459,000 - $542,366

3 Beds
1 Bath
2,328 Sq Ft
$221/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 30, 2021

Last sale price $520,000 $223 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,113/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Double Pane Windows
  • High Ceiling
  • Detached Garage
  • Patio

About This Home

As of September 2021

Awesome location in Montavilla North Tabor neighborhood! Close to all the Trails on Mt Tabor, Montavilla Farmers Market, shops, restaurants and cafes! Quiet neighborhood of cool historic homes. Open floor plan in main living area, with lots of big windows-light & bright! Kitchen remodel last year-quartz counters-stainless appliances-gas range-eating area-pantry & high end luxury vinyl plank floor. New windows & plumbing. Laundry mud room off kitchen, finished basement, and private fenced yard [Home Energy Score = 3. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10193204]

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Helen Hoyt

Portland Creative Realtors License #970400148 Listed on: 08/20/2021

Co-Listed By

Lyle Peterson

Portland Creative Realtors License #201210267

Last Buyer's Agent

Dana McKillop

Windermere Realty Trust License #920700018

Windermere Realty Trust

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,578

Year Built

  • Built in 1907 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Wood Flooring
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Laundry Room

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,578

Year Built

Built in 1907 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Status: Sold
  • Property Category: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional, Victorian
  • Sq Ft Calculated: 1584
  • Sq Ft Approximate Total: 2328
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1907
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Remarks Public: Awesome location in Montavilla North Tabor neighborhood! Close to all the Trails on Mt Tabor, Montavilla Farmers Market, shops, restaurants and cafes! Quiet neighborhood of cool historic homes. Open floor plan in main living area, with lots of big windows-light & bright! Kitchen remodel last year-quartz counters-stainless appliances-gas range-eating area-pantry & high end luxury vinyl plank floor. New windows & plumbing. Laundry mud room off kitchen, finished basement, and private fenced yard [Home Energy Score = 3. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10193204]
  • New Construction Supplement: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Additional Rooms: Laundry
  • All Room Features: Dishwasher, Eating Area, Gas Appliances, Pantry, Skylight(s), Walk in Closet, Wood Floors, Wainscoting, Quartz
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Fireplace Description: Electric
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Laundry, High Ceilings, Wood Floors, Quartz
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Pantry, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Quartz, Free-Standing Gas Range, Range Hood
  • Legal Description: MT TABOR VILLA ANX, BLOCK 8, LOT 5
  • Sq Ft Lower Level: 744
  • Sq Ft Main Level: 1056
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 528
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom: Features: Walk in Closet,On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Upper
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full Basement, Exterior Entry, Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Features: Wood Floors,On Level: Main
  • Family Room: On Level: Lower
  • Living Room: Features: Wood Floors,On Level: Upper
  • Kitchen: Features: Dishwasher, Eating Area, Gas Appliances, Pantry, Wainscoting, Quartz,On Level: Main
  • Additional Room 1: Description: Laundry,On Level: Main
  • Bathrooms Main Level Full: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Description: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced, Garden, Patio
  • Lot Size: 3K-4,999SF
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Additional Structure Supplement: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Or Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking Description: Driveway

Utilities

  • Fuel Description: Gas
  • Hot Water: Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Description: Public
  • Heating Description: Forced Air

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Supplement: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Vestal
  • Middle School: Roseway Heights
  • High School: Leodis McDaniel

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Acres: 0.11
  • Farm Supplement: No
  • Water Rights Supplement: No

Green Features

  • Green Building Verification Type: Home Energy Score
  • Green Energy Supplement: Yes
  • Green Verification HES Metric: 3
  • Green Verification HES: https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10193204
  • Green Verification HES Year: 2021

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 4039.01
  • Assessor Parcel Number: R222469
  • Tax Year: 2020

Multi Family

  • Non Owner Occ Supplement: No

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Vestal
  • High School: Leodis McDaniel
  • Middle School: Roseway Heights

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 20, 2021
Closed on
Sep 28, 2021
Sold by
Test Christine A
Bought by
Mendes Tyler and Burgess Jonathan
Seller's Agent
Helen Hoyt
Portland Creative Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Dana McKillop
Windermere Realty Trust
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$520,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-3.53%
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$514,592

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,408
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.60%
Original Mortgage
$416,000
Outstanding Balance
$383,445
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$148,289
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mendes Tyler $520,000 Wfg Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mendes Tyler $416,000
Previous Owner Test Christine A $360,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Sold $520,000 -3.5% $223 / Sq Ft
08/23/2021 08/23/21 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2021 08/20/21 For Sale $539,000 -- $232 / Sq Ft
Source: Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $4,578 $172,750 $0 $0
2022 $4,479 $167,720 $0 $0
2021 $4,403 $162,840 $0 $0
2020 $4,039 $158,100 $0 $0
2019 $3,891 $153,500 $0 $0
2018 $3,776 $149,030 $0 $0
2017 $3,619 $144,690 $0 $0
2016 $3,312 $140,480 $0 $0
2015 $3,225 $136,390 $0 $0
2014 $3,177 $132,420 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Helen Hoyt

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Helen Hoyt

    Portland Creative Realtors

    (503) 998-4429

    2 in this area

    150 Total Sales

    Helen Hoyt
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  • Lyle Peterson

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Lyle Peterson

    Portland Creative Realtors

    (503) 737-4732

    1 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Lyle Peterson
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  • Dana McKillop

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Dana McKillop

    Windermere Realty Trust

    (503) 348-1808

    1 in this area

    50 Total Sales

    Dana McKillop
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Map

Source: Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS)

MLS Number: 21524623

Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS)

APN: R222469

Oregon Multnomah County Portland 97215 Montavilla

42 SE 79th Ave, Portland, OR

This home is located at 42 SE 79th Ave, Portland, OR 97215 since 20 August 2021 and is currently estimated at $514,592, approximately $221 per square foot. This property was built in 1907. 42 SE 79th Ave is a home located in Multnomah County with nearby schools including Vestal Elementary School, Leodis V. McDaniel High School, and Portland Arthur Academy.

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