#283175756, Tabi Traughber, Listing office: HomeSmart Realty Group
553 NE 43rd Ave Portland, OR 97213
Property details
About 553 NE 43rd Ave
Classic Laurelhurst Bungalow! Same family for 40 years! This beautiful home features five bedrooms (3 bedrooms up & 2 on main) and two bathrooms. This amazing home also showcases beautiful hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and sweet built-ins with leaded panels offering warmth and character throughout. With abundant space, an exquisite front yard, a deck for entertaining, and a spacious covered front porch for "alfresco dining", this home is perfect for both relaxation and gathering. Laundry room, family room, and lots of space in the lower level. New Sewer to the street 2014. Plumbing updated (95% PEX). Automatic water system for deck and front yard plants. Located in the highly sought-after Laurelhurst neighborhood, Laurelhurst School (K–8) is just one block away, 3 blocks to All Saints, and designated Grant High School. Central Catholic also nearby. A truly wonderful location in one of Portland’s most beloved neighborhoods.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Laundry, Wall to Wall Carpet
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Street Parking
- Exterior: Deck, Yard
- Architectural Style: 2 Story, Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $799,900
- Price/SqFt: $281
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,886
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: NE Glisan
- Year Built: 1914
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,838 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
- MLS Number: 382643963
- MLS Name: Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc.
- Office Name: RE/MAX Equity Group
- Office Phone: (503) 287-8989
- Listing Agent: Sylvia Groce
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Aug 01, 1989 | Home Sold | $45,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $259,880 | $6,886 |
2022 | $252,320 | $6,737 |
2021 | $244,980 | $6,737 |
2020 | $237,850 | $6,623 |
2018 | $224,210 | $5,681 |
2017 | $217,680 | $5,444 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Glencoe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•825 SE 51st Ave
7
Rose City Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2334 NE 57th Ave
8
Richmond Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•2276 SE 41st Ave
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 $94,167. The majority of Portland, OR residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 553 NE 43rd Ave
The listing price of 553 NE 43rd Ave property is $799,900.
The property 553 NE 43rd Ave is a house located in Portland, Oregon, 97213.
Active Listing: 553 NE 43rd Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 553 NE 43rd Ave are: Glencoe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Rose City Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Richmond Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Laurelhurst Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Mt Tabor Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Beverly Cleary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Grant High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Benson Polytechnic High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Franklin High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $6,886 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 1, 1989 for $45,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 553 NE 43rd Ave has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 553 NE 43rd Ave is 2,838 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 553 NE 43rd Ave is 1914.
This home is located at 553 NE 43rd Ave in Portland, OR and zip code 97213 in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. This 2,838 square foot home, which was built in 1914, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,900.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Portland, OR there were more than 355 sold above asking price, over 352 sold below and more than 190 were sold right at the asked price. In June 2025 in Portland, OR there were 4.6% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 39 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $551,126.