By Mel Marzahl, June 27, 2025
By Mel Marzahl, June 27, 2025
Portland, 97202
View ListingMornings begin slowly here, with sunlight streaming through brand-new windows as you sip coffee in your remodeled kitchen—quartz countertops glowing beneath Rejuvenation lighting, the checkerboard tile cool beneath your feet. Open shelving shows off your favorite mugs, and the tiled walls lend a stylish backdrop to everyday moments.
Just outside your door, Sellwood waits. You’re only blocks from morning walks in the park, Saturday brunch at local cafés, after-school stops at the library or bakery, and quiet evenings on tree-lined streets. A mile away, the riverfront trail at Sellwood Park calls for sunset bike rides and summer picnics.
Inside, every detail has been thoughtfully reimagined—from a completely retiled shower and refinished tub in the bathroom to a nursery that feels like something out of a storybook, with a one-of-a-kind custom mural that sparks imagination.
This is a home with a strong foundation—literally. A full home repipe, new water main, and reinforced garage walls mean you won’t have to think twice. New windows and doors, a brand-new roof (house and garage), and a heat pump keep the seasons comfortable, while the freshly painted exterior and custom fireplace tile offer beauty that lasts.
Step outside into your private backyard retreat. Apple and pear trees bloom beside a pergola-covered paver patio, with a rose garden for color and a shaded corner perfect for an afternoon book or evening glass of wine. A new fence lines the driveway, wrapping it all in quiet privacy.
This isn’t just a house—it’s a home that’s been loved, improved with care and intention, and ready for you to write the next chapter of its story.
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