# 1039 SE 78TH Ave, Portland, OR 97215

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/1ba single family, $625,000 ($336/sqft), built 1904, 1,858 sqft. Est. $2,708/mo. Listed 1 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $625,000 |
| Price/sqft | $336 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,858 |
| Year Built | 1904 |
| Lot Size | 10,454 sqft (0.24 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 1 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $2,708 |
| **Total** | **$2,708** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Bridger
- **Middle:** Bridger
- **High:** Franklin

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1904
- 0.24 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
RENOVATE and PRESERVE the existing home, and put 2 detached ADU's in rear with ALLEY access. Rare development OPPORTUNITY in one of Portland's most sought-after neighborhoods, just blocks from Montavilla Street dining, cafes, and shopping. This CORNER 100x105' R5-zoned lot with alley access offers approximately 10,500SF of infill potential with FLEXIBLE options for investors, developers, or owner-occupants. CONFIRM existing lot line, create two 50x100 lots, build detached homes, add ADUs. Build a COTTAGE CLUSTER and take advantage of SDC waivers. The property includes an existing 1558 SF home plus a 300SF unfinished basement, ideal for renovation, additional units, or complete redevelopment. Exceptional WALKABILITY, strong upside potential, and a prime Portland location makes this a standout opportunity. Buyer to verify development possibilities with the City.

## Location

- **Address:** 1039 SE 78TH Ave, Portland, OR 97215
- **County:** Multnomah
- **Coordinates:** 45.515426, -122.583554
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=45.515426,-122.583554

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Gretchen Spring
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Equity Group
- **Phone:** 5039647994
- **Email:** Gretchenspringsells@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![1039 SE 78TH Ave - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69b0e18d930764ef95cc04cb0afe2794l-f3188643208r.jpg)

*37 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/1039-se-78th-ave-portland-or-97215-89935276)*

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**MLS#:** 489935276 | **Updated:** 2026-06-18
**Source:** listhub

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