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$499,950

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 2,160 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 8 days ago

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1559 N Prescott St,Portland, OR 97217

1559 N Prescott StPortlandOR97217

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Opportunity meets character in the heart of Overlook. This distinctive North Portland property currently lives as a 2-bedroom, 1-bath home and offers vintage charm, flexible spaces, and future potential.The main home features an updated kitchen and bathroom, newer stairs to the upper level, and improvements to the electrical, plumbing, sewer, HVAC, water heater, and select windows. Some finishing work remains, giving the next owner an opportunity to add personal style and continue the home's transformation.Outside, the property includes a yard, detached garage, separate ADU, and dry sauna. These flexible spaces may work well for a home office, creative studio, hobbies, or storage. The basement provides additional storage and project space.Located near neighborhood restaurants, coffee shops, parks, public transportation, and convenient freeway access, this home offers the location and lifestyle that make Overlook one of North Portland's most desirable neighborhoods.A recent home inspection was completed prior to listing. Oil tank removal and cleanup documentation is also available. Tax records reflect 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms; the property currently lives as a 2-bedroom, 1-bath home. Buyer to verify square footage, bedroom and bathroom count, permits, ADU status, intended uses, and all property details.

Full Property Details for 1559 N Prescott St

General

  • Price: $499,950
  • Taxes: $4,570 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: RWMLS
  • MLS ID: 534807401
  • Updated: 8/13/2026
  • Added to Site: 16 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: 3rd Floor, Laundry, Skylight(s)
  • Appliances: Built-in Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Primary Bedroom: Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Upper

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Fenced, Sauna

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Location

  • County: Multnomah
  • Driving Directions: From N Interstate Ave, head west on N Prescott St. Property will be on the right. GPS works accurate

School Information

  • Elementary School: Beach
  • Middle School: Ockley Green
  • High School: Jefferson

Community

  • Community Name: 141 - Portland North

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air - 95+%
  • Heating Fuel: Electricity, Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public Water

Structural Information

  • Property Detached: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Square Feet: 2,160
  • Year Built: 1909
  • Property Condition: Resale

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,049
  • Lot Size: 3, 000 to 4, 999 SqFt
  • Frontage: Paved
  • Lot Features: Level

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $4,570.1
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Call Listing Agent, Cash, Other, Rehab

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: ETHEL LYNN ADD, BLOCK 2, E 1/2 OF LOT 1, E 1/2 OF S 13 1/3' OF LO
  • Disclosures/Reports: Disclosure
  • Property ID: R158615

Listed by Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty (503) 635-9801, Javier Puga Phillips (323) 573-1516

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Schools serving 1559 N Prescott St

School District:Portland School District 1j
NameGradesDistance
Beach Elementary School, Portland, OR
1710 North Humboldt Street, Portland, OR 97217
K-50.2 mi
Ockley Green
6031 North Montana Avenue, Portland, OR 97217
6-80.8 mi
Jefferson High School, Portland, OR
5210 North Kerby Avenue, Portland, OR 97217
9-120.7 mi
Roosevelt High School, Portland, OR
6941 North Central Street, Portland, OR 97203
9-123.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1559 N Prescott St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
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8/06/2026
Listed
$499,950
258.39%
MLS
8/29/2001
Sold
$139,500
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Tax History for 1559 N Prescott St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,570
4%
$169,610
3%
2024
$4,406
4%
$164,670
3%
2023
$4,237
4%
$159,880
6%
2021
$4,075
-2%
$150,710
-3%
2022
$4,145
2%
$155,230
6%
2021
$4,075
13%
$146,330
3%
2019
$3,601
3%
$142,070
3%
2018
$3,495
4%
$137,940
3%
2017
$3,350
9%
$133,930
3%
2016
$3,066
3%
$130,030
3%
2015
$2,985
1%
$126,250
3%
2014
$2,941
2%
$122,580
3%
2013
$2,872
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$119,010
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Listed by Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty (503) 635-9801, Javier Puga Phillips (323) 573-1516

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