Thoughtfully refreshed and ready for its next chapter, this classic Northeast Portland bungalow beautifully blends timeless character with modern updates. Original hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a cozy gas fireplace create a warm, inviting atmosphere, while the updated kitchen features quartz countertops, ample workspace, and a charming dining nook. The versatile floor plan offers two bedrooms and a full bath on the main level, plus a finished lower level with its own exterior entrance, bedroom, full bathroom, and kitchenette. Whether you're hosting guests, accommodating multigenerational living, creating a media or hobby space, or exploring income potential, the lower level offers exceptional flexibility. Significant electrical and plumbing updates completed in 2018, a high-efficiency mini split for year-round heating and cooling, Tankless hot water heater, a Home Energy Score of 10, and an ERV ventilation system provide modern comfort behind the home's timeless charm. Outside, enjoy a spacious deck overlooking the backyard, refreshed landscaping, and a newly constructed retaining wall. A move-in ready Portland classic blending character, thoughtful updates, and flexible living in one of Northeast Portland's most desirable neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$306Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Casey Riley• Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Ronda Joseph• Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
Est. $2,995 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
This well-maintained home features a top-tier Home Energy Score of 10, highlighting its exceptional energy efficiency and smart design. A cozy gas fireplace enhances the living space with warmth and charm. Additionally, the property includes a...
permitted accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on the lower level, complete with a bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette, offering excellent potential for rental income or comfortable guest accommodations.
9 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Timothy Murray
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 244 NE Buffalo St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #796779520
Aug 17, 2026
Sold
$540,000
$306/sq ft
Jul 27, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 24, 2026
Listed
$530,000
$300/sq ft
RMLS #21076875
Jul 30, 2021
Sold
$570,000
$323/sq ft
Jul 2, 2021
Pending
—
Jun 11, 2021
Listed
$569,000
$323/sq ft
Vintage bungalow impeccably reimagined for you .So well designed that it gets a perfect 10 HES. Light-filled rooms with gleaming wood floors, gas fireplace.kitchen with butcher block counters ,dining nook.Two bedrooms and bath on main.The lower level is a permitted ADU/AIRBNB with bath,bedroom,gathering room with kitchenette. Extra income or living space.Front porch with lovely garden plus a deck to enjoy the incredible backyard with raised beds, trellises and abundant plants. Welcome home, [Home Energy Score = 10. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10192172]
RMLS #15344776
May 19, 2015
Sold
$276,900
$157/sq ft
Apr 2, 2015
Pending
—
Mar 30, 2015
Listed
$249,000
$141/sq ft
Very Cute fixer, most of the original charm is still intact! newer ADA bathroom with roll-in shower. cute front porch, fenced yard, covered patio(some leaks)private backyard, good sized rooms, kit w/breakfast nook, hardwoods under carpet, could be a real diamond in the rough!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,891 (+3.7%)
2024
$4,716 (+4.0%)
2023
$4,534 (+2.2%)
2022
$4,436 (+1.7%)
2021
$4,361 (+9.0%)
2020
$4,001 (+3.8%)
2019
$3,854 (+3.0%)
2018
$3,741 (+4.3%)
2017
$3,585 (+41.9%)
2016
$2,527 (+8.6%)
2015
$2,327 (+1.5%)
2014
$2,292 (+2.4%)
2013
$2,239 (+10.5%)
2012
$2,026 (+3.9%)
2011
$1,949 (+5.4%)
2010
$1,850 (+2.7%)
2009
$1,801
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
5,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1925
Sq. Ft.
1,764
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R209338
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
R5
H
Residential 5,000 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.
Zone overlays
Aircraft Landing Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Jun 24, 2022 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
May 19, 2021 • Final
Plumbing
Grading
Plumbing
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.