Cheerful Cape Cod not on the market for 35 years! Coveted location with picture-esque view of Fernhill Park. Charming to the max with hardwood and fir floors, recently refinished. Large living room has wood fireplace and an enormous picture window with a front row view of the park. Two main-floor bedrooms and a sweet main-floor bathroom. The freshly painted and expansive basement area is a fabulous space to add more finished living area. The garden, tended to with love and attention for many years, is a true oasis with gorgeous plantings, mature trees, and a thoughtful landscape design. It's a magical respite on summer afternoons. Enthusiasts of all kinds will LOVE the attached garage space/studio? More living area? So many options! 96% eff gas furnace, brand-new, rebuilt chimney from roofline up, DEQ cert oil tank, all new ceiling insulation. Energy Score is a 6/10! Incredible location next to one of the best Parks(ever!)and easy stroll to coffee, New Seasons, and many nearby neighborhood centers with top restaurants, cafes, and nightlife- Killingsworth and 30th, Alberta Arts, Dekum Triangle. Home Energy Score 6/10. Plus you get to enjoy the Kennedy school soaking tub for free! Don't miss a chance on this cutie pie. [Home Energy Score = 6. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10249076]
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$317Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Karoline Ashley• Windermere Realty Trust
Est. $2,329 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
Nice update home, spacious basement, and spacious private backyard. Located right across the street from a Fernhill park.
3 months ago
Tari Oniashvili
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Sale and tax history for 3814 NE Simpson St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #361579078
Jul 14, 2026
Sold
$540,000
$317/sq ft
Jul 2, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 23, 2026
Listed
$485,000
$284/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1988
Sold
$43,900
$26/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1988
Sold
$28,600
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,204 (+3.7%)
2024
$4,053 (+4.0%)
2023
$3,898 (+2.2%)
2022
$3,813 (+1.7%)
2021
$3,749 (+9.0%)
2020
$3,439 (+3.8%)
2019
$3,313 (+3.0%)
2018
$3,216 (+4.3%)
2017
$3,082 (+9.3%)
2016
$2,820 (+2.7%)
2015
$2,746 (+1.5%)
2014
$2,705 (+2.4%)
2013
$2,643 (+10.5%)
2012
$2,391 (+3.9%)
2011
$2,301 (+5.4%)
2010
$2,183 (+2.7%)
2009
$2,126
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,350 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
864
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R315259
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
R5
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Residential 5,000 zone
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Zone overlays
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Feb 21, 2017 • Final
Mechanical
Gas
HVAC
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