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1536 SE 21st Ave,Portland, OR 97214

1536 SE 21st AvePortlandOR97214

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Excellent investment opportunity in one of Portland's most in-demand rental markets: half a block from SE Hawthorne. This 1922 Bungalow has been rented as a non-conforming duplex for years with two income-generating units, offering flexibility for an owner-occupant, immediate lease-up, or short-term rental conversion. The lower level complete with kitchenette, is ideal as a guest suite or Airbnb and can rented month-to-month, adding operating flexibility without long-term lease constraints. The garage has been separately rented in the past for an additional income. The property itself is charming, well-maintained, and updated. It features, refinished hardwood floors, updated kitchen with newer appliances, original built-ins, plus a fenced yard, single-car garage, and long driveway for added parking value. A rare combination of location, flexible unit mix, and low-maintenance in a high-demand, walkable neighborhood. 91 Walkscore + 95 Bikescore [Home Energy Score = 5. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10249667]

Full Property Details for 1536 SE 21st Ave

General

  • Price: $685,000
  • Taxes: $7,666 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • Source: RWMLS
  • MLS ID: 695697071
  • Updated: 7/9/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Rent Includes: None

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Sidewalk

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street

Location

  • County: Multnomah
  • Subdivision: COLONIAL HEIGHTS/HAWTHORNE
  • Driving Directions: SE Hawthorne to 21st

School Information

  • Elementary School: Abernethy
  • Middle School: Hosford
  • High School: Cleveland

Community

  • Community Name: 143 - Portland Southeast

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air - 95+%
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public Water

Structural Information

  • Property Detached: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Exterior Entry, Full Basement, Separate Living Quarters/Apartment/Aux Living Unit
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 1,974
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,791
  • Lot Size: 5, 000 to 6, 999 SqFt
  • Frontage: Paved

Green Features

  • Green Certified: Yes

Financial Considerations

  • Operating Expenses: $10,566
  • Tax Amount: $7,666.89
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: COLONIAL HTS, BLOCK 2, LOT 4
  • Disclosures/Reports: Disclosure
  • Property ID: R138030

Listed by Urban Nest Realty (503) 432-8126, Beth Friesenhahn (503) 333-8310

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    Urban Nest Realty

    503-432-8126

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Schools serving 1536 SE 21st Ave

School District:Portland School District 1j
NameGradesDistance
Abernethy Elementary School
2421 Southeast Orange Avenue, Portland, OR 97214
K-50.6 mi
Hosford Middle School
2303 Southeast 28th Place, Portland, OR 97214
6-80.5 mi
Cleveland High School, Portland, OR
3400 Southeast 26th Avenue, Portland, OR 97202
9-120.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1536 SE 21st Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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7/09/2026
Listed
$685,000
7.87%
MLS
1/07/2021
Sold
$635,000
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Tax History for 1536 SE 21st Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,667
4%
$284,540
3%
2024
$7,391
4%
$276,260
3%
2023
$7,107
4%
$268,220
6%
2021
$6,836
-2%
$252,830
-3%
2022
$6,954
2%
$260,410
6%
2021
$6,836
13%
$245,470
3%
2019
$6,040
21%
$238,320
21%
2018
$4,998
4%
$197,240
3%
2017
$4,790
23%
$191,500
16%
2016
$3,908
3%
$165,770
3%
2015
$3,806
2%
$160,950
3%
2014
$3,749
2%
$156,270
3%
2013
$3,662
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$151,720
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Listed by Urban Nest Realty (503) 432-8126, Beth Friesenhahn (503) 333-8310

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