OPEN SAT & SUN JUNE 24 & 25 from 1-3 PM. Welcome to this charming property nestled near desirable Multnomah Village! With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, this home offers ample space and comfort for all your needs. The family room off the kitchen provides a cozy gathering spot. Enjoy casual meals in the breakfast nook overlooking the private backyard - an oasis of tranquility and ideal for outdoor entertaining or quiet relaxation. Mature trees and lush greenery provide privacy and serenity. The four bedrooms offer plenty of personal space, and the primary bedroom features an ensuite bath and walk-in closet. The 2-car attached garage provides convenience and extra storage. Located on a quiet street, this home is just moments away from vibrant Multnomah Village - via the soon-to-be-completed Capitol Hwy. Parkway - where you can enjoy the unique shops and dine at the many diverse restaurants. This exceptional home combines comfort, convenience, and tranquility. Schedule a showing today! During Capitol Hwy construction, the easiest access is from northbound Capitol Hwy. If you're coming from Multnomah Village, take SW 35th south to Spring Garden St., then left on SW Dolph and right on SW 36th. Then right on SW Marigold to 40th. [Home Energy Score = 6. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10156564]
Wonderful traditional 2-story home on quiet street located 1-block from public transportation. Updated kitchen with granite slab counters and custom back splash. Formal dining and casual eat in area w/door to back patio. Great floorplan w/master suite & 3 bedrooms on upper floor. Both formal living room & dining room. Family room is open to the kitchen creating wonderful flow. [Home Energy Score = 6. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10156564]
Public Records
Dec 1, 1989
Sold
$104,900
$62/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1989
Sold
$17,000
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,897 (+3.7%)
2024
$9,541 (+4.0%)
2023
$9,174 (+2.2%)
2022
$8,976 (+3.4%)
2021
$8,679 (+12.7%)
2020
$7,701 (+15.5%)
2019
$6,667 (−1.7%)
2018
$6,784 (+10.0%)
2017
$6,166 (+16.9%)
2016
$5,277 (+5.5%)
2015
$5,003 (+3.9%)
2014
$4,816 (+14.9%)
2013
$4,190 (+11.6%)
2012
$3,754 (+4.2%)
2011
$3,602 (−13.0%)
2010
$4,138 (−5.0%)
2009
$4,358
Tax history for 8947 SW 40th Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,897 (+3.7%)
2024
$9,541 (+4.0%)
2023
$9,174 (+2.2%)
2022
$8,976 (+3.4%)
2021
$8,679 (+12.7%)
2020
$7,701 (+15.5%)
2019
$6,667 (−1.7%)
2018
$6,784 (+10.0%)
2017
$6,166 (+16.9%)
2016
$5,277 (+5.5%)
2015
$5,003 (+3.9%)
2014
$4,816 (+14.9%)
2013
$4,190 (+11.6%)
2012
$3,754 (+4.2%)
2011
$3,602 (−13.0%)
2010
$4,138 (−5.0%)
2009
$4,358
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
67 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
8,040 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
1,703
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Multnomah County
APN
R304960
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R7
Residential 7,000 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
Sep 15, 2017 • Final
Mechanical
Install a new gas furnace and air conditioning system. Vent the water heater.
Gas
HVAC
Plumbing
Water heater
May 9, 2013 • 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: 2
Garage Information
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour Unbranded: Yes
Appliances
Hot Water Description: Gas
Interior Features
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Basement: Crawl Space
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Bathrooms Partial: 1
Bathrooms Partial Main Level: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bathrooms Total Main Level: 0.1
Bathrooms Total Upper Level: 2
Baths Total: 2.1
Room 4 Information
Area: 90
Description: 4th Bedroom
Features Cont: Closet, Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 10
Width: 9
Level: Upper
Room 7 Information
Area: 130
Description: 2nd Bedroom
Features Cont: Closet, Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Area: 99
Description: 3rd Bedroom
Features Cont: Closet, Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 11
Width: 9
Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Area: 110
Description: Dining Room
Features Cont: Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Area: 192
Description: Family Room
Features: Fireplace
Features Cont: Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Area: 120
Description: Kitchen
Features: Hardwood Floors, Pantry
Features Cont: Granite
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Area: 170
Description: Living Room
Features: Bay Window
Features Cont: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wall to Wall Carpet
Length: 17
Width: 10
Level: Main
Room 13 Information
Area: 208
Description: Primary Bedroom
Features Cont: Suite, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk in Closet