Charming North Portland bungalow, just minutes from the University of Portland - making it a perfect starter home or rental investment near campus. The spacious backyard is a blank canvas that can be imagined with string lights, a patio table, a fire pit, or room for a kid's playset. It's a walkable neighborhood with parks, restaurants, and easy access to freeways. In addition to the driveway, there is gated RV parking (or it can be used as additional side yard space). A true gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1944Year Built
3,484 sq ftLot Size
$318Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jordan Miller• John L. Scott Market Center
Listed by Angelique Wakeman• John L. Scott Market Center
Est. $2,347 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
This home has a fun remodel, with sunken den to the left of entry, living room on the right, and kitchen in back on the right, one bedroom and bath in back on the left. The upstairs bedroom takes up the whole space.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Kurt Dahlke
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 8504 N Foss Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLS #361195457
Apr 24, 2026
Sold
$400,000
$318/sq ft
Apr 2, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 20, 2026
Relisted
—
Mar 8, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 2, 2026
Listed
$400,000
$318/sq ft
RMLS #19054895
Feb 19, 2019
Sold
$350,000
$279/sq ft
Jan 28, 2019
Pending
—
Jan 24, 2019
Listed
$346,500
$276/sq ft
Enjoy a cozy retreat within the city! This delightful Portsmouth cottage offers an open floor plan with Brazilian cherry floors, kitchen with Travertine tile & granite, and upper bonus room that can serve as a master suite. Entertain guests on the patio & deck in a private fully fenced large backyard. Bike Score of 88, within 1 mile to New Seasons and six city parks including Columbia & Kenton. [Home Energy Score = 4. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10140734]
RMLS #16432866
May 13, 2016
Sold
$365,900
$291/sq ft
Apr 5, 2016
Pending
—
Mar 28, 2016
Listed
$300,000
$239/sq ft
Charming Kenton/Portsmouth home all cleaned, painted and freshly carpeted just for you. Refinished kitchen cabinets with granite and new glass top range. Fridge and W/D stay. Fully fenced with large deck and usable yard space. Huge master! Brazilian cherry floors. Central AC. Just one mile to the newly constructed New Season's and 3 blocks to Columbia park. Open Sunday from 1-3.
Public Records
Oct 20, 2006
Sold
$221,000
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 4, 2006
Sold
$179,900
$143/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,439 (+3.7%)
2024
$5,244 (+4.0%)
2023
$5,042 (+2.2%)
2022
$4,933 (+1.7%)
2021
$4,850 (+9.0%)
2020
$4,449 (+3.8%)
2019
$4,285 (+3.0%)
2018
$4,160 (+4.3%)
2017
$3,987 (+9.3%)
2016
$3,648 (+2.7%)
2015
$3,552 (+1.5%)
2014
$3,499 (+2.4%)
2013
$3,418 (+10.5%)
2012
$3,092 (+3.9%)
2011
$2,976 (+5.4%)
2010
$2,824 (+2.7%)
2009
$2,750
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
35 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
3,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
1,256
Year built
1944
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R292618
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R2.5
Residential 2,500 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
Oct 5, 2009 • Final
Plumbing
Remove and replace the water service line.
Plumbing
Aug 21, 2006 • Final
Residential bldg/trade
Addition
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.
Tax Legal Description: UNIVERSITY PK, BLOCK 137, LOT 20
Tax Annual Amount: $5,439.09
Lease / Rent Information
Land Lease YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Green Certification YN: No
Fuel Description: Electricity, Gas
Water Source: Public Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling YN: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Rosa Parks
Middle Or Junior School: George
High School: Roosevelt
Location Information
Directions: From Willis, North on Foss Ave
Unparsed Address: 8504 N FOSS AVE, Portland, OR 97203
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Zoning: R2.5
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,256
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1944
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Multnomah County
APN: R292618
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MlsStatus: Sold
Listing Price Information
Price Type: List Price
New Construction Information
New Construction YN: No
Around this home
Schools
Rosa Parks Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
George Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
Roosevelt High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
2/10
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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
3/10 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 • 97203
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
48
35
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37
57
43
65
45
71
51
77
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83
59
84
62
78
57
64
48
54
44
51
42
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 17% for direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$462,000 – $559,000
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