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edfin’s latest data shows 3,428 Portland listings, yet the most visited homes fall between $450,000 and $750,000—closer to the city’s September median of $517,500 than the usual viral mega‑homes. With a 30‑year fixed rate at 6.19%, the lowest in three years, buyers are moving from browsing to serious consideration. Below are the five Portland properties that attracted the most online attention, ranked by traffic, and the one that topped the list.
**1. 1904 Jessie M. Raymond House – Sunnyside (Most Viewed)**
*Price:* $599,900
*Address:* 2944 S.E. Taylor St., Portland, OR
*Square Feet:* 2,854
*Lot:* 0.12 acres, includes Portland Heritage Tree 117 (Pacific dogwood)
*Features:* Craftsman‑style with coffered ceilings, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, wrap‑around porch, stone‑columned entry, leaded glass, pocket doors.
*Status:* Offer accepted four days after listing on Oct. 16; sale pending.
*Agents:* Carmel Siler & Tyler King, Windermere Realty Trust.
The house’s historic charm—highlighted by its early‑20th‑century woodwork and craftsmanship—has drawn the most traffic, making it the top‑viewed home in the market.
**2. Mount Tabor “Ranchalow” – Southeast Portland**
*Price:* $549,000
*Address:* 5949 S.E. Kelly St., Portland, OR
*Square Feet:* 2,210
*Lot:* 0.12 acres, cul‑de‑sac setting
*Features:* 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, ranch‑style bungalow hybrid, updated water line, gas furnace, electric meter/riser.
*Status:* First time on market.
*Agents:* Jeanne Tunberg, Proud Realty.
The “ranchalow” offers solid foundations for creative redesign, though lower‑level bedrooms do not meet current building codes.
**3. Sellwood‑Moreland Bungalow – Southeast Portland**
*Price:* $749,000
*Address:* 6204 S.E. 19th Ave., Portland, OR
*Square Feet:* 2,440
*Lot:* 0.12 acres
*Features:* Hardwood floors, wood‑burning fireplace, updated kitchen with eat‑in area, main‑floor office/den, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, basement with additional fireplace and storage.
*Status:* Pending after offer accepted shortly after Oct. 17.
*Agents:* Brian Johnson & Andrea Young, Windermere Realty Trust.
The bungalow’s classic layout and versatile basement make it a popular choice for families.
**4. Hayhurst Cottage – Southwest Portland**
*Price:* $449,999
*Address:* 4203 S.W. Fairvale Drive, Portland, OR
*Square Feet:* 1,446
*Lot:* 3,920 sq ft, includes backyard catio and skybridge, adjacent to green space
*Features:* Seismic retrofit, refinished original fir floors, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, native plantings, terraced landscaping, dual decks for entertaining.
*Status:* Offer accepted four days after Oct. 17; sale pending.
*Agents:* Heidi Hopfer, Neighbors Realty.
The cottage’s blend of historic charm and modern upgrades, plus its pet‑friendly backyard, has attracted significant interest.
**5. Mount Tabor House – Southeast Portland**
*Price:* $599,900
*Address:* 1810 S.E. 72nd Ave., Portland, OR
*Square Feet:* 2,007
*Lot:* 0.13 acres, mature trees
*Features:* 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, oversized garage with exterior access (ADU potential), three‑story layout.
*Status:* Offer accepted six days after Oct. 16; sale pending.
*Agents:* Jennifer Moody, Stellar Realty Northwest.
The home’s spacious layout and ADU potential make it a strong contender for buyers seeking flexibility.
**Market Snapshot**
Redfin’s traffic analysis shows that the most viewed listings are priced near the city’s median, suggesting that buyers are focusing on realistic price points rather than extravagant properties. The current mortgage rate of 6.19%—the lowest in three years—has likely spurred increased activity, as more prospects are ready to commit.
These five homes illustrate the diversity of Portland’s market: from historic Craftsman gems to modern bungalows and retrofitted cottages, all within a price range that aligns with the median sale price. The 1904 Jessie M. Raymond House stands out as the most popular, reflecting a strong demand for well‑preserved historic properties.
