$399,500

1557 N SKIDMORE St, Portland, OR 97217

  • 3 beds |
  • 1 bath |
  • 1,605 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1911
  • Property Lot Size Icon5,227sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon 1 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $249/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 2 days ago

Property Description

Bring Your Imagination — Incredible Opportunity in Overlook!Unlock the potential of this charming fixer in one of Portland’s most desirable neighborhoods. Freshly painted inside and featuring new flooring in the kitchen and bath, this home is ready for your creative vision. With great bones and plenty of upside, it’s the perfect canvas to make your own. The main level offers two bedrooms and a full bath, while upstairs includes a third bedroom plus a bonus room—ideal for an office, studio, or extra living space. Light-filled living areas and a functional layout make it easy to envision the possibilities. Located in the heart of Overlook, enjoy being just minutes from the lively Mississippi District and some of Portland’s best shops, restaurants, and cafés. Grab coffee at Capitola, dinner at Por Que No, or brunch at Sweedeedee — all close by. New Seasons Market, MAX, and bus lines are just blocks away, with quick access to I-5 for an easy commute downtown or across the city. Whether you’re a first-time buyer ready to build equity or an investor looking for your next project, this home offers incredible potential in one of Portland’s most loved neighborhoods. Don’t miss the chance to make this Overlook gem your own! [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10241513]

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
October 9, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:
Windermere Realty Trust : 503-284-7755
Listing Agent:
Erin Rothrock : 503-784-3810
MLS ID:
563375146
  • General: Wood floors
  • Appliances: DishwasherFree standing refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • A/C: Central air
  • Heating: Forced air
  • General: Wood sidingPorchYard
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Parking: DrivewayOn streetParking spaces: 1
  • Roofing: Composition
  • General: Concrete perimeter
  • Road/Access: Paved
  • Originating MLS: Regional Multiple Listing ServiceInc.
  • County: Multnomah
  • Zoning: HARDIMANS ADDBLOCK 2LOT 20R175941
  • Water: Public water
  • Sewer: Public sewer
  • Source: Regional Multiple Listing ServiceInc.

This listing courtesy of Erin Rothrock, Windermere Realty Trust

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  • Property Taxes $
  • Home Insurance $
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Location

Schools Nearby

B

Beach Elementary School

1710 N Humboldt St, Portland, OR, 97217

Grades KG-5

0.25 miles away

O

Ockley Green Middle School

6031 N Montana Ave, Portland, OR, 97217

Grades 6-8

0.85 miles away

J

Jefferson High School

5210 N Kerby Ave, Portland, OR, 97217

Grades 9-12

0.68 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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