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#427174119, Alejandro Jimenez, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty Professionals
$995,000 List price
1525 SW Martha St Portland, OR 97239
5 beds
3 full
2,744 sqft
0.2 acres
$363 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1525 SW Martha St
OPEN 8/3/25 FROM 3PM-5PM. Mid-Century Modern Gem in the West Hills - Step into timeless design and modern comfort with this beautifully updated 1957 mid-century modern sanctuary. Set on a desirable corner lot in the heart of SW Portland, this home offers 2,744 square feet of living space, featuring 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and breathtaking south-facing views. Spread across two light-filled levels, this home is designed to maximize natural light with expansive south-facing windows that flood both floors with sun. The main level boasts newly refinished hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and a fully renovated kitchen that seamlessly blends style and function. You'll also find two bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite complete with a spacious walk-in closet and a beautifully updated en-suite bathroom. The lower daylight level offers a generous second living area with another wood-burning fireplace, three additional bedrooms, and a fully remodeled hall bathroom. Thoughtfully updated throughout, recent upgrades include: new plumbing and electrical, new roof, interior & exterior paint, tankless water heater, heat pump with AC, new flooring, and lighting fixtures. Located just minutes from Council Crest Park, Healy Heights Park, the Fairmount Loop, and Hillsdale Town Center, with access to top-rated schools, this home is tucked into a neighborhood known for its iconic mid-century homes and forested charm.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingZoned
StatusActive
CoolingZoned
Size2,744 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built1957
ParkingCarport, Driveway
MLS #742167565
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Carport, Driveway
- Architectural Style: 2 Story, Mid-Century Modern
- Heating: Zoned
- Cooling: Zoned
- List Price: $995,000
- Price/SqFt: $362
- Annual Tax Amount: $11,243
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Corner of SW Martha St and SW Westwood Ct
- Year Built: 1957
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,744 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
- MLS Number: 742167565
- MLS Name: Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc.
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Professionals
- Office Phone: (503) 546-9955
- Listing Agent: Zachary Eaton
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2001 | Home Sold | $30,000 |
| Jun 21, 2000 | Home Sold | $283,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $424,720 | $11,243 |
| 2022 | $412,350 | $11,000 |
| 2021 | $400,340 | $11,000 |
| 2020 | $388,680 | $10,814 |
| 2018 | $366,370 | $9,274 |
| 2017 | $355,700 | $8,888 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Rieke Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•1405 SW Vermont St
9
Capitol Hill Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•8401 SW 17th Ave
10
Bridlemile Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•4300 SW 47th Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $124,138. The most common annual income of people living in Portland, OR is between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
16%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
25%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
32%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1525 SW Martha St
The listing price of 1525 SW Martha St property is $995,000.
The property 1525 SW Martha St is a house located in Portland, Oregon, 97239.
Active Listing: 1525 SW Martha St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1525 SW Martha St are: Rieke Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Capitol Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Bridlemile Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Robert Gray Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Winterhaven School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ida B. Wells High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Riverdale High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $11,243 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 30, 2001 for $30,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1525 SW Martha St has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 1525 SW Martha St is 2,744 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1525 SW Martha St is 1957.
This home is located at 1525 SW Martha St in Portland, OR and zip code 97239 in the Southwest Portland neighborhood. This 2,744 square foot home, which was built in 1957, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 31, 2025 and is currently priced at $995,000.
In July 2025 more than 321 listings in Portland, OR were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 203 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 389 were sold below. The number of listings in Portland, OR increased by 3.6% between June and July 2025. In July 2025, listings were on the market for 44 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $552,497.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.