A client of mine is looking for a condominium for his aging mother. She is still quite independent and wants to live on her own, but is moving to Portland to be closer to her son and the support he and his family can offer.
We're looking for two bedrooms, over 1000 square feet, close in, one level and under $300,000. As you might imagine, it is the one level that is the challenge. So many condominium projects with larger units are on more than one level.
Last weekend we looked at a condominium in Sellwood that really caught my eye. The neighborhood wasn't quite right for my client's mother, but I keep thinking about that place. Hence this blog.
8401 SE 23rd is located deep in the south end of Sellwood, sort of that unincorporatedish part. It is an easy block and a half south of Umatilla, and about three blocks east of 17th. The street is very quiet and does not go through to McLaughlin.
What really struck me about this condominium was how pleasant and spacious the 1027 square feet felt. The spacious rooms really make the place feel like a home. In addition, this unit has a very generous back yard and patio with room for gardening and entertaining.
The homeowners' association dues are $305, per the listing, which covers water, sewer, garbage, commons and exterior maintenance. You can see the RMLS listing
here.
Portland Maps does show this in a flood zone, so flood insurance would be needed. The grounds are lovely. You don't see many close-in complexes with this.
All this for $179,900. If you think of who needs this, please send them my way. This is not my listing, but I'd be glad to show it.
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