Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in University Park, just a block from Columbia Park and less than a mile from Waud Bluff and the University of Portland. Inside, enjoy a spacious living room with hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The dining room offers easy access to a serene backyard, perfect for gatherings. The large kitchen features stainless steel appliances and ample storage, complemented by two main-floor bedrooms and a full bath. The upper level boasts an additional bedroom, a cute loft area, and a bonus room—ideal for guests or a home office. The semi-finished basement includes a laundry area and a beautifully renovated second full bath. With an attached garage, private driveway, and backyard shed, this home has it all. Conveniently located near restaurants and grocery stores on N Lombard St. Don’t miss out—schedule your tour today! [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10201891]
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
5,662 sq ftLot Size
$257Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Sarah Renard• Windermere Realty Trust
Contact: 206-355-9741
Bought with Tage Packebush• Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
Back on market after extensive upgrades! Charming cape cod in right next to the University of Portland & steps away from Columbia Park in the heart of St. Johns! Features covered back deck, newly refinished hardwood floors & carpet, new interior paint, large bonus room, newer electrical & plumbing & large backyard perfect for entertaining! Comes with 5 bedrooms & finished basement with separate entrance. Come see all the character & charm this immaculate home & friendly community has to offer! [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10201891]
RMLS #14554645
Nov 10, 2014
Sold
$349,900
$146/sq ft
Oct 9, 2014
Pending
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Oct 2, 2014
Price Changed
$349,900
$146/sq ft
Aug 8, 2014
Listed
$359,900
$150/sq ft
+11
Wow - immaculate home with lots of windows and light. Solid oak hardwood flooring throughout. Spacious family room w/fireplace. Open kitchen that flows to dining. 2 bedrooms on main level with an additional bedroom on upper level. Large basement w/many possibilities. New 93% efficient gas furnace. Very special, private backyard, fully fenced, w/12 x 20 covered Cedar deck & lovely landscaping. Walking distance to Columbia Park.
Public Records
Sep 29, 1995
Sold
$120,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,681 (+3.7%)
2024
$5,477 (+4.0%)
2023
$5,266 (+2.2%)
2022
$5,152 (+1.7%)
2021
$5,065 (+9.0%)
2020
$4,647 (+3.8%)
2019
$4,476 (+3.0%)
2018
$4,345 (+4.3%)
2017
$4,164 (+9.3%)
2016
$3,810 (+2.7%)
2015
$3,710 (+1.5%)
2014
$3,654 (+2.4%)
2013
$3,570 (+10.5%)
2012
$3,230 (+3.9%)
2011
$3,108 (+5.4%)
2010
$2,949 (+2.7%)
2009
$2,872
Tax history for 4502 N Amherst St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,681 (+3.7%)
2024
$5,477 (+4.0%)
2023
$5,266 (+2.2%)
2022
$5,152 (+1.7%)
2021
$5,065 (+9.0%)
2020
$4,647 (+3.8%)
2019
$4,476 (+3.0%)
2018
$4,345 (+4.3%)
2017
$4,164 (+9.3%)
2016
$3,810 (+2.7%)
2015
$3,710 (+1.5%)
2014
$3,654 (+2.4%)
2013
$3,570 (+10.5%)
2012
$3,230 (+3.9%)
2011
$3,108 (+5.4%)
2010
$2,949 (+2.7%)
2009
$2,872
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,700 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1945
Sq. Ft.
1,801
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R307613
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
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
Nov 3, 2014 • Final
Electrical
Install new electrical circuits in the kitchen and install ground fault circuit interrupter protection. Perform electrical work for a water heater.
Electrical
Kitchen
Plumbing
Water heater
Apr 7, 2014 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
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.