7505 SW Alden St, Portland, OR 97223

This charming, retro 2-bedroom/2-bath ranch is ideal for those looking for quiet, peaceful living in SW Portland. Nestled in the trees, minutes from downtown Portland, this lovely home offers the best of both worlds. Enter through the front door into the cozy, carpeted living room with a non-working fireplace and a large floor-to-ceiling box window area that overlooks the front yard, providing plentiful natural light. Move on to the tidy kitchen with all white appliances, including a dishwasher, and ample counter and cabinet space. Two steps down, and you're in the converted family room with simple built-ins, a large closet for storage, and a washer/dryer. There is a side entrance leading to the driveway, a parking space, and the shaded deck in the back. Back at the living room, the carpeted bedrooms with large closets are down the hall, along with two full bathrooms. The back bedroom has a door leading to the shaded deck in the rear. If the resident likes to garden, the owner is open to allowing access to the raised beds in the back part of the yard, a haven for summer relaxing and entertaining with a shaded deck and bench seating. The owner is responsible for mowing the front yard. The tenant is responsible for watering the beds and is expected to maintain their appealing appearance. In the back deck area, the tenant is responsible for maintaining its appearance and watering the plants and bamboo. If the tenant likes to garden, the owner is open to exploring ways to allow for more planting options, more creative use of space, etc. Please talk with the leasing agent for more details. This welcoming home is perfect for those who appreciate tranquility and the need for a respectful, collaborative living situation. The owner has a therapy practice in the ADU on the property at a decent distance from the home and reserves private, unrestricted access to certain areas for parking: The right side of the driveway must be left accessible at all times to allow for owner and visitor access to the office in the rear. There is space for two cars in the front driveway and another spot behind the house for tenants. Pet policy: No pets Smoking policy: Smoking prohibited on entire premises Tenant will be billed back for their share of gas, electricity, water/sewer, and trash. SECURITY DEPOSITThe security deposit for this property will be at least equal to one month's rent. Based on the results of the tenant screening process, an additional security deposit may be required. If applicable, the additional amount will be an extra full month's rent.