Tired of paying rent for your work space? Perfect Live / Work property! Introducing the original Kelly House, located in the vibrant South Waterfront area near the OHSU Plaza and OHSU Center for Health & Healing I & II. This prime Residential/Commercial/Office mixed-use property features stunning architecture and versatile spaces. Meticulously maintained and restored to perfection, the property offers multifaceted potential uses. The property showcases a beautiful wraparound porch, balconies, Mt Hood views and exquisite architectural details both inside and out (updates/upgrades by Arciform).The timeless Classic Portland Craftsman architecture seamlessly transitions from the exterior to the interior, highlighting rich woodwork and trim, built-ins, fireplaces, hardwood and wood floors, spacious rooms with high ceilings, crown moldings, and tin ceilings. A full, dry basement with higher ceilings provides additional spaces for use. The approximately 100x100 lot includes a paved section with 10 off-street parking spaces. Consider adding to this space for a garage, possible ADU or to create student housing or renting to food carts to enhance the already vibrant community.
Active
$1,500,000
3906 S Kelly Ave, Portland, OR 97239
4beds
3,189sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
10,018.8 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$470/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mt hood viewsBeautiful wraparound porchVersatile spacesStunning architectureFull dry basementTin ceilingsCrown moldings
- 155 days |
- 460 |
- 18 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 07, 2025 at 01:44am
Listed by:
Beth Earnest 503-330-7400,
Earnest Real Estate,
Kara Dale-Sonners 503-330-7401,
Earnest Real Estate
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 137683610
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Entry, Storage, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Walkin Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Balcony, Walkin Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Walkin Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Walkin Closet, Wallto Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Dining room
- Features: Balcony, Builtin Features, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Eating Area, Free Standing Refrigerator, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 352
- Width: 16
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Wood Floors
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Heating
- Forced Air 95 Plus, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Granite, High Speed Internet, Wainscoting, Walk-In Closet(s), Balcony, Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,189
- Total interior livable area: 3,189 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Parking Pad
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Yard, Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), River, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
Lot
- Size: 10,018.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: appro x 100 x 100
- Features: Level, Sloped, SqFt 10000 to 14999
Details
- Parcel number: R129301
- Zoning: RH
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Custom Style
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Restored
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $470/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,415,780
- Annual tax amount: $16,731
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+175.2%$470/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #137683610 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2013 | Sold | $545,000$171/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,732 +3.7% | $621,540 +3% |
| 2024 | $16,130 +4% | $603,440 +3% |
| 2023 | $15,510 +2.2% | $585,870 +3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$7,529/mo
Principal & interest
$5816
Property taxes
$1188
Home insurance
$525
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Corbett-Terwilliger-Lair Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Capitol Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.3 mi
- 8/10Jackson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 8/10Ida B. Wells-Barnett High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Capitol Hill
- Middle: Jackson
- High: Ida B Wells
Source: RMLS (OR). This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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