Three distinct living spaces. One unforgettable property. Tucked above Reed Canyon on a quiet dead end street, the Reed Canyon Retreat delivers something Portland rarely sees: West Hills privacy and elevation with East Side walkability. The property lives like a private retreat. A beautifully updated 1923 Craftsman main house, a newly built two bedroom ADU above the garage and a detached studio with full bathroom all surround a private pool, flat grassy yard, elevated fire pit lounge and multiple outdoor gathering spaces wrapped in mature privacy hedges. Step through the back gate and you are immediately on the Reed Canyon trail system. The 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom main house unfolds across three finished levels with thoughtful updates and incredible indoor outdoor flow. French doors from the living room, dining room and kitchen all open directly to the deck & patio. The beautifully updated kitchen anchors the home with a large island, high-end appliances and a sink perfectly positioned for sunset views. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace and six floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum natural light. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a fireplace, private deck and a huge walk-in closet. Downstairs, the daylight lower level offers a family room with projector and climbing wall, kitchenette, full bathroom and mudroom with direct pool access. Built in 2023, the detached studio is ideal for guests, office space or extended stays with high ceilings and French doors for seamless indoor outdoor living. Above the garage, the ADU lives like a true standalone home with two bedrooms, full kitchen, skylight and private gated access. Updates include brand new roof on main house, Marvin clad wood windows, updated plumbing, electric & HVAC. Rarely does a property offer this level of flexibility, privacy and income potential while still feeling warm, connected and genuinely special. A true Portland compound designed to evolve with the people lucky enough to call it home.
Est. $2,820 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3812 SE Ellis St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #318124611
May 29, 2026
Sold
$1,843,000
$402/sq ft
May 15, 2026
Pending
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May 8, 2026
Listed
$1,895,000
$413/sq ft
RMLS #19692230
Oct 16, 2019
Sold
$892,000
$194/sq ft
Jul 21, 2019
Pending
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Jun 7, 2019
Relisted
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May 26, 2019
Pending
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May 14, 2019
Price Changed
$900,000
$196/sq ft
Apr 13, 2019
Price Changed
$925,000
$202/sq ft
Mar 1, 2019
Listed
$960,000
$209/sq ft
Located in the prestigious Reed neighborhood, this timeless 1923 character-rich home offers the most gracious living from past to present. The sprawling 3 bed, 4 bath craftsman home features original hardwood floors throughout, gourmet kitchen, recently updated bathrooms. Anchoring the private backyard oasis: pool, fire-pit area and let us not forget the potential ADU w/ private entrance, sep Kitchen, and so much more.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Zoning
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Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R312845
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Last updated by owner on Nov 22, 2023.
R5
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Apr 15, 2026 • Active
Tree code
Remove trees from a private property.
Grading
Jan 3, 2024 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
ADU
Electrical
New construction
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
Parking Total: 1
Garage Information
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Virtual Tour Type: Video
Has Virtual Tour Unbranded: Yes
Appliances
Appliances: Appliance Garage, Built-in Range, Built-in Refrigerator, Cook Island, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Appliances, Island, Pantry, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Pot Filler, Quartz, Range Hood, Solid Surface Countertop, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)