1208 NE Holman St #B, Portland, OR 97211

Creatives and Cyclists will love this light filled cottage This sweet, light filled, quiet one-bedroom is an artist's and organic gardener's delight. The private, fenced courtyard and side yard are perfect for generous containers of veggies, flowers, and herbs in abundance. A full kitchen for the cook who likes to prepare meals flows into an open concept great room, flooding the high-ceilinged space with light from the front garden window, solar powered skylight, and wall of southern exposure windows. A spacious bathroom with tub/shower combo has lots of room to accommodate your storage, with a large, closed shelving unit provided to get you started. The bedroom comfortably fits a queen bed, dresser and nightstand, enjoys a closet with sliding doors, and boasts a slider out onto a quaint and private porch, where you will happily sit, enjoying the peace and fresh air. That generous private side yard is there for your use, too. This welcoming small home also includes a washer/dryer combo and utility closet- so no more trips to the laundromat. BIG BONUS: the cottage comes with an 8 x 12 ft, secure Mennonite shed with lots of shelving and a loft, so you can safely and drily store your bike (Holman Street is one of the city's major bike boulevards, bike score for this home is 96), skis, holiday ornaments, and whatever else your lifestyle requires. This is a no smoking inside, energy efficient home, surrounded by vibrant, friendly people who care about community. Easy distance from Dekum Triangle, Killingsworth Corridor, and Alberta Street (total walk score: 76). Number 8 bus is an easy two blocks east. Utilities are reasonable. With an energy efficient HVAC, the cottage stays warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Water and garbage is paid. You cover your own electricity and internet. A small (no more than 25 pounds) indoor fur family member may be allowed with prior screening and approval. Please enquire and be prepared to provide a pet resume. Pet security deposit and rent will apply. Rodney the Cat lives in the main house- his needs are for a compatible grounds mate. We are seeking extended family for this micro-community and urban retreat. Please provide verification of income at a minimum of 2 1/2 times the monthly rent, good references and a desire to make our cottage their peaceful home. We're a quiet, LGBTQI friendly, politically active, older couple who, while friendly, pretty much keep to ourselves. Our organic garden is filled with pollinators, edibles, and natives which we will happily share during harvest time. Especially the apples so sweet, so many, so good. application/screening fee $48. One year lease with first month's rent and security deposit of $1250. Additional pet security deposit of $500 per month for one approved, small, in home pet plus $25 per month. Parking is on street-always plenty available in this quiet area. No smoking inside the cottage.