Price ImprovementSpacious Portland Gem with Endless Potential on Oversized LotDiscover a rare opportunity to own a property brimming with charm and possibilities in the heart of Northeast Portland. Nestled on an expansive 0.32-acre lot, this 2,180 sq. ft. home offers space, character, and the perfect canvas for your vision.Step inside to find high ceilings with stunning woodwork that set a warm and inviting tone. The spacious kitchen, complete with an island, offers great potential for open-concept living—ideal for modern lifestyles. The home features two bathrooms, a cozy fireplace, and a large jetted tub to unwind after a long day.Currently a two-bedroom home, there’s ample opportunity to expand to a third bedroom, creating even more value. Additionally, three versatile outbuildings provide abundant storage or the potential for something extraordinary. One outbuilding already has electricity and could be transformed into an ADU for rental income, a guest suite, or even two extra bedrooms.Outdoors, this property truly shines. The large backyard features a generous concrete area—perfect for a basketball court, patio gatherings, or summer barbecues. Surrounding the space are fir trees that offer beauty and shade, along with a delightful assortment of fruit trees: apples, cherries, apricots, and berries.The exterior is where this property truly shines. A long, wide driveway accommodates up to 8 vehicles—parking for two cars side by side and up to five cars deep—making it perfect for hosting guests, parking recreational vehicles, or simply enjoying the convenience of extra space.While the home may need a little TLC, it presents a unique opportunity for buyers to bring their creativity and make it their own. Whether you’re looking to renovate, expand, or enjoy the property as-is, this is a must-see for anyone seeking a home with character, space, and limitless potential.Don’t miss out—schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities!
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Asperlando Josias• Keller Williams Premier Partners
Contact: ourlegacyventures@gmail.com
Bought with Jacqueline Haddon• ODonnell Group Realty
Unique fixer with massive lot, detached studio with two beds and electric, a main house with funky upstairs filled with lofted spaces, cool wood paneling, and a jetted tub that has a window that opens out to the living room below.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Very open with loft space and vaulted ceilings. No central heat - in-wall heaters and gas space heater. Two bathrooms. Single garage. Storage building/office in back yard without plumbing.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Joe Donaldson
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 5228 NE Simpson St
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #24594368
Mar 18, 2025
Sold
$469,600
$215/sq ft
Feb 9, 2025
Pending
—
Jan 25, 2025
Relisted
—
Jan 20, 2025
Pending
—
Jan 15, 2025
Price Changed
$499,900
$229/sq ft
Jan 6, 2025
Relisted
—
Dec 26, 2024
Pending
—
Dec 15, 2024
Price Changed
$550,000
$252/sq ft
Nov 16, 2024
Price Changed
$575,000
$264/sq ft
Oct 23, 2024
Price Changed
$600,000
$275/sq ft
Oct 2, 2024
Listed
$640,000
$294/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 30, 1998
Sold
$44,000
$20/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 16, 1997
Sold
$150,000
$69/sq ft
RMLS #16306
Aug 18, 1997
Listed
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,595 (+3.7%)
2024
$8,286 (+4.0%)
2023
$7,967 (+2.2%)
2022
$7,795 (+1.7%)
2021
$7,663 (+9.0%)
2020
$7,030 (+3.8%)
2019
$6,771 (+3.0%)
2018
$6,572 (+4.3%)
2017
$6,299 (+9.3%)
2016
$5,764 (+2.7%)
2015
$5,613 (+1.5%)
2014
$5,528 (+3.7%)
2013
$5,332 (+19.0%)
2012
$4,482 (+2.1%)
2011
$4,392 (−1.6%)
2010
$4,461 (+2.7%)
2009
$4,344
Tax history for 5228 NE Simpson St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,595 (+3.7%)
2024
$8,286 (+4.0%)
2023
$7,967 (+2.2%)
2022
$7,795 (+1.7%)
2021
$7,663 (+9.0%)
2020
$7,030 (+3.8%)
2019
$6,771 (+3.0%)
2018
$6,572 (+4.3%)
2017
$6,299 (+9.3%)
2016
$5,764 (+2.7%)
2015
$5,613 (+1.5%)
2014
$5,528 (+3.7%)
2013
$5,332 (+19.0%)
2012
$4,482 (+2.1%)
2011
$4,392 (−1.6%)
2010
$4,461 (+2.7%)
2009
$4,344
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
73 ft.
Lot depth
192 ft.
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
1926
Sq. Ft.
2,180
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R197745
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R5
H
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.
Zone overlays
Aircraft Landing Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Dec 4, 2023 • Final
Plumbing
Replace the exterior main water service line from the meter to the house.
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, On Street
Parking Total: 1
Garage Information
Garage Type: Attached, Available
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Appliances
Appliances: Cook Island, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Island
Hot Water Description: Electricity, Tank
Interior Features
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas, Stove
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Basement: Crawl Space, Other, Separate Living Quarters/Apartment/Aux Living Unit