Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/10/2026
Listed
$625,000
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MLS
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Property Description
RENOVATE and PRESERVE the existing home, and put 2 detached ADU's in rear with ALLEY access. Rare development OPPORTUNITY in one of Portland's most sought-after neighborhoods, just blocks from Montavilla Street dining, cafés, and shopping. This CORNER 100x105' R5-zoned lot with alley access offers approximately 10,500SF of infill potential with FLEXIBLE options for investors, developers, or owner-occupants. CONFIRM existing lot line, create two 50x100 lots, build detached homes, add ADUs. Build a COTTAGE CLUSTER and take advantage of SDC waivers. The property includes an existing 1558 SF home plus a 300SF unfinished basement, ideal for renovation, additional units, or complete redevelopment. Exceptional WALKABILITY, strong upside potential, and a prime Portland location makes this a standout opportunity. Buyer to verify development possibilities with the City.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1039 SE 78th Ave
General
- Price: $625,000
- Taxes: $6,341
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RWMLS
- MLS ID: 489935276
- Updated: 6/10/2026
- Added to Site: 14 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, High Ceilings, Laundry, Wood Floors
- Appliances: Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Pantry
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Main
- Bedroom 2: Upper
- Bedroom 3: Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Main
- Kitchen: Main
- Dining Room: Main
- Office/Den/Study: Main
- Laundry: Main
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fenced, RV/Boat Storage, Yard
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Off Street, RV Access/Parking
Location
- County: Multnomah
- Driving Directions: N on SE 76th St / E on SE Taylor St Property on NE Corner
School Information
- Elementary School: Bridger
- Middle School: Bridger
- High School: Franklin
Community
- Community Name: 143 - Portland Southeast
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: 2 Story, Craftsman
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Vinyl Frames, Wood Frames
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,858
- Year Built: 1904
- Property Condition: Fixer
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,454
- Lot Size: 10, 000 to 14, 999 SqFt
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 105
- Frontage: Paved
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $6,341.49
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, Other
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: KINZEL PK, BLOCK 5, LOT 17&18
- Disclosures/Reports: Disclosure
- Property ID: R198928
Listed by RE/MAX Equity Group (503) 653-0607, Gretchen Spring (503) 964-7994
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Schools
Schools serving 1039 SE 78th Ave
School District:Portland School District 1j
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bridger Elementary School 7910 Southeast Market Street, Portland, OR 97215 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
Franklin High School, Portland, OR 5405 Southeast Woodward Street, Portland, OR 97206 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 1039 SE 78th Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 1039 SE 78th Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,341
4%
$235,350
3%
2024
$6,114
4%
$228,500
3%
2023
$5,879
4%
$221,850
6%
2021
$5,654
-2%
$209,120
-3%
2022
$5,751
2%
$215,390
6%
2021
$5,654
13%
$203,030
3%
2019
$4,996
3%
$197,120
3%
2018
$4,849
4%
$191,380
3%
2017
$4,648
9%
$185,810
3%
2016
$4,253
3%
$180,400
3%
2015
$4,142
2%
$175,150
3%
2014
$4,079
2%
$170,050
3%
2013
$3,984
—
$165,100
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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