Step into the timeless charm of this beautifully updated 1940s home in SW Portland. Thoughtfully renovated to maintain its classic character, this home features soothing paint tones & abundant natural light. Gleaming hardwoods flow throughout the main level, complimented by a cozy fireplace with a marble surround.The kitchen blends modern convenience with vintage appeal, boasting newer cabinets, Calcutta marble countertops, a farmhouse sink, Blomberg dishwasher & refrigerator, brand new range, hardwood and custom cabinetry for pantry storage. The hall bath features Calcutta marble, a tiled shower and pedestal sink. The partially finished basement, offers a bright and versatile space ready for your creative touch, plus the bonus of a spacious bathroom w/ a large jetted tub. Enjoy a fully fenced backyard bursting with seasonal blooms, fruit trees, a brick patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and a charming garden shed for your tools. A one-car garage and newer four-car driveway ensure plenty of parking. Lovingly cared for by the same owner for over 30 years—this is a rare gem you won’t want to miss! Has been re-piped, newer sewer line, electrical panel replaced, french drains, freshly painted & more. Conveniently located near OHSU, Hillsdale amenities & parks & a short drive to Multnomah Village, Downtown Portland or Beaverton. [Home Energy Score = 2. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10236629]
Single-familyProperty Type
1943Year Built
9,147 sq ftLot Size
$358Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Kathy Kollas• Navigate The Way Home, LLC
Bought with Karen Lowthian• Windermere Realty Trust
Jessica Berger • Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
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Sale history for 4970 SW 31st Dr
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #202809620
Jul 29, 2025
Sold
$650,000
$344/sq ft
Jul 3, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 25, 2025
Price Changed
$650,000
$344/sq ft
Apr 24, 2025
Price Changed
$693,000
$367/sq ft
Apr 16, 2025
Listed
$723,000
$383/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 17, 1993
Sold
$134,950
$71/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1988
Sold
$69,500
$37/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,793 (+3.7%)
2024
$7,513 (+4.0%)
2023
$7,224 (+2.2%)
2022
$7,068 (+1.7%)
2021
$6,949 (+9.0%)
2020
$6,374 (+3.8%)
2019
$6,140 (+3.0%)
2018
$5,959 (+9.7%)
2017
$5,432 (+9.3%)
2016
$4,970 (+2.7%)
2015
$4,840 (+2.6%)
2014
$4,719 (+10.3%)
2013
$4,280 (+11.7%)
2012
$3,833 (−1.2%)
2011
$3,880 (+1.0%)
2010
$3,841 (+2.7%)
2009
$3,739
Tax history for 4970 SW 31st Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,793 (+3.7%)
2024
$7,513 (+4.0%)
2023
$7,224 (+2.2%)
2022
$7,068 (+1.7%)
2021
$6,949 (+9.0%)
2020
$6,374 (+3.8%)
2019
$6,140 (+3.0%)
2018
$5,959 (+9.7%)
2017
$5,432 (+9.3%)
2016
$4,970 (+2.7%)
2015
$4,840 (+2.6%)
2014
$4,719 (+10.3%)
2013
$4,280 (+11.7%)
2012
$3,833 (−1.2%)
2011
$3,880 (+1.0%)
2010
$3,841 (+2.7%)
2009
$3,739
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,100 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1943
Sq. Ft.
1,091
Year built
1943
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R211136
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 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 19, 2015 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Perform a voluntary seismic upgrade on the building.
Remodel
Sep 19, 2014 • Final
Mechanical
Install venting for a kitchen hood.
HVAC
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.