Mechanically Updated Portland Cottage with 8/10 energy score, full basement & 2-car garage. Major system improvements: 200 amp panel with surge protection, PEX repipe supply and ABS waste lines! Newer water line, central A/C, double pane vinyl windows. Sump pump and radon mitigation system installed. Roof has ~15 years left on a 30 year roof. Fenced backyard with garden and a shed. Long driveway allows multiple vehicles, boat or RV parking. Basement is heated with washer/dryer, utility sink, and flexible space. Recent updates include new carpet and interior paint. Kitchen offers gas range, dishwasher, double-door pantry, and access to covered patio and deck. Efficiently scaled bedrooms designed for queen/twin layouts, with heated basement and outdoor space expanding overall livability.
SELLER AGREES TO PAY UP TO $10,000 of Buyer's Allowable Closing Costs, Prepaid Expenses and/or Loan Buy-Down Costs! Charming & Tastefully Updated Single Level Cottage w/Flexible Basement Offers a LOT for a Little! 2 Bdrm/1 Bath Sweetheart Has all the Right Spaces & Updates, Including All New Carpeting & New Floors in Entry & Bathroom, All New Interior Paint, New Window Coverings & More. Spacious Kitchen Sports Plentiful Storage & Counter Space, Multiple Cabinets incl Lazy Susan & Side Bar, Refrigerator, 4 Burner Gas Range, Dishwasher, Large, Double Door Pantry, Plus Door to Spacious Covered Patio & Deck Offering Year Round Enjoyment. Cozy Living Room Provides Access to Both Bedrooms, Kitchen, Informal Eating Space, Room For Friends & Covered Front Porch. Set-Apart Bathroom Includes Tub/Shower Combo, New Toilet, Surprise Double Door Closet w/Multiple Shelves & Vanity w/Lower Storage. A Separate Door From Covered Patio Offers Walk-Down Access to Spacious, Lighted, Heated Basement, Equipped W/Washer, Dryer, Utility Sink, Workbench & Folding Areas, Plus Utility Area & Room For Workout, Movies & Games! Private, Fenced Backyard is Complete w/Walkways, Grass, Garden Area, Vintage Clothesline, Hibiscus & Italian Plum Trees, Storage Shed, Firepit Area, Roses & Private Access to Double Car Garage w/Opener & Long Driveway For Multiple Cars, Boat or RV. Additional Extras Include Central Air Conditioning, Newer Water Line, PEX Supply & ABS Waste Pipes, a Replaced 200 Amp Electric Panel w/Surge Protection, High Efficiency Gas Furnace, Double Pane Windows, Security Doors, Gas Water Heater, PLUS a RARE 8 out of 10 Home Energy Score! A Pretty Package, at an Affordable Price, is Ship, Shape Shiny & Waiting for YOU to Call Home! [Home Energy Score = 8. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10220624]
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,329 (+3.7%)
2024
$3,210 (+4.0%)
2023
$3,087 (+2.2%)
2022
$3,020 (+1.7%)
2021
$2,969 (+9.0%)
2020
$2,724 (+3.8%)
2019
$2,624 (+3.0%)
2018
$2,546 (+4.3%)
2017
$2,441 (+9.3%)
2016
$2,233 (+2.7%)
2015
$2,175 (+1.5%)
2014
$2,142 (+10.4%)
2013
$1,939 (+15.0%)
2012
$1,686 (−7.5%)
2011
$1,822 (+5.4%)
2010
$1,729 (+2.7%)
2009
$1,684
Tax history for 5535 SE Flavel St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,329 (+3.7%)
2024
$3,210 (+4.0%)
2023
$3,087 (+2.2%)
2022
$3,020 (+1.7%)
2021
$2,969 (+9.0%)
2020
$2,724 (+3.8%)
2019
$2,624 (+3.0%)
2018
$2,546 (+4.3%)
2017
$2,441 (+9.3%)
2016
$2,233 (+2.7%)
2015
$2,175 (+1.5%)
2014
$2,142 (+10.4%)
2013
$1,939 (+15.0%)
2012
$1,686 (−7.5%)
2011
$1,822 (+5.4%)
2010
$1,729 (+2.7%)
2009
$1,684
*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
5,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1924
Sq. Ft.
618
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R229435
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
R2.5
Residential 2,500 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
May 18, 2013 • Final
Electrical
Install a new electrical service.
Electrical
Nov 6, 2008 • Final
Plumbing
Work on a repipe.
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, Off Street
RV Description: RV Parking, RV/Boat Storage
Parking Total: 2
Garage Information
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Appliances
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Appliances, Pantry, Range Hood
Hot Water Description: Gas
Interior Features
Has Accessibility: Yes
Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Garage on Main, Main Floor Bedroom w/Bath, Minimal Steps, Parking
Interior Features: Garage Door Opener, Laundry, Washer/Dryer