Nestled at the end of a quiet street in one of Southwest Portland’s most coveted pockets, this updated 1965 Northwest Contemporary home delivers an exceptional blend of modern living, natural seclusion, and versatile space. Set on a beautiful 1-acre terraced lot, this property offers a peaceful sanctuary framed by mature trees and greenery—all just minutes from downtown Portland, OHSU, Lewis & Clark College, and Lake Oswego. Enjoy access to Tryon Creek State Park, with a trailhead just 1,000 feet from the front door.Classic NW architecture combined with mid-century modern elements make this a very comfortable, livable home. The interior includes warm wood, abundant daylight, and modern updates throughout.The main floor boasts an expansive living area anchored by a cozy wood fireplace, flowing into a bright layout designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining. Below, the daylight lower level features 3 bedrooms, a full bath and its own separate exterior entrance, presenting flexible potential for sound-separation between levels, guest quarters, home office, or an income-producing rental setup.Outside, the fully usable 1-acre grounds are a rare find in the city; enjoy private terraced gardens, gentle slopes, and ample open space with potential for a sports court, pool, etc. The large, covered outdoor entertaining area is a NW dream, allowing outdoor living year round.Below the house is a fully built-out yurt with sleeping loft, kitchen, bathroom, sauna and cold-plunge, suitable for guests, a home office, an art studio, or simply a personal wellness space. [Home Energy Score = 3. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10250938]
Est. $3,876 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1046 SW Palatine St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #742303196
Sep 2, 2026
Sold
$1,005,000
$321/sq ft
Aug 3, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 1, 2026
Listed
$984,500
$315/sq ft
RMLS #14516145
Jul 16, 2014
Sold
$545,000
$174/sq ft
May 21, 2014
Pending
—
May 2, 2014
Relisted
—
Apr 22, 2014
Pending
—
Apr 14, 2014
Listed
$549,000
$176/sq ft
+7
Beautifully remodeled. New:windows,paint,carpet.1 acre of lawns,garden,trees-so private,dead end street.Finished basement-own entrance-could be mother-in-law apt. or rental.Room for sports court,RV parking or pool. 10min. to Lewis&Clark,OHSU&downtown
Public Records
Jun 16, 1995
Sold
$213,000
$68/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1985
Sold
$104,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,644 (+3.7%)
2024
$14,118 (+4.0%)
2023
$13,575 (+2.2%)
2022
$13,281 (+1.7%)
2021
$13,056 (+9.0%)
2020
$11,977 (+8.7%)
2019
$11,023 (+3.0%)
2018
$10,699 (+4.3%)
2017
$10,254 (+9.3%)
2016
$9,383 (+2.7%)
2015
$9,136 (+19.4%)
2014
$7,650 (+6.9%)
2013
$7,157 (+5.9%)
2012
$6,760 (+3.9%)
2011
$6,505 (+5.5%)
2010
$6,164 (+2.7%)
2009
$6,001
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
2,864
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R331549
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
R20
Z
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Residential 20,000 Zone
The single-dwelling zones are intended to preserve land for housing and to provide housing opportunities for individual households. The zones implement the comprehensive plan policies and designations for single-dwelling housing and provide options for infill housing that is compatible with the scale of the single-dwelling neighborhood.
Zone overlays
Constrained Sites Overlay Zone
Environmental Conservation Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing
May 7, 2019 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Addition
May 21, 2014 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Parking Total: 2
Garage Information
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Appliances
Appliances: Built-in Oven, Built-in Range, Cook Island, Double Oven, Down Draft, Gas Appliances, Microwave, Quartz, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Hot Water Description: Gas
Interior Features
Has Accessibility: Yes
Accessibility Features: Garage on Main, Main Floor Bedroom w/Bath, Parking
Optional Level Area Total: 200
Optional Level: Lower
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floors, Separate Living Quarters/Apartment/Aux Living Unit, Washer/Dryer
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Basement: Finished, Full Basement
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 2
Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Bathrooms Partial: 1
Bathrooms Partial Main Level: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
Bathrooms Total Lower Level: 2
Bathrooms Total Main Level: 1.1
Baths Total: 3.1
Room 7 Information
Description: 2nd Bedroom
Room 8 Information
Description: 3rd Bedroom
Room 9 Information
Description: Dining Room
Room 10 Information
Description: Family Room
Room 11 Information
Description: Kitchen
Room 12 Information
Description: Living Room
Room 13 Information
Description: Primary Bedroom
Level: Main
Room 14 Information
Description: Great Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features: Built-in Hot Tub, Covered Deck, Fenced, Fire Pit, Garden, Gas Hookup, Raised Beds, Sauna
Exterior Description: Shake Siding, Wood Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 43,560
Lot Size Range: 1 to 2.99 Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1
Lot Size: 1 to 2.99 Acres
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping, Secluded, Terraced, Trees, Wooded