A little slice of Palm Springs in Portland, this one-level ranch is a bonafide retro goldmine with smart modernizations. Step back in time and soak in the delicious living room lighting, built-in planters, big windows, sandstone fireplace with hearth, and bygone era aesthetics. The minty cool kitchen with loads of space has oodles of potential for updating or enhancing, and there's a dining area for casual meals. We love the large communal bathroom with kitschy cool touches. Three good-sized bedrooms offer flexibility, and the primary bedroom has a cute ensuite bathroom. An expansive and beautifully illuminated family room is the focal point of this home, with walls of windows for an indoor/outdoor feel, and sweeping views of the spacious, fenced backyard. This is where the action is at, with a classic kidney-shaped pool, drought-resistant hugelkultur beds, tropical palms, and myriad fruiting trees and bushes (apple, cherry, pear, blueberry, plum, grape...). Perfect for springtime soirees and summer pool parties, this is an outdoor host-with-the-most fantasy - bring on the flamingo floaties and cheese fondue. Solar panelling, masonry heater, energy efficient updates, and a 24kw generator for power outages usher this beautiful home into a modern setting. Perfectly positioned in the serene Argay neighborhood, and sharing a fence with Luuwit View Park and Community Garden, this gorgeous mid-century gem is a whole vibe! [Home Energy Score = 7. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10236691]
Sold
$587,500
13137 NE Failing Ct, Portland, OR 97230
3beds
2,972sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
0.26 Acres lot
$587,600 Zestimate®
$198/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 09, 2025 at 10:17am
Listed by:
Chandra Noble-Ashford 503-933-6538,
Think Real Estate
Bought with:
Amy Romberg, 201226764
Windermere Realty Trust
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 705767294

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Dining room
- Features: Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Cook Island, Down Draft, Gourmet Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 126
- Width: 14
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 390
- Dimensions: 30 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Down Draft, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Cook Island, Gourmet Kitchen, Bathroom, Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,972
- Total interior livable area: 2,972 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: One Level, Accessibility
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Garden, Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Sprinkler, SqFt 10000 to 14999
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: R159352
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Sidewalk, Security Lights
Location
- Region: Portland
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Services availability

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Estimated market value
$587,600