Sophisticated & elegant living in the heart of downtown Portland's cultural district. Reminiscent of a European neighborhood apartment in Paris or London. This light and bright corner unit is just steps to theatres, arts, dining & transit. Features a light & bright 2-bedroom or 1-bedroom plus den with hardwoods, granite, high-end appliances, built-in bookcases, high ceilings, a storage cage, laundry in the basement & secure adjacent parking. Beautiful rooftop terrace with gorgeous city views. The guest room is available with reservation. The Ambassador Apartments is a historic building in downtown Portland, Oregon. Since 1979, it has been on the National Register of Historic Places. One of the oldest and most celebrated residences in Portland. Commissioned in 1922 by Richard Wassall & Donald B. McBride (owner of DB McBride Woolen Co) and Designed by Carl L Lind.
CondoProperty Type
1923Year Built
$303Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Brian Johnson• Windermere Realty Trust
Bought with Yasmine Foroud• Windermere Realty Trust
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Market trends in Downtown Portland, OR
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-list price
97.9%
0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$352K
$30K MoM
Avg. days on market
84d
11 days MoM
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Sale history for 1209 SW 6th Ave #201
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jun 18, 2024
Sold
$374,300
$335/sq ft
RMLS #24249006
Jun 18, 2024
Sold
$375,000
$335/sq ft
May 18, 2024
Pending
—
May 10, 2024
Listed
$375,000
$335/sq ft
APPFOLIO #2
Apr 13, 2024
Rental Removed
$1,995
$2/sq ft
Apr 10, 2024
Listed for Rent
$1,995
$2/sq ft
APPFOLIO #1
Apr 10, 2024
Rental Removed
$1,995
$2/sq ft
Nov 2, 2023
Listed for Rent
$1,995
$2/sq ft
RMLS #13568310
Jun 12, 2013
Sold
$449,000
$402/sq ft
May 1, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 19, 2013
Listed
$449,000
$402/sq ft
+11
Sophisticated & elegant living in the heart of downtown Portland at its finest. Just steps to theatres, arts, & dining. Featuring hardwoods, granite, high-end appliances, den, built-in bookcases, high ceilings, storage, & secure adjacent parking. Beautiful roof top terrace with gorgeous city views. Access to community guest room.
Public Records
May 3, 2004
Sold
$445,000
$398/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 6, 2000
Sold
$300,000
$268/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1991
Sold
$125,000
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,805 (−12.5%)
2024
$8,918 (+0.5%)
2023
$8,876 (−1.3%)
2022
$8,997 (−0.5%)
2021
$9,045 (+4.1%)
2020
$8,692 (+0.4%)
2019
$8,656 (+3.0%)
2018
$8,402 (+4.3%)
2017
$8,053 (+9.3%)
2016
$7,369 (+2.7%)
2015
$7,175 (+5.0%)
2014
$6,832 (+12.7%)
2013
$6,064 (+8.2%)
2012
$5,605 (−1.3%)
2011
$5,679 (−0.3%)
2010
$5,694 (+2.7%)
2009
$5,543
Tax history for 1209 SW 6th Ave #201
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,805 (−12.5%)
2024
$8,918 (+0.5%)
2023
$8,876 (−1.3%)
2022
$8,997 (−0.5%)
2021
$9,045 (+4.1%)
2020
$8,692 (+0.4%)
2019
$8,656 (+3.0%)
2018
$8,402 (+4.3%)
2017
$8,053 (+9.3%)
2016
$7,369 (+2.7%)
2015
$7,175 (+5.0%)
2014
$6,832 (+12.7%)
2013
$6,064 (+8.2%)
2012
$5,605 (−1.3%)
2011
$5,679 (−0.3%)
2010
$5,694 (+2.7%)
2009
$5,543
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1923
Sq. Ft.
1,118
Year built
1923
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Multnomah County
APN
R104867
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
CX
D
Central Commercial Zone
The Central Commercial (CX) zone is intended to provide for commercial and mixed use development within Portlands most urban and intense areas, specifically the Central City and the Gateway Regional Center. A broad range of uses are allowed to reflect Portlands role as a commercial, cultural, residential, and governmental center. Development is intended to be very intense with high building coverage, large buildings, and buildings placed close together. Development is intended to be pedestrianoriented with a strong emphasis on a safe and attractive streetscape. The Design overlay zone is applied to this zone.
Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed, Main Floor Bedroom w/Bath, Parking
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
Window Features: Wood Frames
Basement: Full Basement, Storage Space
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Bathrooms Partial: 1
Bathrooms Partial Main Level: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Main Level: 1.1
Baths Total: 1.1
Room 7 Information
Area: 180
Description: 2nd Bedroom
Length: 10
Width: 18
Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Area: 143
Description: Dining Room
Features: Hardwood Floors
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Description: Family Room
Room 11 Information
Area: 77
Description: Kitchen
Features: Hardwood Floors, Updated/Remodeled
Length: 7
Width: 11
Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Area: 276
Description: Living Room
Features: Hardwood Floors
Features Cont: High Ceilings
Length: 12
Width: 23
Level: Main
Room 13 Information
Area: 154
Description: Primary Bedroom
Features: Hardwood Floors
Features Cont: Suite
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: Main
Room 14 Information
Description: Great Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Description: Brick
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Parcel Number: R104867
Road Surface Type: Paved
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Condominium
Property Attached YN: No
Property Condition: Resale
Main Level Area Total: 1,118
Stories Total: 9
Security Features: Entry, Security Gate
View YN: Yes
View Description: City
Building Information
Year Built: 1923
Building Area Total: 1,118
Building Area Description: RMLS
Building Area Calculated: 1,118
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Condominium Information
Condominium Yard YN: No
Condominium Units In Complex: 45
Condominium Unit Level: 2
Condominium Total Levels: 9
Condominium Total Elevators Private: 0
Condominium Total Elevators Common: 2
Condominium Storage Unit No: ?
Condominium Storage Deeded Tax YN: No
Condominium Storage Avail YN: Yes
Condominium Storage Assigned YN: Yes
Condominium Storage Assigned Amount: 0
Condominium Smoking Policy YNUR: Yes
Condominium Rent Policy: YES
Condominium Rent Cap YNUR: No
Condominium Public Remarks: Located at 1209 SW 6th Avenue, on prime downtown real estate, the Ambassador Apartments is a historic building in downtown Portland, Oregon. Since 1979, it has been on the National Register of Historic Places. One of the oldest and most celebrated residences in Portland. Commissioned in 1922 by Richard Wassall & Donald B. McBride (owner of DB McBride Woolen Co) Designed by Carl L Lind.
Condominium Pet Policies YNUR: Yes
Condominium Parking Tandem YN: No
Condominium Parking Space No: 12
Condominium Parking Deeded YN 1: No
Condominium Parking Assigned YN 1: Yes
Condominium Parking Assigned Amount Frequency 1: Monthly
Condominium Parking Assigned Amount 1: 245.0
Condominium One Time Capital Improvement Contribution YNUR: No
Condominium Move In Out Fee YNUR: Yes
Condominium Move In Out Fee Amount: $250
Condominium Garage Type: Rent
Condominium Floor Plan: One Level
Condominium Elevator YN: Yes
Condominium Deck Dimensions: ROOFTOP DECK
Condominium Deck Avail YN: Yes
Condominium Deck Area: 5050
Condominium Conversion YN: Yes
Condominium Concierge YN: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Legal Description: AMBASSADOR CONDOMINIUM, LOT 201
Tax Annual Amount: $8,876.19
Lease / Rent Information
Land Lease YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Green Certification YN: No
Fuel Description: Gas
Water Source: Public Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Hot Water
Cooling YN: No
Location
Unit Information
Unit Location: Upper Floor
HOA Information
Has HOA: Yes
Association Amenities: Commons, Exterior Maintenance, Heat, Hot Water, Management, Sewer, Trash, Water
Association Fee: $695
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
School Information
Elementary School: Chapman
Middle Or Junior School: West Sylvan
High School: Lincoln
Location Information
Directions: SW 6th & SW Madison St
Unparsed Address: 1209 SW 6TH AVE 201, Portland, OR 97204
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,118
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: 1923
County: Multnomah County
APN: R104867
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026