Blog Stories THE GRASS IS ALWAYS GREENER ON EMERALD AVENUE!

THE GRASS IS ALWAYS GREENER ON EMERALD AVENUE!

By ARYNE + DULCINEA, May 16, 2026

NOW LISTED!

8257 N EMERALD AVE, PORTLAND, OR 97217 • 3 BED, 2 BATH

OVERSIZED LOT, ADU POTENTIAL • $675,000

Nestled on a spacious corner lot in the heart of Kenton, this charming Portland home blends timeless mid-century character with thoughtful modern upgrades. Step inside to find light and bright rooms, hardwood floors, classic built-ins, and large windows. Cozy up to the fireplace clad with stylish tile, host a dinner party, or have epic game nights in your open concept main floor. Fully renovated, the kitchen opens to the dining room and is complete with stainless steel appliances, waterfall quartz countertops, and ample storage. Recent improvements include a new sewer line, updated plumbing, a new AC unit, plus a whole-home water filtration system for wellness and convenience. The expansive finished basement provides storage and adds versatility — perfect for a media room, creative studio, home gym, guest retreat, or extra living space. The outside truly shines, enjoy summer evenings on the private covered patio and garden to your heart’s content in the generous yard. With a 66 walk score and a 95 bike score, get to Kenton’s beloved shops, parks, restaurants, the MAX line, and around the city with ease. This home is full of cool vibes and offers the perfect blend of neighborhood charm, functionality, and modern livability.

ARYNE + DULCINEA

Aryne + Dulcinea, Earth Advantage Principal Broker | Earth Advantage Broker | ADU Specialists | OR

Aryne + Dulcinea are full-service, high-producing agents who know how to navigate the unique challenges facing the Portland real estate market. The secret to their success lies in their professionalism and complementary skill sets. In 2012, Aryne + Dulcinea seized the opportunity to combine their creative and technical acumen to create a values-driven, client-driven team unlike any other. They are expert negotiators and project managers with a strong background in creative marketing. They are fierce advocates for our clients.

Our passion for real estate is connected to our commitment to the Portland way of life - a dedication to sustainability and appreciation for all things local. As Earth Advantage Brokers and ADU Certified Specialists, our team is savvy in all aspects of alternative living practices from versatile housing additions, green building practices, and revenue-generating strategies. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne + Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Dedicated to serving buyers and sellers with expertise, enthusiasm, and attention to detail, Aryne adeptly navigates the Portland real estate market. Licensed since 2005, she honors our clients' wants and needs using her sharp negotiating skills and professional know-how to achieve the best results for everyone she serves. Aryne loves the Pacific Northwest! Outside of work, she enjoys hanging out with her husband, listening to music, going on road trips, and talking about everything under the sun. She looks forward to visiting her grown-up kids at college and watching them succeed in all their endeavors. She loves yoga, hiking, dinner parties, podcasts, and embracing all that Portland offers.

Dulcinea thrives on working with clients with a range of real estate goals. ​B​orn and raised in Oregon, ​Dulcinea comes to real estate with a background in design and ​education. She is an award-winning professional​ and a steadfast ​advocate when working for our clients. She has a keen eye for preparing properties for ​listing​ and finding properties that best serve our ​buyers​' objectives. Licensed since 2013, Dulcinea works in and around Portland. ​She is the mother of two and wife to her high school sweetie. In her free time, she stays busy with her family, traveling, creating community, cooking, gardening, making art, exploring, and dreaming big!

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