Tucked along a quiet Lair Hill street, this light-filled home blends historic charm with thoughtful updates. Three bedrooms and a full bath upstairs create a classic layout, while the fully renovated third-floor attic—with skylight and roof deck access—offers inspiring space for work, creativity, or retreat (along with a fantastic view of the tram). Original floors have been beautifully refinished, bathrooms remodeled, roof newly replaced, electrical updated, and major systems refreshed, so you can simply move in and enjoy. A finished basement with high ceilings provides flexible space for storage, hobbies, and potential for more. Host dinners in the gracious dining room, gather in the living room, or spill out to the side covered deck on warm (or rainy!) evenings. Multigenerational neighborhood just moments from neighborhood cafes, river access, shops, and pedestrian connections to downtown, South Waterfront, and OHSU. 6 minute walk to OHSU tram for the easiest commute up the hill. HES = 8 (amazing for 1908 home!) [Home Energy Score = 8. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10188187]
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Price cut: $5K (3/20)
$644,000
223 S Whitaker St, Portland, OR 97239
3beds
2,187sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
2,613.6 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$294/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Side covered deckBathrooms remodeledRoof newly replacedGracious dining roomLight-filled homeRoof deck accessFully renovated third-floor attic
- 39 days |
- 4,140 |
- 248 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 22, 2026 at 10:47am
Listed by:
Sarah Johnson 541-207-7996,
Where, Inc,
Jacqueline Haddon 503-267-3708,
Where, Inc
Source: RMLS (OR),MLS#: 718152327
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Laundry, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet Organizer, Wood Floors
- Level: Upper
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Wood Floors
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Wood Floors
- Level: Upper
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9 x 13
Dining room
- Features: Deck, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 308
- Dimensions: 11 x 28
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Granite
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Width: 13
Living room
- Features: Bay Window, Wood Floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 13 x 17
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Appliances, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Floor 3rd, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite, High Ceilings, Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Closet Organizer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood, Wall to Wall Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Bay Window(s)
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,187
- Total interior livable area: 2,187 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered Deck, Deck
- Exterior features: Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Builtin Hot Tub
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Territorial
Lot
- Size: 2,613.6 Square Feet
- Features: SqFt 0K to 2999
Details
- Additional structures: ToolShed
- Parcel number: R129067
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Four Square
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $294/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $597,930
- Annual tax amount: $9,437
- Date on market: 2/13/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Price change | $644,000-0.8%$294/sqft |
Source:  RMLS (OR) #718152327 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,000+8.3%$297/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #718152327 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2021 | Sold | $599,000$274/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #20555114 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2020 | Pending sale | $599,000$274/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #20555114 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2020 | Listed for sale | $599,000+13%$274/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Bain #20555114 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2017 | Sold | $530,000+1.3%$242/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #17317305 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $523,000+39.5%$239/sqft |
Source: Windermere Stellar #17317305 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2013 | Sold | $374,900$171/sqft |
Source: RMLS (OR) #12279939 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2013 | Price change | $374,900-1.3%$171/sqft |
Source: JMA Properties LLC #12279939 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2012 | Listed for sale | $380,000$174/sqft |
Source: JMA Properties LLC #12279939 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,437 +3.7% | $350,560 +3% |
| 2024 | $9,098 +4% | $340,350 +3% |
| 2023 | $8,748 +2.2% | $330,440 +3% |
| 2022 | $8,559 +1.7% | $320,820 +3% |
| 2021 | $8,414 +12.6% | $311,470 +6.4% |
| 2020 | $7,475 +3.8% | $292,870 +3% |
| 2019 | $7,200 | $284,340 +3% |
| 2018 | $7,200 +3% | $276,060 +3% |
| 2017 | $6,988 +14% | $268,020 +3% |
| 2016 | $6,129 | $260,220 +3% |
| 2015 | $6,129 +5.4% | $252,650 +3% |
| 2014 | $5,817 +17.5% | $245,300 +3% |
| 2013 | $4,952 +18.3% | $238,160 +7% |
| 2012 | $4,186 -5.5% | $222,530 +3% |
| 2011 | $4,428 -2.8% | $216,050 +3% |
| 2010 | $4,558 +43.6% | $209,760 +43.9% |
| 2009 | $3,175 +5.9% | $145,720 +3% |
| 2008 | $2,997 +0.2% | $141,480 +3% |
| 2007 | $2,991 +11.4% | $137,360 +3% |
| 2006 | $2,685 +4.7% | $133,360 +3% |
| 2005 | $2,564 -8.4% | $129,480 +3% |
| 2004 | $2,798 +3.4% | $125,710 +3% |
| 2003 | $2,706 +7.7% | $122,050 +3% |
| 2002 | $2,513 +7.4% | $118,500 +6.1% |
| 2000 | $2,340 | $111,700 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,703/mo
Principal & interest
$3188
Property taxes
$515
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Corbett-Terwilliger-Lair Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Capitol Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.6 mi
- 8/10Jackson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 8/10Ida B. Wells-Barnett High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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