UNINCORPORATED MULTNOMAH TAX SAVINGS! Best Priced House per square foot!Nestled in the Sylvan Highlands neighborhood, this elegant and private Cape Cod home blends timeless charm with modern amenities. Featuring new windows, doors, insulation, and sheetrock, the home offers comfort and efficiency throughout.The gourmet kitchen is a true centerpiece, boasting soaring A-frame ceilings, soapstone countertops, custom cabinetry, a white oak island, red oak hardwood floors, and high-end stainless steel appliances, including a large farmhouse sink. The adjoining dining & formal living room retains its character with an original plaster ceiling and rounded corners.The main level includes a master suite with dual sinks, a second bedroom, and a convenient half-bath near the entrance. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and ample storage with three hallway closets.The lower level is perfect for entertaining, featuring a family room with built-ins and a fireplace, French doors leading to a covered patio with a wet bar, and an outdoor entertainment area with a second fireplace. The terraced patio flows effortlessly into the flat, sunlit backyard with southern exposure. Additional lower-level highlights include a full bedroom, full bath, separate office with built-ins, a mechanic area with a barn door, a tankless water heater, and space for a workout room and storage. A reliable drainage system with a sump pump ensures peace of mind.The heated, carpeted 2-car garage with it's own heat system adds convenience, while the home's location offers easy access to downtown Portland, the Tech + Sports Apparel Corridor, and St. Vincent Hospital as well as steps from the Zoo and and Forest Park Trails!This beautifully updated home is an entertainer's dream and a rare find in a prime location!Open the virtual tour- shows 2 rooms not photographed! This house has it all!! OPEN HOUSE Saturday 8/2 12:00-1:30. [Home Energy Score = 5. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10187696]