Chip and Joanna would be proud. Complete reno to this stylish, immaculate 1940's cottage inside and out. Enjoy the sunrise from this private, one of a kind home built by the Dickenson jam family. Home features custom windows, wood floors, custom light fixtures, fireplace, library, original 1949 built-ins and cozy Jotul wood stove. Kitchen includes Quartz counters, farm sink, Kitchenaid appl suite and custom tile.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$289Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Danielle Thornton• Stellar Realty Northwest
Amazing 1950's mid-century home on .41 acres! Address is on Stephenson but home faces Dickinson! Terraced Lot w/ huge trees, and mature plantings! Private and serene! Formal Living & Dining,gleaming hardwoods; great rm w/ French doors to brick patio & sun room & exposed brick. Huge basement w/ workshop! Close to schools, shopping, restaurants, Lewis & Clark, OHSU, and freeway access! Move-In Ready! Open Sunday,12:00PM-4:00PM
Public Records
Oct 1, 1991
Sold
$142,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,683 (+3.7%)
2024
$9,335 (+4.0%)
2023
$8,976 (+2.2%)
2022
$8,782 (+1.7%)
2021
$8,634 (+9.0%)
2020
$7,920 (+9.1%)
2019
$7,262 (+3.0%)
2018
$7,048 (+4.3%)
2017
$6,755 (+9.3%)
2016
$6,181 (+2.7%)
2015
$6,019 (+1.5%)
2014
$5,928 (+4.4%)
2013
$5,680 (+10.8%)
2012
$5,127 (+1.7%)
2011
$5,041 (+5.5%)
2010
$4,777 (+2.7%)
2009
$4,650
Tax history for 2240 SW Stephenson St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,683 (+3.7%)
2024
$9,335 (+4.0%)
2023
$8,976 (+2.2%)
2022
$8,782 (+1.7%)
2021
$8,634 (+9.0%)
2020
$7,920 (+9.1%)
2019
$7,262 (+3.0%)
2018
$7,048 (+4.3%)
2017
$6,755 (+9.3%)
2016
$6,181 (+2.7%)
2015
$6,019 (+1.5%)
2014
$5,928 (+4.4%)
2013
$5,680 (+10.8%)
2012
$5,127 (+1.7%)
2011
$5,041 (+5.5%)
2010
$4,777 (+2.7%)
2009
$4,650
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
1949
Sq. Ft.
1,964
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R146990
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R10
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing
Jun 13, 2018 • Final
Electrical
Perform a kitchen remodel.
Electrical
Kitchen
Remodel
Dec 13, 2017 • Final
Electrical
Install electrical wiring to a shed.
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: Driveway, On Street
Parking Total: 2
Garage Information
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour Unbranded: Yes
Has Virtual Tour Unbranded 2: Yes
Appliances
Appliances: Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Appliances, Instant Hot Water, Pantry, Quartz, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Trash Compactor, Wine Cooler
Hot Water Description: Gas, Tank
Interior Features
Has Accessibility: Yes
Accessibility Features: Garage on Main, Ground Level
Interior Features: Concrete Floor, Garage Door Opener, Hardwood Floors, Laundry, Quartz, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wall to Wall Carpet, Water Purifier, Wood Floors
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas, Stove, Wood Burning
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames
Basement: Full Basement, Unfinished
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Main Level: 2
Baths Total: 2
Room 4 Information
Description: Mud Room
Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Description: Library
Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floors
Features Cont: Closet
Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Description: 2nd Bedroom
Features: Loft
Features Cont: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Description: 3rd Bedroom
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Description: Dining Room
Features: Built-in Features
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Description: Family Room
Features: Sliding Doors
Features Cont: Tile Floor, Wood Stove
Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Description: Kitchen
Features: Built-in Features
Features Cont: Quartz, Wood Floors
Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Description: Living Room
Features: Fireplace
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Level: Main
Room 13 Information
Description: Primary Bedroom
Features: Built-in Features, Patio
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Level: Main
Room 14 Information
Description: Great Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features: Garden, Gas Hookup, Patio, Porch, Public Road, Tool Shed, Yard
Exterior Description: Board & Batten Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 17,859
Lot Size Range: 15,000 to 19,999 SqFt
Lot Size Acres: 0.41
Lot Size: 15,000 to 19,999 SqFt
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Private, Trees
Parcel Number: R146990
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Property Condition: Resale
Main Level Area Total: 1,964
Lower Level Area Total: 1,288
View YN: Yes
View Description: Territorial, Trees/Woods
Building Information
Year Built: 1949
Building Area Total: 3,252
Building Area Description: County
Building Area Calculated: 1,964
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2017
Tax Legal Description: DICKINSON SUB, LOT 9
Tax Annual Amount: $6,755.28
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 - 95+%, Wood Stove
Cooling YN: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Stephenson
Middle Or Junior School: Jackson
High School: Wilson
Location Information
Directions: Corner of SW Stephenson and SW Dickinson. Front of home faces Dickinson.
Unparsed Address: 2240 SW STEPHENSON ST, Portland, OR 97219
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Zoning: R10
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,964
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1949
County: Multnomah County
APN: R146990
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MlsStatus: Sold
Listing Price Information
Price Type: List Price
New Construction Information
New Construction YN: No
Around this home
Schools
Stephenson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
10/10
Jackson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
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
7 days above 92° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portland, OR • 97219
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.6 hrs
2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$893,000 – $1.08M
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