Sometimes a house has so much personality, it feels like a cherished member of the family. This heartwarming, light-filled Hawthorne Craftsman Bungalow seems to have its own love language; you can't help but feel how much joy and laughter these walls have held throughout the years. The coveted front porch welcomes you in, essential to that sweet SE Portland lifestyle. The living room has newly refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, and a colorful Spanish-style fireplace surround. The formal dining room with bay windows opens to the remodeled kitchen, which boasts stunning concrete counters, gorgeous tile work, newer stainless appliances, and a happy little sunroom/breakfast nook. With four true bedrooms, one on the main and three upstairs, this broad-shouldered home has room for everyone. The basement includes a bonus space that makes an ideal TV room, rec room, or home office, plus laundry and tons of storage. The large driveway easily offers side-by-side parking for two cars. Enjoy living on upper Hawthorne, with perfect proximity to the action, but on the quieter side of it all! You'll love exploring the iconic vintage shops, Powell's Books on Hawthorne, Sapphire Hotel, Albina Press Coffee, Apizza Scholls, Hinterland Bar and Food Carts, Bagdad Movie Theater, and so, so much more. Plus, you're mere blocks from Portland's beloved Mt Tabor Park, featuring hiking trails, summer concerts and events, beautiful open-air reservoirs, a playground, an off-leash dog area, and famous sunset city views. Don't miss the annual Soap Box Derby each summer! This is a special home. Come fall in love! [Home Energy Score = 2. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10125031]