Discover a captivating two-story mid-century perfectly positioned in Portland Heights. The light-filled home boasts floor-to-ceiling glass, open living spaces, vaulted ceilings, French doors opening onto a private patio and deck, and a luxurious main floor primary en suite. Two additional bedrooms, full bath and family room on the lower level. Originally built in 1959, this architectural gem, perched atop the city on a private cul-de-sac, has been extensively updated and refreshed for today's living. An exquisite blend of mid-century style and artistry.
*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
2.25
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
2,260
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R240061
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Apr 24, 2026.
R10
Z
Residential 10,000 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
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing
Nov 5, 2025 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Bathroom
Generator
Kitchen
Remodel
Jul 24, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Plumbing
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 Total: 2
Garage Information
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Appliances
Appliances: Built-in Range, Built-in Refrigerator, Cook Island, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Down Draft, Granite, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Interior Features
Interior Features: Garage Door Opener, Granite, High Ceilings, Laundry, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wall to Wall Carpet, Washer/Dryer, Wood Floors
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Basement: Finished, Full Basement
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bathrooms Total Lower Level: 1
Bathrooms Total Main Level: 2
Baths Total: 3
Room 4 Information
Area: 272
Description: Den
Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floors
Length: 16
Width: 17
Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Area: 154
Description: 2nd Bedroom
Features Cont: Double Closet, Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: Lower
Room 8 Information
Area: 130
Description: 3rd Bedroom
Features Cont: Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 10
Width: 13
Level: Lower
Room 9 Information
Area: 180
Description: Dining Room
Features: Formal
Features Cont: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wood Floors
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Area: 253
Description: Family Room
Features: Bathroom, Exterior Entry
Features Cont: Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 11
Width: 23
Level: Lower
Room 11 Information
Area: 209
Description: Kitchen
Features: Built-in Range, Cook Island, Eating Area, Skylight(s)
Features Cont: Built-in Oven, Granite, Wood Floors
Length: 19
Width: 11
Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Area: 336
Description: Living Room
Features: Deck, Fireplace, Formal, French Doors
Features Cont: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Wood Floors
Length: 21
Width: 16
Level: Main
Room 13 Information
Area: 270
Description: Primary Bedroom
Features Cont: Ensuite, Walk in Closet
Length: 15
Width: 18
Level: Main
Room 14 Information
Description: Great Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Description: Stone, Wood Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 9,583
Lot Size Range: 7,000 to 9,999 SqFt
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Lot Size: 7,000 to 9,999 SqFt
Lot Features: Cul-de-sac
Parcel Number: R240061
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Property Condition: Resale
Main Level Area Total: 2,060
Lower Level Area Total: 200
View YN: No
Building Information
Year Built: 1959
Building Area Total: 2,260
Building Area Description: County
Building Area Calculated: 2,060
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Legal Description: PARTITION PLAT 1998-47, LOT 1
Tax Annual Amount: $21,707.43
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: Forced Air
Cooling YN: No
Cooling: Air Conditioning Ready
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Ainsworth
Middle Or Junior School: West Sylvan
High School: Lincoln
Location Information
Directions: SW 16th Ave to Elizabeth St to Elizabeth Ct
Unparsed Address: 1540 SW Elizabeth CT, Portland, OR 97201
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.25
Sq. Ft.: 2,260
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Multnomah County
APN: R240061
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Apr 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MlsStatus: Sold
Listing Price Information
Price Type: List Price
New Construction Information
New Construction YN: No
Around this home
Schools
Ainsworth Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
West Sylvan Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
6/10
Lincoln High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 91° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
19 unhealthy days expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portland, OR • 97201
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.36M – $1.65M
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