A rare opportunity to own one of Portland's classic American Foursquares, where original craftsmanship and stewardship have been honored for more than a century. Built in 1905, this 5-bedroom, 4-bath residence offers 4,040 square feet of architectural character & an exceptional collection of original details. The sunny south-facing home features soaring 10-foot ceilings, three original wood-burning fireplaces, Italian fireplace tile, a gracious front entry, butler's pantry, original fir woodwork, original wall sconces and pocket doors, and solid old-growth construction throughout. The current owners have preserved the home's architectural integrity while making improvements, including wood-clad double-hung windows on the second and third floors, a high-efficiency 96% gas furnace (2022), roof replacement (2023), refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and extensive restoration of original woodwork. Every improvement has respected the home's historic character. Lovingly cared for as a family home for more than 30 years, it has been filled with laughter, celebrations, and everyday moments that have become part of its story. Outside, the mature landscaping features a magnificent wisteria believed to be nearly a century old, a beautiful magnolia tree, flagstone pathways, basalt stonework, & gardens created over many years. The expansive covered front porch is quintessential Portland, while a custom rear wraparound porch extends the home's outdoor living space. A 55-foot driveway leads to the attached one-car garage, which provides direct basement access—a unique feature rarely found in homes of this era. The sunny finished third floor provides flexible living space & Mt. Hood views, while the unfinished full basement features an exterior entrance, abundant storage, & tremendous potential for future expansion. This authentic Portland classic has evolved thoughtfully over the past 120 years & offers a rare opportunity to become its next steward. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10250404]
Single-familyProperty Type
1905Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$209Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Hudson Poston• Windermere Community Realty
Northwest District, located between Burnside Street and Forest Park, is a historic and walkable Portland neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a strong café-and-boutique street scene. NW 23rd Avenue and NW Lovejoy Street concentrates the neighborhood’s character, where sidewalk patios, indie shops, and small galleries keep the sidewalks busy. Community pillars include Powell’s City of Books, Cinema 21, and the Portland Japanese Garden. Early-1900s apartment buildings and restored Victorians mix with contemporary infill along quiet, leafy streets. Forest Park trailheads and Washington Park’s cultural campuses shape daily routines as much as the dining rooms. Streetcar stops and bike routes stitch the district to downtown and the Pearl.
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Market insights
2425 NW Johnson St · $1,150,000
DAYS ON MARKET
21 days
The average home goes pending in 14 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.6%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,150,000
Median sale price in this area is $556,213. (52% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
30% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Third floor present
Ceiling fans
Hardwood and wood floors throughout
High ceilings
Three wood-burning fireplaces
Double-pane windows with wood frames
Full basement with exterior entry
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on upper level with bay window, bookcases, fireplace, high ceilings, and wood floors
Second bedroom on upper level with bay window, dressing room, ensuite bathroom, and hardwood floors
Third bedroom on upper level with closet and wood floors
Fourth bedroom on upper level
Fifth bedroom on upper level with balcony, ensuite bathroom, vaulted ceiling, and updated/remodeled features
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms (all on upper level)
One half bathroom (main level)
Kitchen
Built-in range
Cook island
Butler's pantry
Dishwasher
Disposal
Stainless steel appliances
Garden window
Deck access from kitchen
Updated/remodeled kitchen features
Wainscoting
Laundry & utility
Gas hot water
Flooring
Hardwood floors and wood floors throughout
Tile in select areas
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (95%+ efficiency)
No central cooling
Exterior features
Composition roof
Cedar lap siding
Garden, patio, and porch
Level lot with trees
Paved road frontage
City, mountain, and trees/woods views
Home design
Single-family residence (resale)
Property faces desirable views
Parking
Attached 1-car garage
Driveway and on-street parking
One covered garage space, one total parking space listed
Security
No security features listed
Construction
Built in 1905
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and gas service
Satellite internet
Green certified
Other
Zoned R1
Lot approximately 5,000–6,999 sqft (about 0.12 acre)
Total building area listed as 5,511 with calculated area 3,022
Electricity and solar
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The RM2 zone is a medium-scale multi-dwelling zone that is generally applied in and around a variety of centers and corridors that are well-served by transit. Allowed housing is characterized by buildings of up to three or four stories with a higher percentage of building coverage than in the RM1 zone, while still providing opportunities for landscaping and outdoor spaces that integrate with residential neighborhood characteristics. The major types of new housing development will be a diverse range of multi-dwelling structures and other compact housing that contribute to the intended urban scale of centers and corridors, while providing transitions in scale and characteristics to lower-scale residential neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Oct 23, 2012 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
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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
8 days above 92° expected this year, 15 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 • 97210
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Sun exposure
59/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2425 NW Johnson St
$1,126,375
$24K under list price of $1.15M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $1.6M.