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About this home
Nestled in Portland’s prestigious West Hills, this extraordinary estate offers sweeping views of the city skyline, Willamette River, and Cascade Mountains. Set on 1.17 acres of gated, park-like grounds, the property blends historic elegance with modern luxury.Originally built in 1887 by JJ McCaffrey and thoughtfully updated in 1928 by renowned architects Jacobberger and Smith, the residence showcases timeless craftsmanship and architectural distinction. The home has been exceptionally maintained over decades of ownership. Inside, experience approximately 10,000sf of living space that unfolds across four levels, featuring elaborate moldings, stained glass windows, rich wood floors, and multiple fireplaces. Grand formal rooms are complemented by a marble-clad chef’s kitchen with Thermador appliances, a butler’s pantry, and exquisite built-ins throughout.The upper-level grand ballroom represents architecture at its finest with maple wood floors, curved trusses, under-eave insulated storage, and finished with tongue and groove fir ceilings. The estate also includes two separate dwellings: a 2-bedroom, 1-bath guest house with fireplace and scenic views, and a 1-bedroom, 1-bath carriage house with full kitchen, office space, and a six-car garage. Outdoor amenities elevate the lifestyle with a full-size tennis court, in-ground pool surrounded by Italian porcelain patio, cobblestone driveway, and manicured gardens.Located minutes from NW 23rd, downtown Portland, top-rated schools including Ainsworth Elementary and Lincoln High, and major medical centers, this rare offering combines privacy, prestige, and convenience in one of the city’s most coveted settings. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10226736]
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
1.17 acresLot Size
$432Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Patrick Clark• Christie's International Real Estate Evergreen
Southwest Hills, located between Downtown Portland and Washington Park, is a hillside and residential Portland neighborhood with forested slopes and panoramic city views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along SW Vista Ave near the Vista Bridge, where winding lanes, trailheads, and quiet overlooks set the tone. Landmark architecture ranges from mid-century view homes to contemporary builds tucked into steep terrain. Council Crest Park frames the skyline from Portland’s highest public point. Hoyt Arboretum and the Marquam Nature Park trail network shape an outdoors-forward daily rhythm. The Oregon Zoo and Portland Japanese Garden add cultural gravity just beyond the ridgeline.
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Offer insights
1816 SW Hawthorne Ter · $4,250,000
$4.16M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $4.16M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
322 days
The average home goes pending in 19 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.5%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
High ceilings
Marble finishes
Tile and wood flooring
Wainscoting
Separate living quarters / accessory apartment
Double pane windows with wood frames
Exterior-entry basement
3 fireplaces (gas and wood burning)
Accessibility features: garage on main
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom (upper level)
Second bedroom (upper level)
Third bedroom (upper level)
Office (upper level)
Bathrooms
7 total bathrooms (5 full, 2 partial)
Kitchen
Built-in range
Built-in refrigerator
Dishwasher
Disposal
Appliance garage
Butler's pantry
Island
Marble countertops/finishes
Plumbed for ice maker
Pot filler
Range hood
Trash compactor
Gas hot water
Laundry & utility
Plumbed connections for washer/dryer (laundry utilities implied)
Flooring
Wood floors
Tile floor
Marble
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Radiant heating
No central cooling listed
Exterior features
Brick exterior
Accessory dwelling unit / guest quarters
Garden
In-ground pool
Patio
Tennis court(s)
Yard
Gated and private lot
City, mountain and river views
Concrete and paved road access
Home design
Single-family residence
Registered historic home
Views of city, mountains and river
Multiple levels (main, upper, lower areas recorded)
Parking
Driveway
Detached extra-deep garage partially converted to living space (3 garage spaces)
Total parking for 3 vehicles
Security
Entry security and gated access
Construction
Built in 1930
Roof: other
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and gas available
Cable internet
Green certified
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Zoning: R10
Financial info
Not a land lease
Other
Large building area reported with multiple level area totals
Electricity and solar
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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.
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing
Feb 29, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Install a backflow preventer for a gas boiler.
Gas
Plumbing
Jan 12, 2023 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
HVAC
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.
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
5 days above 91° expected this year, 10 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
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 3% for direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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6.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1816 SW Hawthorne Ter
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $1,135,000 and $2,750,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $2.8M.