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$500,000

648 SE 20th Ave

Portland, OR, 97214
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3Beds
1Baths
1,953Sqft
$256$/sqft

Listing Notes

Located in the heart of Portland's highly sought-after Buckman neighborhood, this charming home offers the best of urban living with shops, restaurants, cafes, and public transportation just moments away. Rich in period character, the home showcases timeless architectural details including high ceilings, tall baseboards, detailed door frames, picture rail moldings, a classic clawfoot tub, and the original front door with crystal door knob and glass transom. Thoughtful updates blend seamlessly with the historic charm, featuring fresh interior paint and durable LVP flooring throughout. The spacious basement offers excellent ceiling height, an exterior entrance, and endless potential as a blank canvas for additional living space, studio, or flex area. Outside, the freshly painted wood lap siding and scalloped wood shingle accents beautifully reflect the home's historic character. Recent exterior improvements include fresh landscaping, a new retaining wall, and new back steps. Laundry is conveniently located in the basement and includes a washer, dryer, and utility sink. [Home Energy Score = 4. HES Report

Market Insights

Below nearby median-23%

$256/sqft vs a nearby median of $334/sqft.

Nearby median$334/sqft
Nearby properties8
Property size1,953 sqft
  • -23% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
  • Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
  • 1,953 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.

Pricing Read

Yardstick fair value$658k$599k$717k · 50% confidence
vs ask $500k−$158k (−31.6%)

Asking price is about 31.6% below the fair value — likely to draw competing offers if it's still on market.

$334/sqft median across 8 tight comps × 1,953 sqft= $651k
  • Pre-war character+$16k +2.5%
  • Sparse street life−$10k −1.5%
Cumulative NYC adjustments+$7k+1.0%

Property Read

FreshnessVerification recommended

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Market Position-23% vs nearby

The asking price per square foot is below the nearby median, which can be worth a closer comp check.

Price MovementInitial price point

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Listing Details

Days on market
5 days
Last price change
No change recorded
Listed
May 7, 2026
Photos
30 photos
Property type
single family
Status
for sale
Last sold
Jun 21, 2023 · $272,500

Features & Amenities

Outdoor SpaceForced AirSingle StoryBasementHigh CeilingGroundscareShopping

Photos

Price History

May 8, 2026Initial record
$500,000for sale

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