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About this home
Built in 1908 as the original home of John & Sarah Talbot on a private, flat & sunny lot - this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Portland Heights history that has been stylishly updated for modern living. Upon entry, you are greeted with a dramatic center staircase, rich original hardwood floors, oversize doorways, classic architectural detail & luxe modern lighting. Walls of windows and French doors throughout bring in beautiful natural light and greenery year round. A wonderful floor plan with 3 of the 4 bedrooms up top including a large ensuite primary, laundry & office. The spacious lower level has been fully finished offering the perfect bonus space to play, relax & workout. Outside features a grand front porch, paver patio and yard for entertaining & unwinding. Updates include a new heat pump/AC, water heater, electrical panel, plumbing, EV charging, cedar decks/exterior stairs & more. SW Talbot is a quiet quintessential Portland Heights street and a bike friendly Neighborhood Greenway, centrally located within walking distance to Council Crest, Fairmount Loop, Portland Heights Park & Ainsworth Elementary. [Home Energy Score = 4. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10026461]
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
2735 SW Talbot Rd · $1,199,000
$1.19M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.19M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
185 days
The average home goes pending in 15 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.5%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Hardwood floors
Wall-to-wall carpet
Laundry area
Washer and dryer included
Two gas fireplaces
Finished daylight basement with exterior entry
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on upper level with ensuite bathroom, fireplace and walk-in closet
Second bedroom on upper level with closet
Third bedroom on upper level with closet
Fourth bedroom on main level with deck access, French doors and closet
Office on upper level with hardwood floors
Bonus room on lower level (carpeted)
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms total
One full bath on the main level
Two full baths on the upper level
Kitchen
Built-in range
Free-standing refrigerator
Gas appliances
Range hood
Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Eat bar
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Gas hot water
Flooring
Hardwood floors in multiple main living areas and select rooms
Wall-to-wall carpet in bedrooms and lower-level bonus room
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Heat pump (provides heating and cooling)
Gas fuel
Exterior features
Deck
Patio
Porch
Yard
Gentle sloping lot
Territorial view
Home design
Single-family residence
Updated/remodeled condition
Wood siding
Composition roof
Built in 1908
Parking
On-street parking
Detached 1-car garage
Construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Other
Green certification
Electricity and solar
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Stunning home in wonderful Portland Heights. Quality built 1908 gem perched high above the street w/territorial views on flat sunny lot. Original home of John & Sarah Talbot, home boast 4 large beds, 3 full bths, +office, +basement. Expansive entryway w/'Here Comes the Bride' staircase, formal living & dining rms, wood floors thru-out. Master suite w/newly added bath, closet & fireplace. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://api.greenbuildingregistry.com/report/pdf/R173525-20180320.pdf]
Public Records
Aug 8, 2013
Sold
$735,000
$198/sq ft
RMLS #13148288
Aug 8, 2013
Sold
$741,250
$200/sq ft
Jun 13, 2013
Pending
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Jun 7, 2013
Listed
$749,000
$202/sq ft
+8
The Queen Mother of Talbot Road, said to be original home of John and Sarah Talbot. Wide, party size front porch, grand entryway with "Here comes the Bride" open staircase, all hardwoods, library off living room, huge dining room w/wainscot, lots of French doors. Updated kitchen with eating bar now joins a family room. Laundry up, unfinished basement. Lots of classic details and fabulous location on big, sunny lot.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,440 (+2.9%)
2024
$18,886 (+3.9%)
2023
$18,183 (+2.2%)
2022
$17,789 (+8.0%)
2021
$16,479 (+10.4%)
2020
$14,926 (+7.7%)
2019
$13,858 (+1.4%)
2018
$13,666 (+1.8%)
2017
$13,418 (+18.6%)
2016
$11,318 (+13.4%)
2015
$9,980 (+6.9%)
2014
$9,336 (+13.8%)
2013
$8,206 (+10.3%)
2012
$7,441 (+7.2%)
2011
$6,942 (−12.5%)
2010
$7,933 (−13.5%)
2009
$9,166
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,200 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1908
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,454
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,454
Year built
1908
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R173525
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R5
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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.
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Mar 1, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Remove and replace the kitchen waste line.
Kitchen
Plumbing
Feb 23, 2022 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Remodel
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
4 days above 91° expected this year, 8 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
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2735 SW Talbot Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $1,120,000 and $1,440,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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