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$430,000

  • Sold
  • Sold
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,486 Sq. Ft.
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Opportunity Awaits in Montavilla! This classic Victorian cottage sits proudly on an oversized corner lot in one of the city's most vibrant neighborhoods. With two bedrooms and two baths on the main floor, plus two additional bedrooms in the finished basement, this property offers flexibility for guests, a home office, or creative space-perfect for many lifestyles.The main floor welcomes you with a formal entry and spacious living and dining rooms, all featuring warm wood floors. The updated galley kitchen includes a cheerful eat-in nook, quartz countertops, tile flooring, and direct access to a large deck and side yard-ideal for outdoor dining or morning coffee.Downstairs, the finished basement adds even more livability with a cozy family or media room, two additional bedrooms, a convenient laundry area, and generous storage space. Outside, the oversized fenced lot provides ample room to garden, play, or entertain. With a generous side yard, there's exciting potential for an ADU or even a future home addition. The extra-long driveway offers plenty of off-street parking and includes a storage shed. Located just blocks from the Montavilla Farmers Market, beloved neighborhood shops, cafes, and restaurants-and with Mt. Tabor Park only minutes away-this home is perfectly positioned for those who value community, walkability, and classic Portland charm.A fantastic opportunity for investors or first-time buyers ready to roll up their sleeves, this Montavilla gem is ready to shine!Please do not disturb tenant-showings by appointment only. [Home Energy Score = 3. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10242558]

Full Property Details for 144 SE 78th Ave

General

  • Sold For: $430,000
  • Taxes: $6,483 (2025)
  • Status: Sold
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: RWMLS
  • MLS ID: 242146773
  • Added to Site: 73 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Tile Floor, Washer/Dryer, Wood Floors
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Quartz, Range Hood, Solid Surface Countertop, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: 12 x 10, Main, 120 Sq. Ft.
  • Bedroom 2: 12 x 11, Main, 132 Sq. Ft.
  • Bedroom 3: 18 x 11, Lower, 198 Sq. Ft.
  • Bedroom 4: 18 x 9, Lower, 162 Sq. Ft.

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: 14 x 12, Main, 168 Sq. Ft.
  • Family Room: 16 x 10, Lower, 160 Sq. Ft.
  • Kitchen: 18 x 10, Main, 180 Sq. Ft.
  • Dining Room: 14 x 14, Main, 196 Sq. Ft.
  • Laundry: 10 x 8, Lower

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced, Tool Shed, Workshop

Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, RV Access/Parking

Location

  • County: Multnomah
  • Subdivision: Montavilla
  • Driving Directions: From East Burnside, south on SE 78th, property on Corner of SE 78th and SE Ash
  • Dist. to Public Trans.: 0.10 miles

School Information

  • Midd School District: Roseway Heights
  • Elementary School: Vestal
  • Middle School: Roseway Heights
  • High School: Leodis McDaniel

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: Bungalow
  • Basement Desc.: Finished
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 2,486
  • Year Built: 1892
  • Property Condition: Fixer

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,098
  • Lot Size: 5, 000 to 6, 999 SqFt
  • Frontage: Paved
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, On Busline

Green Features

  • Green Certified: Yes

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $6,483.99
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Reports: Disclosure
  • Property ID: R222239

Listed by Living Room Realty (503) 719-5588, Erika George (503) 349-5449 and Living Room Realty (503) 719-5588, Kari McGee (971) 322-6612
Sold by MORE Realty (503) 353-6673, James Newman

Listing agents

— 144 SE 78th Ave —

  • Erika George

    Living Room Realty

    503-719-5588

  • Kari McGee

    Living Room Realty

    503-719-5588

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Schools serving 144 SE 78th Ave

School District:Portland School District 1j
NameGradesDistance
Vestal Elementary School
161 Northeast 82nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97220
K-50.3 mi
Roseway Heights School
7334 Northeast Siskiyou Street, Portland, OR 97213
6-81.6 mi
Leodis V. McDaniel High School
3905 Southeast 91st Avenue, Portland, OR 97266
9-122 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 144 SE 78th Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/23/2025
Sold
$430,000
-1.15%
MLS
11/05/2025
Listed
$435,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Living Room Realty (503) 719-5588, Erika George (503) 349-5449 and Living Room Realty (503) 719-5588, Kari McGee (971) 322-6612
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144 SE 78th Ave, Portland, OR 97215 (MLS# 242146773) is a Single Family property that was sold at $430,000 on December 23, 2025. Want to learn more about 144 SE 78th Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Portland? You can browse all Portland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.