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About this home
Welcome home to this fully remodeled St. Johns gem, thoughtfully updated to blend modern finishes with classic Portland charm. Situated on a quiet neighborhood street just a 5-minute walk to downtown St. Johns shops, restaurants, cafes, and local favorites, and only 10 minutes from Forest Park's miles of trails and outdoor recreation. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features an open-concept floor plan filled with natural light, new flooring, a designer kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island perfect for entertaining. The fully remodeled bathroom showcases contemporary finishes and an oversized walk-in shower.The finished lower level with separate exterior entrance offers exceptional flexibility for additional living space, home office, media room, gym, guest quarters, or multigenerational living. Enjoy the peaceful backyard setting with mature trees, covered deck, and private outdoor space ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located near parks, dining, downtown Portland, and major commuter routes. A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully renovated home in one of Portland's most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods. [Home Energy Score = 3. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10248584]
St. Johns, located between the Willamette River and the Columbia River, is a historic and industrial Portland neighborhood with a working waterfront and a small-town main street. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around N Lombard St and N Philadelphia Ave, where taverns, record bins, taquerias, and old-school storefronts keep the sidewalks busy. The St. Johns Bridge frames daily views, while Cathedral Park sets a grassy stage beneath its gothic arches. Landmark Saloon, Slim’s Restaurant, and St. Johns Twin Cinemas act as local pillars for food, conversation, and a classic movie night. Housing leans to early-20th-century bungalows and cottages, with pockets of newer infill near Lombard. Forest Park’s north trails and river paths shape an outdoors-forward routine without leaving the peninsula.
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Offer insights
8950 N Smith St · $419,900
$420K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $420K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
142 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.8%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Finished basement
Laundry area
Luxury vinyl plank flooring
Quartz surfaces
Double-pane windows
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on main level
Second bedroom on main level (11' x 9')
Third bedroom on main level (11' x 9')
Bonus room on lower level (41' x 32')
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the main level
Kitchen
Kitchen with island
Quartz countertops
Range hood
Free-standing range
Dishwasher
Plumbed for ice maker
Tile accents
ENERGY STAR qualified appliances
Laundry & utility
Laundry area
Electric hot water
Flooring
Luxury vinyl plank
Tile
Heating & cooling
Mini split heating and cooling
Wall heater
Exterior features
Covered patio
Deck
Guest quarters
Yard
Level lot
Gravel and paved road access
Home design
Single-family residence
Updated/remodeled condition
Not attached to another property
Shingle roof
Vinyl siding
Built in 1916
Block foundation
Parking
Off-street parking
Security
No security features
Construction
Shingle roof
Vinyl siding exterior
Block foundation
Year built 1916
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric and gas service
Cable and DSL internet
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Financial info
Land lease: No
Other
Green certification present
Electricity and solar
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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
Mar 17, 2026 • Final
Electrical
Install a new electrical service and panel board.
Electrical
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portland, OR • 97203
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Sun exposure
79/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
4.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 8950 N Smith St
$413,873
$6,027 under list price of $420K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $454K to $570K.