Located in a convenient SW Portland neighborhood, this warm and welcoming home combines classic character with thoughtful updates throughout. Light-filled living spaces and a flexible layout offer room to relax, entertain, or work from home, while the updated kitchen with newer appliances brings both style and function to the heart of the home.Recent improvements include new AC, refreshed interior paint, new carpet and pads, enhanced attic insulation and access, and a newer roof on the south side. The lower level adds additional flexibility with newer laundry and extra living or storage space, while the primary suite features custom built-ins.The oversized lot offers exciting possibilities, including urban farm possibilities, potential for an ADU, garage or both-buyer to do due diligence. Close to parks, top schools, neighborhood favorites, and just minutes from Tryon Creek State Natural Area, this home offers comfort, convenience, and room to grow in a sought-after SW Portland location.Buyer incentive is being offered through preferred lender-Ask us about it! Details at the Open House Sunday, 7/19, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Est. $2,671 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
Enter into the living room on the left of this updated home, off of the covered front porch. The living room is open to the dining area, and then leads back through a doorway into the updated kitchen. Two bedrooms are on the right side of the house...
on the main floor, as well as an updated bath.
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Kurt Dahlke
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 608 SW Orchid St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #668594970
Aug 31, 2026
Sold
$550,000
$285/sq ft
Aug 7, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 16, 2026
Price Changed
$550,000
$285/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Price Changed
$574,000
$297/sq ft
May 28, 2026
Price Changed
$588,000
$304/sq ft
May 8, 2026
Listed
$599,000
$310/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 16, 2021
Sold
$563,012
$291/sq ft
RMLS #21333724
Jun 16, 2021
Delisted
—
Jun 16, 2021
Sold
$563,012
$291/sq ft
May 24, 2021
Pending
—
May 20, 2021
Listed
$529,900
$274/sq ft
+27
Renovated Craftsman Bungalow on an Oversized Lot. Move-in-ready! New cabinets, quartz countertops, cork flooring and appliances in kitchen. Baths updated as well. Freshly painted inside and out. Functional/flexible layout w/ 2 bedrooms + 1 bath up. 1 bedroom + bedroom/office on the main along with LR/DR/kitchen. 1 bedroom plus bonus room and laundry in the basement. Huge side yard, radon mitigated, new roof in 2018, too many upgrades to list! Charming, turn-key and near amenities [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10191429]
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
Sep 16, 2022 • Final
Plumbing
Bathroom
Plumbing
Remodel
May 2, 2016 • Final
Mechanical
Install a new furnace.
HVAC
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: Off Street, Parking Pad
Interior
Appliances
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Quartz
Hot Water Description: Electricity
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
Basement: Finished, Full Basement
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Main Level: 1
Bathrooms Total Upper Level: 1
Baths Total: 2
Room 4 Information
Area: 100
Description: 4th Bedroom
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Area: 182
Description: Laundry
Features Cont: Washer/Dryer
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: Lower
Room 6 Information
Area: 150
Description: Bonus Room
Features Cont: Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 10
Width: 15
Level: Lower
Room 7 Information
Area: 160
Description: 2nd Bedroom
Features Cont: Walk in Closet
Length: 10
Width: 16
Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Area: 110
Description: 3rd Bedroom
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Area: 120
Description: Dining Room
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Area: 310
Description: Family Room
Features Cont: Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 10
Width: 31
Level: Lower
Room 11 Information
Area: 120
Description: Kitchen
Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Appliances
Features Cont: Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Quartz
Length: 15
Width: 8
Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Area: 168
Description: Living Room
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Main
Room 13 Information
Area: 176
Description: Primary Bedroom
Features Cont: Closet, Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 11
Width: 16
Level: Upper
Room 14 Information
Description: Great Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features: Fenced, Porch, Yard
Exterior Description: Wood Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 6,534
Lot Size Range: 5,000 to 6,999 SqFt
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Lot Size: 5,000 to 6,999 SqFt
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Parcel Number: R197937
Road Surface Type: Paved
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Property Condition: Resale
Upper Level Area Total: 396
Main Level Area Total: 768
Lower Level Area Total: 768
View YN: No
Building Information
Year Built: 1922
Building Area Total: 1,932
Building Area Description: Floorplan
Building Area Calculated: 1,164
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Legal Description: KILPATRICK COLLINS TRACT, BLOCK 12, LOT 1 EXC PT' IN ST
Tax Annual Amount: $4,584.44
Lease / Rent Information
Land Lease YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Green Certification YN: No
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: Capitol Hill
Middle Or Junior School: Jackson
High School: Ida B Wells
Location Information
Directions: Terwilliger & Orchid. Home on corner.
Unparsed Address: 608 SW ORCHID ST, Portland, OR 97219
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Zoning: R7
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,164
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: 1922
County: Multnomah County
APN: R197937
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MlsStatus: Sold
Listing Price Information
Price Type: List Price
New Construction Information
New Construction YN: No
Around this home
Schools
Capitol Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Jackson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° 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 • 97219
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 3% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$546,000 – $660,000
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