A rare gem in a PRIME location. Renaissance built Leed certification, open layout gourmet eat-in kitchen flows to dining & family room,boxed beam ceilings,walls of windows,loads of natural light,deck leads to easy care fenced yard w/raised beds and no mow lawn.2 upper floor bedrooms plus primary with en suite bathroom & walk-in closet, 4th bedroom down. (Could be workout room, den, office or children's playroom?)Roll or stroll to parks & eateries.Easy access to OSHU, Portland and more! [Home Energy Score = 10. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10149157]
Single-familyProperty Type
2013Year Built
3,484 sq ftLot Size
$293Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Laurie Bornstein• Windermere Realty Trust
Contact: lakeoswego@windermere.com
Bought with Ritchie Metzler• Urban Pacific Real Estate
NEW PRICE!Classic PDX charm in this Renaissance built,LEED construction beauty w/light-filled open floor plan, box beam ceiling, beautiful mill work. GREEN Features: Energy score 10!, bamboo floors, E-Star appliances, flash H20, high efficiency furnace & owned solar. 3 bedrooms up w/basement bonus/bedroom. AC, easy care yard, deck, garden beds and no-mow lawn. Roll or stroll to shops, markets, parks. Easy access to OHSU and downtown. [Home Energy Score = 10. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10149157]
RMLS #16227856
Nov 29, 2016
Sold
$645,000
$240/sq ft
Oct 16, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 24, 2016
Price Changed
$669,900
$250/sq ft
Aug 26, 2016
Price Changed
$689,900
$257/sq ft
Jul 18, 2016
Price Changed
$695,000
$259/sq ft
Jun 17, 2016
Listed
$699,900
$261/sq ft
Newer construction in well established South Burlingame neighborhood. Built in 2013 with strict attention to the classic Portland style. Box beam ceilings, built-ins and hardwood floors. Energy efficiency- LEED certified! Open living spaces. 3 bedrooms up, with bonus bedroom on lower level. Den on main. Many upgrades since purchase including AC! Walk to local shops and restaurants.
RMLS #12491345
Apr 19, 2013
Sold
$535,000
$199/sq ft
Mar 18, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 4, 2013
Price Changed
$539,900
$201/sq ft
Dec 17, 2012
Listed
$524,900
$196/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,023 (+3.7%)
2024
$10,626 (+4.0%)
2023
$10,218 (+2.2%)
2022
$9,997 (+1.7%)
2021
$9,828 (+9.0%)
2020
$9,015 (+3.8%)
2019
$8,684 (+3.0%)
2018
$8,429 (+4.3%)
2017
$8,078 (+9.3%)
2016
$7,392 (+2.7%)
2015
$7,198 (+3.2%)
2014
$6,976 (+37.3%)
2013
$5,082
Tax history for 8217 SW 8th Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,023 (+3.7%)
2024
$10,626 (+4.0%)
2023
$10,218 (+2.2%)
2022
$9,997 (+1.7%)
2021
$9,828 (+9.0%)
2020
$9,015 (+3.8%)
2019
$8,684 (+3.0%)
2018
$8,429 (+4.3%)
2017
$8,078 (+9.3%)
2016
$7,392 (+2.7%)
2015
$7,198 (+3.2%)
2014
$6,976 (+37.3%)
2013
$5,082
*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
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,700 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2013
Sq. Ft.
2,489
Year built
2013
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R652448
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R5
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Jul 30, 2020 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Electrical
Solar
Mar 23, 2017 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Electrical
Solar
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, On Street
Parking Total: 2
Garage Information
Garage Type: Extra Deep, Tandem, Tuck-Under
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour Unbranded: Yes
Appliances
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Down Draft, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Appliances, Granite, Microwave, Pantry, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Hot Water Description: Gas, Tankless
Interior Features
Interior Features: Air Cleaner, Bamboo Floor, Central Vacuum, Garage Door Opener, Granite, High Ceilings, Laundry, Soaking Tub, Wall to Wall Carpet, Washer/Dryer
Energy Efficiency Features: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Forced Air - 90%, Solar, Tankless
Fuel Description: Gas, Solar
Internet Service Type: Cable
Water Source: Public Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Forced Air - 90%
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: SW 8th between SW Hume & Sw Taylors Ferry
Unparsed Address: 8217 SW 8TH AVE, Portland, OR 97219
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Neighborhood Features: Bike Score 65!
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,489
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3,700 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2013
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Multnomah County
APN: R652448
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MlsStatus: Sold
Listing Price Information
Price Type: List Price
Remarks
Distance To Bike Path Comments: 0.50 miles
Distance To Bus Comments: 0.25 miles
Distance To Public Park Comments: 0.25 miles
Distance To School Bus Comments: 0.25 miles
Distance To Shopping Comments: 0.25 miles
Distance To Waterfront Comments: 2.00 miles
Public Remarks Amenities: Fabulous pocket neighborhood. Great for walking, talking, biking and meeting neighbors. Doggie Day Care and Vet on SW Terwilliger & Taylor's Ferry.
New Construction Information
New Construction YN: No
Around this home
Schools
Capitol Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Jackson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
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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
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
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.6 hrs
2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$746,000 – $903,000
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