Say "why hello, there" to this classic PDX bungalow, beautifully maintained and with loads of valuable updates, all in a prime location near the Dekum Triangle in Woodlawn! Recently refinished fir floors liven up the living room, and the wood burning stove adds a touch of those romantic cabin vibes. The modern kitchen with stainless steel gas appliances, farmhouse sink, and subway tile backsplash are complemented by sexy, rustic exposed brick, resulting in a stylish, fun kitchen. An adorable dining nook is a welcome perk, too! Two good-sized bedrooms with generous windows for A+ natural light, and a really lovely updated bathroom with clawfoot tub for relaxing soaks. The unfinished basement offers excellent storage space, and laundry. Spacious fenced backyard with raised beds and a pear tree will be a fun hangout this summer, and both front and back decks are freshly painted. Such a prime NE Portland location, too, in the friendly Woodlawn community, with a bike score of 99, and close to transit, Woodlawn Coffee Shop, schools, Kenton neighborhood, Ps & Qs Marketplace, and much more. [Home Energy Score = 7. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10214361]
Classic craftsman bungalow on quiet tree line street in hip Woodlawn neighborhood! Just blocks to all of the shops, restaurants and fun at Dekum triangle. Updated kitchen with nook, SS appliances, and gas range. Open living room with original fir floors and built-ins. Large backyard with patio. Extra long driveway for plenty of off street parking. Detached garage. Super low taxes!
Public Records
Feb 22, 2008
Sold
$269,674
$199/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 18, 2007
Sold
$205,000
$152/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 27, 2006
Sold
$2,074,086
$1,534/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 19, 1995
Sold
$43,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,431 (+3.7%)
2024
$2,344 (+4.0%)
2023
$2,253 (+2.2%)
2022
$2,205 (+1.7%)
2021
$2,168 (+9.0%)
2020
$1,989 (+3.8%)
2019
$1,916 (+3.0%)
2018
$1,859 (+4.3%)
2017
$1,782 (+9.3%)
2016
$1,631 (+2.7%)
2015
$1,588 (+1.5%)
2014
$1,564 (+2.3%)
2013
$1,528 (+10.5%)
2012
$1,383 (+3.9%)
2011
$1,331 (+5.4%)
2010
$1,263 (+2.7%)
2009
$1,230
Tax history for 657 NE Buffalo St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,431 (+3.7%)
2024
$2,344 (+4.0%)
2023
$2,253 (+2.2%)
2022
$2,205 (+1.7%)
2021
$2,168 (+9.0%)
2020
$1,989 (+3.8%)
2019
$1,916 (+3.0%)
2018
$1,859 (+4.3%)
2017
$1,782 (+9.3%)
2016
$1,631 (+2.7%)
2015
$1,588 (+1.5%)
2014
$1,564 (+2.3%)
2013
$1,528 (+10.5%)
2012
$1,383 (+3.9%)
2011
$1,331 (+5.4%)
2010
$1,263 (+2.7%)
2009
$1,230
*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.
821
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R155235
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 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
Nov 13, 2017 • Final
Mechanical
Install and vent a new wood stove.
Remodel
Sep 18, 2017 • Final
Plumbing
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
Parking Total: 1
Garage Information
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Appliances
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tile
Hot Water Description: Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Wall to Wall Carpet, Washer/Dryer, Wood Floors
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Stove, Wood Burning
Window Features: Wood Frames
Basement: Unfinished
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Bathrooms Total Main Level: 1
Baths Total: 1
Room 7 Information
Area: 110
Description: 2nd Bedroom
Features Cont: Closet, Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Area: 20
Description: Dining Room
Features: Nook
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Length: 5
Width: 4
Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Description: Family Room
Room 11 Information
Area: 132
Description: Kitchen
Features: Dishwasher, Microwave
Features Cont: Wood Floors
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Area: 234
Description: Living Room
Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s)
Features Cont: Wood Floors, Wood Stove
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: Main
Room 13 Information
Area: 110
Description: Primary Bedroom
Features Cont: Closet, Wood Floors
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Main
Room 14 Information
Description: Great Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features: Fenced, Porch, Yard
Exterior Description: Wood Siding
Unreinforced Masonry Bldg: No
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 5,227
Lot Size Range: 5,000 to 6,999 SqFt
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Size: 5,000 to 6,999 SqFt
Lot Features: Level
Parcel Number: R155235
Road Surface Type: Paved
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Property Condition: Resale
Main Level Area Total: 849
Lower Level Area Total: 503
View YN: No
Building Information
Year Built: 1924
Building Area Total: 1,352
Building Area Description: Floor Plan
Building Area Calculated: 849
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Legal Description: EL TOVAR, BLOCK 4, LOT 8
Tax Annual Amount: $2,204.82
Utilities
Utility Information
Green Certification YN: Yes
Energy Efficiency Features: Forced Air - 95+%
Fuel Description: Gas
Water Source: Public Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Forced Air - 95+%
Cooling YN: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Woodlawn
Middle Or Junior School: Ockley Green
High School: Jefferson
Location Information
Directions: East of MLK on NE Buffalo on the North side of the street
Unparsed Address: 657 NE BUFFALO ST, Portland, OR 97211
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Zoning: R5A
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 821
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1924
County: Multnomah County
APN: R155235
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MlsStatus: Sold
Listing Price Information
Price Type: List Price
New Construction Information
New Construction YN: No
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Woodlawn Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Ockley Green Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Jefferson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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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
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 • 97211
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
June and 2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.7 hrs
2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$483,000 – $585,000
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