Set on one of Sellwood’s most beloved, tree-lined streets, this reimagined 1950 home blends mid-century charm with a standout list of modern upgrades. The finished basement is a true highlight with daylight windows, a full laundry room, and a luxe ensuite bath featuring heated floors, digital shower controls, and an outlet for a heated toilet seat. Low-VOC carpet, LED lighting, and custom closet systems add comfort and style.The detached studio stuns with Tigerwood siding, a mini split for heating/cooling, internet connectivity, indoor/outdoor audio wiring, and pre-wiring for heated floors—ideal for guests, remote work, or creative use.Inside the main home, thoughtful updates prioritize comfort, health, and efficiency. A full electrical upgrade includes 200-amp service, subpanels in both garage and studio, all-new wiring in garage and basement, EV charger readiness, and CAT-6 ethernet to both outbuildings. Plumbing has been overhauled with PEX-A lines, new drains, and pre-plumbing for a future second-story bath and whole-house water filter. A seismic retrofit, radon mitigation system, and ERV system enhance safety and air quality. LED lighting, zero-VOC paint, and custom closet systems are found throughout.Outside, the deep lot delivers curb appeal and functionality with custom cedar fencing, fresh gravel with stabilization grid, regraded sod, outlined garden beds for low-maintenance living, landscape lighting, and a smart multi-zone irrigation system with expansion-ready lines.Enjoy the walkability, community charm, and traditional “trick-or-treat” vibes of Sellwood—just steps to shops, restaurants, parks, and riverfront paths. This is Sellwood living—done right.
Charming home with a two car garage and deep backyard. The main level has the bedrooms, living room and kitchen. The basement is partially finished with a 1/2 bath, laundry and gas fire.
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Delightful midcentury classic nestled on a quiet street in the perfect Sellwood-Moreland location, just blocks from the heart of the shopping/dining districts on SE 13th & SE Bybee/17th. Glowing hdwd floors, updated kitchen, chic vintage tile bath--and a wallbed in the second bedroom offers easy conversion from office to guest room. Fabulous bsmt w/ high ceilings, gas fireplace, half bath. Extra-deep, sunny yard is a gardener's paradise. Oversized garage, central air! Walkscore 91, Bikescore 80. [Home Energy Score = 5. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10194205]
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,308 (+22.1%)
2024
$5,985 (+4.0%)
2023
$5,755 (+2.2%)
2022
$5,630 (+1.7%)
2021
$5,535 (+9.0%)
2020
$5,077 (+3.8%)
2019
$4,891 (+3.0%)
2018
$4,747 (+4.3%)
2017
$4,550 (+9.3%)
2016
$4,163 (+2.7%)
2015
$4,054 (+1.5%)
2014
$3,993 (+2.4%)
2013
$3,901 (+10.5%)
2012
$3,529 (+3.9%)
2011
$3,396 (+5.4%)
2010
$3,222 (+2.7%)
2009
$3,138
Tax history for 1532 SE Malden St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,308 (+22.1%)
2024
$5,985 (+4.0%)
2023
$5,755 (+2.2%)
2022
$5,630 (+1.7%)
2021
$5,535 (+9.0%)
2020
$5,077 (+3.8%)
2019
$4,891 (+3.0%)
2018
$4,747 (+4.3%)
2017
$4,550 (+9.3%)
2016
$4,163 (+2.7%)
2015
$4,054 (+1.5%)
2014
$3,993 (+2.4%)
2013
$3,901 (+10.5%)
2012
$3,529 (+3.9%)
2011
$3,396 (+5.4%)
2010
$3,222 (+2.7%)
2009
$3,138
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,775 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
884
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R219304
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
R5
Residential 5,000 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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Nov 1, 2024 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Bathroom
Remodel
Jul 9, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Expand a basement bathroom by adding a shower and relocating the toilet and vanity.
Bathroom
Plumbing
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