Tucked away on a private drive off SW Garden Home Road, this charming home sits in one of Portland's best-kept secrets. Garden Home has a semi-rural feel that's rare this close to the city — think large lots, towering trees, and yes, your actual neighbor is a Christmas tree farm. Real country in the city!When you're ready to rejoin civilization, you're just blocks from Trader Joe's, Old Market Pub, and the Garden Home Rec Center, with Gabriel Park, the Fanno Creek Trail, and the shops and restaurants of Multnomah Village all within easy reach.Inside you'll find more space than you expect — 1,449 SF with a layout that just works. The formal living room makes a statement with vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and large windows that flood the room with natural light. The open kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room, where modern appliances and hardwood floors in the entry, kitchen, and dining area give the home a warm, put-together feel. The deck off the family room is perfect for morning coffee with trees as your backdrop.The home has great curb appeal and solid bones — just needs carpet and paint to make it your own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$393Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Beth Howard• MORE Realty
Contact: 503-539-4890
Bought with Paula Hixson• John L. Scott Market Center
Mathew Wray • Keller Williams Realty Portland Premiere
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Rental estimate
Est. $2,881 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8131 SW 56th Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #575958749
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
$570,000
$393/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Pending
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Jun 19, 2026
Listed
$560,000
$386/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1988
Sold
$83,965
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1988
Sold
$36,000
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,242 (+3.7%)
2024
$7,946 (+4.0%)
2023
$7,640 (+2.2%)
2022
$7,475 (+1.7%)
2021
$7,348 (+9.0%)
2020
$6,741 (+3.8%)
2019
$6,493 (+3.0%)
2018
$6,302 (+4.3%)
2017
$6,040 (+9.3%)
2016
$5,527 (+3.0%)
2015
$5,368 (+3.8%)
2014
$5,171 (+15.3%)
2013
$4,485 (+12.6%)
2012
$3,981 (+4.4%)
2011
$3,813 (−10.7%)
2010
$4,271 (+2.7%)
2009
$4,158
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,603 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1989
Sq. Ft.
1,449
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R329784
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
R10
Residential 10,000 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
Dec 19, 2013 • Final
Mechanical
Replace a gas furnace.
Gas
HVAC
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Directions: Garden Home to 56th to Private Drive ("Marina Lane" on google)
Unparsed Address: 8131 SW 56TH AVE, Portland, OR 97219
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,449
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,603 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 1989
County: Multnomah County
APN: R329784
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MlsStatus: Sold
Listing Price Information
Price Type: List Price
New Construction Information
New Construction YN: No
Around this home
Schools
Maplewood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Jackson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
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, 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
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 12% for direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$546,000 – $661,000
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