This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/1
$889,000
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/1
Property Description
A hallmark of 1970s modernism-where bold design met laid-back luxury, this home is a study in era-defining style, unfolding across three expansive levels in Portland's Southwest Hills. Built in 1973, the home channels the era's signature style with parquet floors, vaulted ceilings, and a warm, wood-accented palette. Period drapes, spotlights, and original lighting fixtures further anchor the home in its time- adding texture, warmth, and a distinctly nostalgic glow. The main level's open layout flows from the living room to a spacious dining area and wraparound deck-framing postcard forest views and a peek at Mt. St. Helens. Downstairs, the private bedroom level opens to a balcony, while the lower floor transforms into a full-fledged screening and theater suite-complete with a projection room, bonus space, and a large, secure storage room.The 1970s marked a seismic shift in filmmaking-a golden age when directors like Scorsese, Coppola, Kubrick, and trailblazer Elaine May reimagined what cinema could be. It was a decade defined by bold choices, boundary-pushing narratives, and visual storytelling that turned every frame into a masterpiece. This home, steeped in the aesthetic and atmosphere of the era, echoes that same sense of artistry and intention and its connection to film runs deep. The screening room once housed multiple projectors, including a pair of 35mm Century models and two 16mm projectors, and was regularly used to view and review films-a space designed for watching with intention. Keeping the tradition of film alive, the projectors that once lived here now reside at local theaters: Cinemagic and the Hollywood Theatre, respectively. Many of the prints found a new home at the Museum of Modern Art. Together, the machines and the movies they once brought to life continue their stories-on screens and in rooms-near and far.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3103 SW Gale Ave
General
- Sold For: $889,000
- Taxes: $15,000 (2024)
- Status: Sold
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RWMLS
- MLS ID: 123666138
- Added to Site: 296 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Vinyl Floor, Wall to Wall Carpet, Washer/Dryer
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Built-in Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: 15 x 15, Lower, 225 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 2: 15 x 11, Lower, 165 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 3: 14 x 11, Lower, 154 Sq. Ft.
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 22 x 17, Main, 374 Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen: 17 x 16, Main, 272 Sq. Ft.
- Dining Room: 16 x 15, Main, 240 Sq. Ft.
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Carport, Off Street
Location
- County: Multnomah
- Subdivision: SW HILLS
- Driving Directions: SW Fairmount, N on SW Gale Ave
School Information
- Midd School District: West Sylvan
- Elementary School: Ainsworth
- Middle School: West Sylvan
- High School: Lincoln
Community
- Community Name: 148 - Portland NW/ SW/ S, Raleigh Hills
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electricity, Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Partially Finished, Storage Space
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Aluminum Frames
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 3,333
- Year Built: 1973
- Property Condition: Approximately
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 13,939
- Lot Size: 10, 000 to 14, 999 SqFt
- Frontage: Paved
- Lot Features: Cul-de-sac, Sloped, Trees
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $15,000.09
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Reports: Disclosure
- Property ID: R221419
Listed by Vetiver Street Real Estate (503) 894-6473, Ashley Crowell (971) 930-5427
Sold by Windermere Realty Trust (503) 233-7777, Brittany Bragg
Get Pre-Approved Today
Schools
Schools serving 3103 SW Gale Ave
School District:Portland School District 1j
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ainsworth Elementary School 2425 Southwest Vista Avenue, Portland, OR 97201 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
West Sylvan Middle School 8111 Southwest West Slope Drive, Portland, OR 97225 | 6-8 | 2.9 mi |
Lincoln High School, Portland, OR 1750 Southwest Salmon Street, Portland, OR 97205 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 3103 SW Gale Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/10/2025
Sold
$889,000
-1.21%
MLS
5/01/2025
Listed
$899,900
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
3103 SW Gale Ave, Portland, OR 97239 (MLS# 123666138) is a Single Family property that was sold at $889,000 on June 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 3103 SW Gale 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.

