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n 1991, brand strategist Steve Sandstrom moved into the Southwest Portland home he designed, a three‑story, 2,990‑sq‑ft residence that follows the hill’s contour. The curved entry on the first floor echoes on the second‑story façade, while a floor‑to‑ceiling skylight in the loft and glass walls flood the space with daylight. Steel, glass, wood and concrete give the house a custom modern aesthetic, from steel stair railings to poured‑concrete countertops.
The property sits on 0.42 acres at 2608 S.W. Fairmount Blvd in Council Crest and is listed for the first time at $1,270,000. The second floor houses a bedroom suite, an office, and a former rooftop deck that has been transformed into a primary suite with glass walls and a balcony overlooking treetops. Two rooms on the main level can serve as offices. Listing agents Megan Jumago‑Simpson and Kelly Sandstrom (Keller Williams Realty Professionals) say the home appeals to buyers who enjoy entertaining, modern design, and proximity to OHSU, downtown Portland, and Nike’s headquarters in Beaverton.
Steve Sandstrom left his role as senior art director at Nike to found Sandstrom Partners in 1990. In 2024 he was inducted into the Creative Hall of Fame for his branding work across technology, entertainment, apparel, footwear, food, and beverages. The firm helped launch Tazo Tea with entrepreneur Steve Smith in 1994 and revived icons such as Miller High Life and Converse.
Kelly Sandstrom notes that the hillside‑integrated foundation is both striking and functional, providing a front yard, driveway, and an oversized two‑car garage—features uncommon in the West Hills. The two‑story great room boasts a fireplace and glass doors that open onto a deck; the loft has hosted gatherings of up to 80 people with live music. The kitchen, remodeled for $180,000, features tall cement counters, a built‑in gas range, and a refrigerator and dishwasher paneled to match stained‑wood cabinets.
The home preserves privacy and views, facing Council Crest Park with a protected forest beyond the rear. Nearby are hiking trails and the Fairmount Boulevard Loop, popular for walking, running, and cycling. Brokers plan an open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12.
