Mid-century modern home in Portland’s desirable University Park neighborhood! This home combines original character with significant system updates, including replumbing with PEX, a newer HVAC system with A/C, gas water heater, updated electrical panel, and new gutters. The main-level living room features hardwood floors and a newer gas fireplace. Two bedrooms and a full bath are located on the main level, with a third bedroom upstairs. The kitchen retains its original cabinetry and retro appeal, complemented by a mix of vintage and modern appliances. The adjacent dining area features sliding doors opening to a covered patio and backyard with mature landscaping. The spacious, partially finished basement offers additional living space with a retro built-in bar, wood-burning fireplace, bonus room suitable for an office, guest space, or hobbies, and an additional half bathroom. An extra-deep one-car garage and large attic provide plenty of storage. Conveniently located across from Astor Elementary and near the University of Portland, Columbia Park, New Seasons, and neighborhood amenities. Bike Score 96.
University Park, located between Interstate 5 and the Willamette River, is a residential and campus-adjacent Portland neighborhood with a collegiate energy and a leafy street grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around N Lombard Street near the University of Portland gates, where coffee counters, casual bites, and student-day foot traffic set the tempo. The University of Portland anchors the blufftop skyline, while the historic University Park Methodist Church adds a landmark steeple to the streetscape. Early-20th-century bungalows and Tudors mix with tidy midcentury houses on calm blocks. Bluff-edge viewpoints and pocket parks shape daily routines. A short hop south, the St. Johns Bridge frames the horizon with industrial-river scenery.
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Market insights
5424 N Princeton St · $569,000
SALE-TO-LIST
99.7%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$569,000
Median sale price in this area is $543,875. (4% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
28% 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
Two fireplaces, one gas and one wood-burning
Full, partially finished basement
Built-in features
Wet bar
Storm windows with wood frames
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms: two on the main level and one upstairs
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the main level and one half bathroom on the lower level
Uncover a hidden gem in the sought-after University Park neighborhood! This charming mid-century modern home sits on a prime corner lot, blending classic design with contemporary comforts. Enjoy peace of mind with a new HVAC system with A/C, as well as a gas water heater, updated electrical panel and new gutters. Step inside to the living room with gleaming hardwoods and a newer gas fireplace. 2 bedrooms and a bath are on the main level, plus an additional bedroom upstairs. The kitchen is a delightful mix of old and new, boasting the original cabinets and laminate countertops alongside a blend of modern and vintage appliances that enhance its mid-century charm. The adjacent dining area is a sunlit haven with sliding doors leading to a private covered patio, an inviting fire pit area, and a lush green lawn with fresh sod and mature landscaping. The expansive, partially finished basement is an entertainer’s paradise, featuring a retro built-in bar, perfect for cocktail hour, a wood burning fireplace, a bonus room that can be a guest suite, playroom or office, and an extra bathroom for convenience. Additional perks include a one-car, extra deep garage, plus a huge attic, offering storage space galore. Situated across from Astor Elementary and close to the University of Portland, New Seasons and Columbia Park, this vintage beauty offers both style and convenience. Walkscore 71, Biker's Paradise 96. [Home Energy Score = 4. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10058965]
RMLS #19625330
Mar 11, 2019
Sold
$499,000
$214/sq ft
Feb 11, 2019
Pending
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Feb 8, 2019
Price Changed
$499,000
$214/sq ft
Jan 14, 2019
Listed
$525,000
$226/sq ft
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern, tastefully updated with vintage charm. Newly refinished hardwoods & new kitchen built ins. Basement bar is an entertainer's dream! Newer above ground oil tank, appliances included, bonus space & ample storage. Walk score 72, Bike score 81. Close to New Seasons, U of P, & Portsmouth Park. Open: 1/15, 11a-1p & 1/20, 12p-2p
RMLS #16104292
Jun 17, 2016
Sold
$525,000
$226/sq ft
Jun 8, 2016
Pending
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Jun 3, 2016
Listed
$440,000
$189/sq ft
RMLS #13530540
Jan 30, 2014
Sold
$300,000
$129/sq ft
Dec 28, 2013
Pending
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Dec 6, 2013
Listed
$299,900
$129/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,747 (+3.7%)
2024
$4,576 (+4.0%)
2023
$4,400 (+2.2%)
2022
$4,305 (+1.7%)
2021
$4,232 (+9.0%)
2020
$3,883 (+3.8%)
2019
$3,740 (+3.0%)
2018
$3,630 (+4.3%)
2017
$3,479 (+21.4%)
2016
$2,865 (+2.7%)
2015
$2,790 (+1.5%)
2014
$2,748 (+2.4%)
2013
$2,685 (+32.5%)
2012
$2,026 (+3.9%)
2011
$1,950 (+5.4%)
2010
$1,850 (+2.7%)
2009
$1,802
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
110 ft.
Lot size
5,499 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1954
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,928
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,928
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R248291
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
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 Oct 30, 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
Nov 18, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Repipe water lines throughout the house to each fixture. Install a new water service line from the meter to the house.
Plumbing
Mar 18, 2019 • Final
Mechanical
Gas
HVAC
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 92° 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 • 97203
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5424 N Princeton St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $506,000 and $625,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $506K to $625K.