Pleased to exclusively represent the sale of 1659–1665 SE Rex Street, a five-unit apartment building located in the heart of Portland’s vibrant and highly sought-after Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood. This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire an asset with very stable rental history, low-density, single story with a diverse unit mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom floorplans. The property has been professionally managed and well maintained, with recent capital upgrades including a new torch-down roof (2023), new vinyl windows, and updated kitchens and bathrooms in select units. With very stabilized rents and exceptionally low turnover, Rex Street represents a turnkey investment in one of the metro’s most consistently performing submarkets.The property sits on a prominent corner lot at SE Rex and SE Milwaukie Avenue, providing excellent visibility and immediate access to the very best of Sellwood. Originally incorporated as its own city in the late 1800s, Sellwood has maintained its small-town charm while evolving into one of Portland’s most connected and livable neighborhoods. The neighborhood offers a balanced blend of historic homes, modern infill, lush parks, and a true sense of community — attracting long-term residents and renters alike who value walkability, bikeability, safety, and access to both urban and natural amenities.Portland’s multifamily fundamentals continue to improve, with the metro vacancy rate declining to 5.6% in 2024, and average rent growth reaching 2.5%, a trend expected to accelerate into 2025. The broader Portland MSA is forecast to outpace national household and population growth rates, supported by a diverse employment base and high quality of life. In this context, Rex Street stands out as a low-maintenance, income-producing asset in an irreplaceable location, appealing to investors seeking long-term stability, appreciation, and consistent demand in a premier Portland submarket.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
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Zoning
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Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Multnomah County
APN
R303698
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Last updated by owner on Aug 9, 2025.
CM2
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Commercial/Mixed Use 2
The Commercial/Mixed Use 2 (CM2) zone is a medium scale zone intended for sites in a variety of centers, along corridors, and in other mixed use areas that have frequent transit service. The zone allows a wide range and mix of commercial and residential uses, as well as employment uses that have limited off-site impacts. Buildings in this zone will generally be up to four stories tall unless height and floor area bonuses are used, or plan district provisions specify other height limits. Development is intended to be pedestrian-oriented, provide a strong relationship between buildings and sidewalks, and complement the scale of surrounding residentially zoned areas.
Zone overlays
Design Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Automotive repair garage
Day care facility
General retail
Hospital / medical center
Housing
Office
Educational / school
Recreation-Other
Park & open space
Mar 29, 2022 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Sep 6, 2018 • Final
Electrical
Remove and replace an electrical service panel.
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: On Street
Interior
Appliances
Hot Water Description: Other
Interior Features
Storage: None
Multi Unit Information
# Of Units Total: 5
Unit Information
Unit Type: 1, 2, 3
Unit Type 1 Information
Area: 684
Baths Total: 1
Beds Total: 1
Units Total: 1
Unit Type 2 Information
Area: 750
BathsTotal: 1
Beds Total: 2
Features: Wood Floors
Units Total: 3
Unit Type 3 Information
Area: 911
Baths Total: 1
Beds Total: 3
Units Total: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Flat
Exterior Description: Hard Concrete Stucco
Unreinforced Masonry Bldg: Unknown
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 7,405
Lot Size Range: 7,000 to 9,999 SqFt
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Size: 7,000 to 9,999 SqFt
Parcel Number: R303698
Road Surface Type: Paved
Property Information
Property Type: Multi Family
Property Attached YN: No
Property Condition: Existing
Security Features: None
View YN: No
Building Information
Year Built: 1948
Building Area Total: 3,999
Foundation Details: Other
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Legal Description: WESTMORELAND, BLOCK 5, S 1/2 OF LOT 11, LOT 12
Tax Annual Amount: $10,178.83
Rent Information
Rent Includes: Maintenance Grounds
Lease / Rent Information
CAP Rate: 5.76
Gross Rent Multiplier: 10.15
Utilities
Utility Information
Green Certification YN: No
Fuel Description: Electricity, Gas
Internet Service Type: Other
Water Source: Public Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Baseboard
Cooling YN: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Llewellyn
Middle Or Junior School: Sellwood
High School: Cleveland
Location Information
Directions: SE Rex St and SE Milwaukie Ave, NE corner.
Unparsed Address: 1659 SE REX ST, Portland, OR 97202
Community Information
Community Features: Laundry
Zoning: R-1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Multnomah County
APN: R303698
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 9, 2025
Other
Listing Information
MlsStatus: Sold
Listing Price Information
Price Type: List Price
Around this home
Schools
Llewellyn Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Sellwood Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Cleveland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 14 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, 21 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.