Tucked into Portland’s Bridlemile neighborhood, this thoughtfully updated one-level home offers vaulted ceilings, a large private yard, and a quiet setting surrounded by mature trees. The light-filled living room features skylights and an open layout with large sliding doors to the back patio. Functional 3-bedroom, 2-bath floor plan includes engineered hardwood floors, generous storage, and a primary suite. The spacious backyard offers room to relax, garden, entertain, or create additional outdoor living space—ideal for those seeking privacy and usable yard space in SW Portland. Located just minutes from parks, trail access, and key commuting routes into downtown Portland, this Bridlemile property blends single-level living with convenient access to nature, neighborhood amenities, and city connectivity.
Bridlemile, located between Washington Park and Tryon Creek State Natural Area, is a residential and hillside Portland neighborhood with winding streets and forested ravines. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around SW 45th Avenue and SW Vermont Street, where a small cluster of local storefronts and everyday errands sets a calm, village-like rhythm. Community pillars include the historic Raleigh Hills Theater, the Portland Golf Club, and the Oregon Zoo just to the east. Mid-century ranches and traditional homes sit on larger lots, often framed by tall firs and deep setbacks. Trails and green corridors shape daily routines, with views and elevation changes defining the geography. A steady, low-key pace carries through the area’s parks, schools, and corner cafés.
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Market insights
4721 SW 45th Ave · $559,000
DAYS ON MARKET
179 days
The average home goes pending in 19 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.6%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$559,000
Median sale price in this area is $550,000. (2% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
3 price drops
27% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Accessible entrance and minimal steps; one-level living with ground-level and main-floor bedroom with bath
Natural lighting
High ceilings
Vaulted ceiling in living area
Engineered hardwood and wood floors throughout
Laundry area with washer/dryer
Fireplace (wood-burning)
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on main level with ensuite shower and double sinks
Second bedroom on main level
Third bedroom on main level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms, both on the main level
Kitchen
Pantry
Free-standing range
Free-standing refrigerator
Tile (listed with appliances/features)
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Hot water: electric
Flooring
Engineered hardwood
Wood floors
Tile (in kitchen or listed areas)
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Covered deck and deck
Porch
Fenced yard
Yard with trees; secluded and level flag lot
Paved road access
Wood siding exterior
Trees/woods view
Home design
Single-family residence (resale)
One level / main-level living
Built in 1977
Slab foundation
Composition roof
Unattached: property is not attached to other units
Parking
Driveway parking for 2 vehicles
Attached 2-car garage
Construction
Wood siding construction
Composition roof
Slab foundation
Year built: 1977
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric fuel
Cable internet available
Other
Flag lot
Secluded setting
Electricity and solar
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Discover a hidden gem in the heart of Bridlemile. Tucked back from the street via a long driveway, meander into the bright living room w/ vaulted ceiling/skylights. Swoon over the live-edge mantle, oodles of storage & the spacious & private, backyard oasis. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10028575]
Public Records
Apr 19, 2001
Sold
$174,500
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 30, 1994
Sold
$126,000
$101/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 20, 1994
Sold
$121,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,045 (+3.7%)
2024
$7,756 (+4.0%)
2023
$7,458 (+2.2%)
2022
$7,296 (+1.7%)
2021
$7,173 (+9.0%)
2020
$6,580 (+3.8%)
2019
$6,338 (+10.2%)
2018
$5,751 (+4.3%)
2017
$5,512 (+9.3%)
2016
$5,044 (+2.7%)
2015
$4,911 (+6.1%)
2014
$4,630 (+7.5%)
2013
$4,308 (+8.9%)
2012
$3,956 (+4.1%)
2011
$3,800 (−2.1%)
2010
$3,880 (+2.2%)
2009
$3,795
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,700 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1977
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,247
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,247
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R160636
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
R7
Residential 7,000 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
Aug 7, 2020 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Remodel
Oct 8, 2019 • Final
Plumbing
Remove and replace a sewer line on the property using trenching methods.
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.
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 14 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 • 97221
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 7% for direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 4721 SW 45th Ave
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $350,000 and $665,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $350K to $665K.