What are the desirable features sellers promote in real estate listings? The research team for the online marketplace Zillow analyzed descriptions of homes for sale in Portland and “fireplace” was mentioned the most, appearing in one in three listings.
Details about Portland dwellings also include a patio, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings and a kitchen with granite counters and stainless-steel appliances.
Sustainable and eco-friendly features were included in 19.9{28ab41d673507bfe0daf970418d2e81f9476b3e139564442359ad7402c370b16} of Portland’s descriptions, while they showed up in only 7{28ab41d673507bfe0daf970418d2e81f9476b3e139564442359ad7402c370b16} of all U.S. listings, according to the Zillow survey.
Gardens are also unusually common in Portland, mentioned in 16{28ab41d673507bfe0daf970418d2e81f9476b3e139564442359ad7402c370b16} of listings. Only 9{28ab41d673507bfe0daf970418d2e81f9476b3e139564442359ad7402c370b16} of listings nationally mention a garden, says Zillow.
On the opposite end of the rankings, pools are mentioned in 20{28ab41d673507bfe0daf970418d2e81f9476b3e139564442359ad7402c370b16} of U.S. listings, but only 5.5{28ab41d673507bfe0daf970418d2e81f9476b3e139564442359ad7402c370b16} of Portland listings.
In this week’s real estate gallery, we look at homes for sale with dramatic fireplaces.
9912 N.W. Wind Ridge Dr. in Portland’s Forest Park neighborhood is listed by Suzann Baricevic Murphy of (w)here, Inc.(W)here, Inc.
Towering modern fireplace wall: 9912 N.W. Wind Ridge Dr. in Portland’s Forest Park neighborhood is listed at $7,778,500.
Three levels of steel and concrete rise from the ground against a ridge. The front of the house has Travertine walls while the back of the house has expansive glass panels. The architect was Ned Vaivoda, formerly of Thompson Vaivoda & Architects, now TVA Architects.
The mansion was built in 2003 on 9.74 acres and has five fireplaces, an indoor pool, music room, four bedrooms, five bathrooms, four powder rooms and 11,363 square feet of living space. There is also a guest house and a six-car garage.
“A masterpiece of light and design, this architecturally significant Pacific Northwest contemporary is filled with incredible statements,” says listing agent Suzann Baricevic Murphy of (W)here, Inc.
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6220 N.W. Skyline Blvd. in Portland’s Forest Park neighborhood is listed by Juli Martin of Luxe Christie’s International Real Estate.Luxe Christie’s International Real Estate
Classic fireplace: 6220 N.W. Skyline Blvd. in Portland’s Forest Park neighborhood is listed at $7,750,000.
The custom home, built in 1998 atop Skyline Ridge, has four fireplaces, five bedrooms, seven bathrooms and 6,887 square feet of living space.
There is also a second residence on the 25-acre property, which includes an 18-horse equestrian facility and views of the Cascades and Coast Range.
“Rural splendor meets the city at Foxridge Farm, a secluded luxury equestrian estate,” says listing agent Juli Martin of Luxe Christie’s International Real Estate.
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11175 S. Riverwood Road in Portland’s Riverdale neighborhood is listed by Mimi McCaslin with Anne-Marie Knapp of Luxe Christie’s International Real Estate.Luxe Christie’s International Real Estate
Library fireplace: 11175 S. Riverwood Road in Portland’s Riverdale neighborhood is listed at $4,480,000.
The Colonial Revival-style house, built in 1895 on 1.65 acres, has seven fireplaces, six bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms and 9,065 square feet of living space.
“Character and tradition meet eclectic high style in this private estate in coveted Dunthorpe,” says listing agent Mimi McCaslin with Anne-Marie Knapp of Luxe Christie’s International Real Estate.
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710 N.W. 13th Ave. Penthouse 2 in Portland’s Pearl District is listed by Susan Suzuki of Windermere Realty Trust.Windermere Realty Trust
Floor-to-vaulted-ceiling contemporary fireplace surround: 710 N.W. 13th Ave. Penthouse 2 in Portland’s Pearl District is listed at $2.9 million.
The contemporary penthouse, built during the 2007 conversion of the historic Crane Building, has a gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings, African mahogany millwork, wide-plank wood floors, an office, three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2,964 square feet of living space.
There is a private terrace and views to the north, south and east, plus two parking spaces and extra storage.
“This is not your ordinary penthouse,” says listing agent Susan Suzuki of Windermere Realty Trust. Homeowners association fees are $1,396 a month.
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1150 N.W .Quimby St. #1912 in Portland’s Pearl District is listed by Marilyn Andersen with Hannah Miller of Hoyt Realty Group.Hoyt Realty Group
Two-sided, corner fireplace: 1150 N.W .Quimby St. #1912 in Portland’s Pearl District is listed at $2,792,000.
The contemporary penthouse, built in the 2018 Vista North Pearl Condominiums, has a gas fireplace, two bedrooms, a bonus room, 2.5 bathrooms and 2,715 square feet of living space.
There are 180-degree views to the south, east and west as well as two indoor parking spots and a large storage unit.
“This unit has luxury finishes including European white oak floors, Wolf appliances, quartz counter tops and two large patios,” says listing agent Marilyn Andersen with Hannah Miller of Hoyt Realty Group.
Homeowners association fees of $1,324 a month include concierge service, and use of an outdoor terrace with a fireplace and two guest suites.
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— Janet Eastman | 503-294-4072
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