Vintage Mt. Tabor Craftsman bungalow filled with historic character and warmth. Expansive wrap-around porch with skylights. Wonderful West Tabor neighborhood with annual block party. Near Hawthorne cafes and 176-acre Mt. Tabor Park, just 9 blocks away. South facing, tree sheltered corner lot with privacy. Beautiful leaded glass casts rainbow lights. Stunning wood floors with gorgeous color variation. Classic craftsman original trim and built-ins. Bay window, tall ceilings. Spacious living room with gas fireplace opens to den/library with french doors and natural woodwork. Exquisite formal dining room with bay window looks out onto leafy garden and patio. Newly updated kitchen! 3 upstairs bedrooms with walk-in closets with windows. The primary bedroom has a treetop window seat view of the neighborhood. Guest room or office in lower level with outside entrance. Oversized family or media room with big windows. Many mechanical updates: New windows, central air, electrical, attic insulation and more. Extensive seismic retrofit bolted the majority of the home to the foundation. Front yard xeriscaping. Inviting, secluded patio and yard with dappled sun and shade, great for outdoor dining, gatherings and morning birdsong. Artsy shed for bikes & tools. Raised beds out front and sunny southern exposure in front yard. Outdoor shower too! Buyer to verify all info. [Home Energy Score = 2. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10251843]
Single-familyProperty Type
1912Year Built
4,356 sq ftLot Size
$316Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Laurie Sonnenfeld• Laurie Sonnenfeld Realty
Est. $3,122 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5131 SE Madison St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #796243858
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$860,000
$316/sq ft
Sep 17, 2026
Pending
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Sep 11, 2026
Listed
$789,000
$290/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 2012
Sold
$435,000
$160/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 2003
Sold
$353,000
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1990
Sold
$69,000
$25/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1988
Sold
$50,000
$18/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,824 (+3.7%)
2024
$8,507 (+4.0%)
2023
$8,180 (+2.2%)
2022
$8,003 (+1.7%)
2021
$7,867 (+9.0%)
2020
$7,217 (+3.8%)
2019
$6,952 (+3.0%)
2018
$6,748 (+4.3%)
2017
$6,467 (+9.3%)
2016
$5,918 (+2.7%)
2015
$5,763 (+1.5%)
2014
$5,676 (+2.4%)
2013
$5,544 (+10.5%)
2012
$5,016 (+3.9%)
2011
$4,827 (+5.4%)
2010
$4,580 (+2.7%)
2009
$4,460
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
70 ft.
Lot size
4,200 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1912
Sq. Ft.
1,884
Year built
1912
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R268882
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 11, 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
Property details
Interior
Appliances
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Appliances
Hot Water Description: Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Washer/Dryer, Wood Floors
Tax Legal Description: SEWICKLY ADD, BLOCK 5, E 60' OF LOT 14&15
Tax Annual Amount: $8,823.91
Lease / Rent Information
Land Lease YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Green Certification YN: Yes
Energy Efficiency Features: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, EnergyStar Air Conditioning, Forced Air - 95+%, Insulation and Ceiling Insulation, Tankless
Fuel Description: Gas
Water Source: Public Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling YN: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Glencoe
Middle Or Junior School: Mt Tabor
High School: Franklin
Location Information
Directions: SE Hawthorne to 52nd, north to Madison.
Unparsed Address: 5131 SE MADISON ST, Portland, OR 97215
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,884
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,200 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1912
Year Renovated: 1912
County: Multnomah County
APN: R268882
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MlsStatus: Sold
Listing Price Information
Price Type: List Price
New Construction Information
New Construction YN: No
Around this home
Schools
Glencoe Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Mt Tabor Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Franklin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
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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 92° expected this year, 15 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, 21 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portland, OR • 97215
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Sun exposure
75/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8 hrs
4.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$774,000 – $936,000
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