Portland Heights pied-à-terre in the heart of "The Grid". Cherished by the same family for 2 generations. This charming 2-bedroom, ground level condominium offers hardwood floors, a fireplace, granite countertops and a covered south facing deck overlooking a quiet, lovely tree-lined street. Includes a two car, detached garage and 498 SF of additional space including a full bath in the lower level. This is a rare opportunity to own a historic gem in one of Portland's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Est. $2,398 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1837 SW Elm St #1
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #24140130
Aug 18, 2026
Sold
$585,000
$500/sq ft
May 28, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 13, 2026
Relisted
—
Mar 6, 2026
Pending
—
Dec 4, 2025
Price Changed
$605,000
$518/sq ft
Jul 19, 2025
Price Changed
$615,000
$526/sq ft
Jun 9, 2025
Price Changed
$629,000
$538/sq ft
Apr 7, 2025
Price Changed
$645,000
$552/sq ft
Dec 10, 2024
Price Changed
$659,000
$564/sq ft
Oct 24, 2024
Listed
$679,000
$581/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,388 (+3.6%)
2024
$8,095 (+4.0%)
2023
$7,784 (+2.2%)
2022
$7,615 (+1.7%)
2021
$7,487 (+9.0%)
2020
$6,867 (+3.8%)
2019
$6,615 (+3.0%)
2018
$6,421 (+4.3%)
2017
$6,154 (+9.3%)
2016
$5,631 (+6.0%)
2015
$5,311 (+2.4%)
2014
$5,185 (+13.3%)
2013
$4,578 (+18.1%)
2012
$3,878 (−1.7%)
2011
$3,946 (+0.9%)
2010
$3,911 (−7.7%)
2009
$4,236
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1917
Sq. Ft.
1,169
Year built
1917
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Multnomah County
APN
R516627
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
RM1
Residential Multi-Dwelling 1 Zone
The RM1 zone is a low-scale multi-dwelling zone that is generally applied in locations intended to provide a transition in scale to single-dwelling residential areas, such as the edges of mixed-use centers and civic corridors, and along or near neighborhood corridors. Allowed housing is characterized by one to three story buildings that relate to the patterns of residential neighborhoods, but at a somewhat larger scale and building coverage than allowed in the single-dwelling zones. The major types of new development will be duplexes, triplexes, rowhouses, courtyard housing, small apartment buildings, and other relatively small-scale multi-dwelling and small-lot housing types that are compatible with the characteristics of Portland's residential neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Deeded
Parking Total: 2
Garage Information
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Appliances
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Appliances, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Hot Water Description: Electricity, Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Garage Door Opener, Hardwood Floors, Washer/Dryer
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Insert
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Bathrooms Total Main Level: 1
Baths Total: 1
Room 7 Information
Area: 196
Description: 2nd Bedroom
Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floors
Features Cont: Double Closet
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Area: 228
Description: Dining Room
Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floors
Length: 12
Width: 19
Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Description: Family Room
Room 11 Information
Area: 121
Description: Kitchen
Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Appliances, Microwave
Features Cont: Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Granite
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Area: 280
Description: Living Room
Features: Deck, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors
Length: 20
Width: 14
Level: Main
Room 13 Information
Area: 210
Description: Primary Bedroom
Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floors
Features Cont: Double Closet
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: Main
Room 14 Information
Description: Great Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch
Exterior Description: Brick
Lot Information
Lot Features: Commons
Parcel Number: R516627
Parcel Number 2: R516636
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Condominium
Property Attached YN: No
Property Condition: Register of Historic Homes
Main Level Area Total: 1,169
Stories Total: 3
View YN: Yes
View Description: Seasonal
Building Information
Year Built: 1917
Building Area Total: 1,169
Building Area Description: County
Building Area Calculated: 1,169
Condominium Information
Condominium Yard YN: No
Condominium Washer Dryer: Shared
Condominium Units In Complex: 8
Condominium Total Levels: 3
Condominium Storage Unit No: 1
Condominium Storage Deeded Tax YN: No
Condominium Storage Avail YN: Yes
Condominium Storage Assigned YN: Yes
Condominium Storage Assigned Amount: 1.0
Condominium Smoking Policy YNUR: Unknown
Condominium Rent Policy: Unknown
Condominium Rent Cap YNUR: Unknown
Condominium Pet Policies YNUR: Yes
Condominium Parking Tax: 525.24
Condominium Parking Tandem YN: Yes
Condominium Parking Deeded YN 1: Yes
Condominium Parking Assigned YN 1: No
Condominium One Time Capital Improvement Contribution YNUR: Unknown
Condominium Move In Out Fee YNUR: Unknown
Condominium Garage Type: Deeded
Condominium Floor Plan: See Remarks
Condominium Elevator YN: No
Condominium Deck Dimensions: 9X9
Condominium Deck Avail YN: Yes
Condominium Deck Area: 88
Condominium Conversion YN: No
Condominium Concierge YN: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Legal Description: HEIGHTS CONDOMINIUM, LOT 1
Tax Annual Amount: $8,387.92
Rent Information
Rent Amount: $2,500
Lease / Rent Information
Land Lease YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Green Certification YN: No
Fuel Description: Electricity, Gas
Water Source: Public Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Baseboard
Cooling YN: No
Location
Unit Information
Unit Location: Ground Floor
HOA Information
Has HOA: Yes
Association Amenities: Commons, Exterior Maintenance, Hot Water, Insurance, Management, Sewer, Trash, Water
Association Fee: $756
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
School Information
Elementary School: Ainsworth
Middle Or Junior School: West Sylvan
High School: Lincoln
Location Information
Directions: SW Vista to Elm
Unparsed Address: 1837 SW ELM ST 1, Portland, OR 97201
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,169
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1917
Year Renovated: 1917
County: Multnomah County
APN: R516627
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 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 • 0.1mi
9/10
West Sylvan Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
6/10
Lincoln High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
6 hot days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
Wind Factor
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Air Factor
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Historical weather
Portland, OR • 97201
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Sun exposure
76/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
3.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$534,000 – $646,000
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