Welcome to this gorgeous home in the highly desirable University Park neighborhood, just a block from Portsmouth Park and a few blocks from the University of Portland campus. With brand new exterior paint and a light-filled, airy interior, this home seamlessly blends elegance and comfort. The home offers both a formal living and dining room as well as a great-room style space, perfect for versatile living and entertaining. A true chef’s delight, the kitchen features solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious gourmet island for meal prep and casual dining. The kitchen also boasts a walk-in pantry, beautiful built-ins, and stylish wainscoting. The home is graced with arched doorways, engineered hardwood floors, and thoughtfully designed finishes throughout. The second floor includes a vaulted primary suite with a walk-in closet, dual sinks, a large soaker tub, and a separate shower, creating a private sanctuary. Three additional bedrooms, a full hall bath, and a convenient laundry room complete the upper level. All kitchen appliances included, a fully fenced, low-maintenance backyard, a two-car detached garage, and modern conveniences like AC, a tankless hot water heater, and drip system irrigation, this home is truly move-in ready. Don't miss the chance to live in this beautifully appointed home in one of Portland’s most desirable neighborhoods. Schedule a tour today [Home Energy Score = 7. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10231279]
Open House Sat. 8/31 1-3pm Sought after University Park neighborhood, just a block from Portsmouth Park & a few blocks from the University of Portland Campus. Light & airy with both a formal living/dining room & a great room style space. The gourmet island kitchen is beautiful with solid surfaces & SS appliances. Engineered hardwoods, wainscoting, arched doorways, built-ins and a walk in pantry are just some of the features you'll love. Upstairs includes the vaulted primary suite with a walk-in closet, dual sinks, a large soaker tub & separate shower. Three other bedrooms, a hall bath and laundry round up the second level. All appliances are included. Enjoy the convenience of the fully fenced, low maintenance backyard and the 2 car detached garage. AC & tankless hot water heater! Drip system irrigation. Truly move in ready! [Home Energy Score = 7. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10231279]
RMLS #16515916
Dec 9, 2016
Sold
$574,000
$239/sq ft
Nov 17, 2016
Pending
—
Nov 16, 2016
Price Changed
$589,500
$246/sq ft
Oct 7, 2016
Price Changed
$599,950
$250/sq ft
Sep 29, 2016
Listed
$628,000
$262/sq ft
University Park quality new construction by long time local builder. Home sits regally above the street. Open and spacious layout with multiple options. An awe-inspiring great room includes an exquisite kitchen featuring a generous center island. 2 car detached garage. Excellent craftsmanship throughout. Near shopping and amenities. Luxury finishes. Short walk to the park.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,942 (+3.7%)
2024
$10,549 (+4.0%)
2023
$10,143 (+2.2%)
2022
$9,924 (+1.7%)
2021
$9,756 (+9.0%)
2020
$8,950 (+3.8%)
2019
$8,621 (+3.0%)
2018
$8,367 (+4.3%)
2017
$8,020 (+956.6%)
2016
$759
Tax history for 5230 N Amherst St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,942 (+3.7%)
2024
$10,549 (+4.0%)
2023
$10,143 (+2.2%)
2022
$9,924 (+1.7%)
2021
$9,756 (+9.0%)
2020
$8,950 (+3.8%)
2019
$8,621 (+3.0%)
2018
$8,367 (+4.3%)
2017
$8,020 (+956.6%)
2016
$759
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,484
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
2,398
Year built
2017
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R673892
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2025.
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
Jan 14, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Ev charger
Sep 23, 2016 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Construct a new two-story single-family home with a detached garage.
New construction
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: On Street
Parking Total: 2
Garage Information
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Virtual Tour Type: 3-D Tour
Has Virtual Tour Unbranded: Yes
Appliances
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Appliances, Granite, Island, Pantry, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Hot Water Description: Tankless
Interior Features
Has Accessibility: Yes
Accessibility Features: Garage on Main
Interior Features: Engineered Hardwood, Granite, High Ceilings, Laundry, Wainscoting, Wall to Wall Carpet