Surrounded by towering evergreens and set in a remarkably private setting, this classic contemporary residence offers a rare combination of architectural character, natural beauty, and everyday comfort. Designed to embrace its forested surroundings, the home is filled with natural light and showcases tranquil views through expansive windows that create a seamless connection to the outdoors. High ceilings throughout the home enhance the sense of openness, while warm, inviting spaces create an atmosphere that is both elegant and comfortable. The main living room is a standout gathering space, featuring a dramatic wall of windows that frames the surrounding landscape and fills the room with sunlight throughout the day. Just off the living area, a cozy library with fireplace offers the perfect setting for reading, working from home, or relaxing by the fire on a quiet evening. The spacious primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a generous walk-in closet, separate sitting room, and fireplace. Whether enjoying a morning coffee overlooking the trees or unwinding at the end of the day, this serene space provides comfort and flexibility. Additional living areas throughout the home accommodate a variety of lifestyles, including a lower-level family room with wood floors that is ideal for media, recreation, or guest gatherings. Every room reflects an appreciation for the surrounding environment, with peaceful outlooks and a sense of privacy that is increasingly difficult to find. The home's thoughtful design balances grand proportions with inviting living spaces, creating an atmosphere that feels both refined and welcoming. Ideally located in Southwest Portland, this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, parks, and schools while enjoying a peaceful, private forest setting. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10197520]
Hillsdale, located between Multnomah Village and Lake Oswego, is a residential and commercial Portland neighborhood with a hillside setting and a compact town-center strip. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along SW Capitol Hwy at SW Sunset Blvd, where sidewalk cafes, local services, and small storefronts cluster around steady foot traffic. Community pillars include the Hillsdale Farmers Market, Baker & Spice, and the historic Capitol Hill Library. Mid-century ranches and newer infill sit on winding streets that rise toward wooded slopes. Ridges and green corridors shape daily routes, with trailheads and parks threading into nearby natural areas. Transit lines along Capitol Highway tie the district to the rest of the city.
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Market insights
755 SW Chestnut St · $675,000
DAYS ON MARKET
71 days
The average home goes pending in 11 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.3%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$675,000
Median sale price in this area is $553,530. (18% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
4 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
High ceilings
Soaking tub
Built-in features
Skylights
Vaulted ceilings
Double pane windows
Daylight basement
Wall-to-wall carpet
Wood floors
Quartz surfaces
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on main level with fireplace, soaking tub and walk-in closet
Second bedroom on main level
Third bedroom on main level
Fourth bedroom on lower level
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms (distributed across main, upper and lower levels)
Kitchen
Built-in oven
Built-in refrigerator
Cooktop
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Island
Microwave
Pantry
Range hood
Quartz countertops
Wine cooler
Skylight in kitchen
Laundry & utility
Lower-level laundry room with built-in features
Flooring
Wood floors
Laminate flooring
Wall-to-wall carpet
Heating & cooling
Gas hot water
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Gas and wood-burning fireplaces (3 total)
Exterior features
Metal roof
Cedar exterior
Deck
Private, sloped lot with trees
Paved road access
Trees/woods view
Home design
Single-family residential home
Resale property
Multiple levels (upper, main and lower)
View facing trees/woods
Parking
Driveway
Attached 2-car garage
Construction
Built in 1980
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Gas fuel
Green-certified
Electricity and solar
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OPEN HOUSE 1/16/2022 from 2-4pm. Classic contemporary home with tons of privacy located in a beautiful forest setting. Remodeled kitchen features Blue Star gas range, sub zero frig and Meile dishwasher. Living room with a wall of windows that overlooks an amazing view. Cozy library off the living room with fire place. Spacious master bedroom features huge walk in closet & sitting room with fireplace. Lower level family room with wood floors. Amazing location, close to shops, schools and more.
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.
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing
Apr 29, 2011 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Addition
Remodel
Jan 15, 2009 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Electrical
Plumbing
Remodel
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 13 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
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 755 SW Chestnut St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $610,000 and $1,000,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $610K to $1.0M.