$7,125 Closing Credit¹
#708848393, David Ferguson, Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Portland Elite
$669,000 List price
7042 N Congress Ave Portland, OR 97217
$7,944
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
2,488 sqft
0.1 acres
$269 / sqft
House
Property details
About 7042 N Congress Ave
Tucked on a quiet street, this beautifully updated home seamlessly blends modern upgrades with historic charm. The layout is flexible and functional: 1 main-level bedroom, 2 upstairs bedrooms, a small office space, and a small storage room that could be a kid's playroom or nursery. The basement features 2 bonus bedrooms, a lounge, dining area, full bath, and hookups for a kitchenette—ideal for a future ADU or Airbnb with a separate entrance.All 3 bathrooms have been recently remodeled with brand new tile and gold hardware. The beautiful finishes highlight the historic nature of this home with modern updates. The kitchen features new quartz countertops, a marble backsplash, hardwood floors and all-new stainless steel appliances. Nearly every window (29 of 32) has been replaced with premium Tuscany V400 Milgard windows, filling the home with light and energy efficiency. A brand-new energy efficient furnace ensures comfort year-round. From the kitchen, enjoy a seamless indoor-outdoor flow to the deck with Traeger grill, then to the backyard dining area, bonfire pit, and hot tub. The lush yard still has room to play, plus 2 storage/tool sheds, all enclosed by a new cedar fence.This home is house-hack ready: each bedroom can rent for an average of $900/month, plus $600/month from the finished 20x20 garage (option to rent back to seller). That's potentially $6,000/month or $72K/year in income, ideal for room-by-room rentals, mid-term leases, or multi-generational living. Easily clears DSCR lending thresholds.Google Home Security, Nest locks, brand-new paint inside and out. All furnishings negotiable. A unique opportunity for investors, families, or anyone looking for charm, income, and versatility.Open House Sat 5/31 & Sun 6/1, 11am–4pm.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Hot Water
StatusActive
Size2,488 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1926
ParkingDriveway
MLS #333262779
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
ViewMountain(s)
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Range, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Water Purifier
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Laundry, Quartz, Soaking Tub, Washer/Dryer
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Driveway
- View: Mountain(s)
- Exterior: Built-in Hot Tub, Covered Patio, Fire Pit, Patio, Porch, Security Lights, Tool Shed
- Architectural Style: 2 Story, Craftsman
- Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water
- List Price: $669,000
- Price/SqFt: $268
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,536
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Level, Private
- Directions: N on Rosa Parks passed Bryant St on Congress Ave
- Year Built: 1926
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,488 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.13 Acres
- MLS Number: 333262779
- MLS Name: Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc.
- Office Name: Kelly Right Real Estate of Portland, LLC
- Office Phone: (503) 719-6056
- Listing Agent: Kimberly Kelly
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 27, 2023 | Home Sold | $385,000 |
| Nov 27, 2023 | Home Sold | $438,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $171,200 | $4,536 |
| 2022 | $166,220 | $4,438 |
| 2021 | $161,380 | $4,438 |
| 2020 | $156,680 | $4,363 |
| 2018 | $147,690 | $3,742 |
| 2017 | $143,390 | $3,586 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Woodlawn Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•7200 NE 11th Ave
8
Chief Joseph School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•2409 N Saratoga St
7
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•4906 NE 6th 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 $46,713. Typical income of Portland, OR residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
39%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
62%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Tennis- Men's Tennis
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Crate & Barrel
Nordstrom Rack
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
The Cheesecake Factory
Jack In The Box
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Volvo
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Jazz
Alternative
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Frequently asked questions
About 7042 N Congress Ave
The listing price of 7042 N Congress Ave property is $669,000.
The property 7042 N Congress Ave is a house located in Portland, Oregon, 97217.
Active Listing: 7042 N Congress Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 7042 N Congress Ave are: Woodlawn Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Chief Joseph School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ockley Green Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), The Ivy School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Portland Village School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Jefferson High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Alliance High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Grant High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,536 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 27, 2023 for $385,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 7042 N Congress Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 7042 N Congress Ave is 2,488 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 7042 N Congress Ave is 1926.
This home is located at 7042 N Congress Ave in Portland, OR and zip code 97217 in the North Portland neighborhood. This 2,488 square foot home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $669,000.
Over 441 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Portland, OR. In the same period over 285 listings were sold below the listed price and 196 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Portland, OR between April and May 2025 increased by 15.4%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 39 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $549,622.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.