Situated on the NE corner of Mt. Tabor, surrounded by flowers, fruits, & foliage and just around the corner from the Montavilla Strip with its vibrant Farmer's Market, this extensively-updated classic SE Bungalow brings so much to the table: charm, character & value in a surprisingly peaceful setting. The love & care that has been poured into this darling home over the last 13 years is apparent from first look. The beautiful yard & xeriscaped gardens were intended not only to enhance the peaceful vibe, surrounding you in a wonderful variety of blossoms & greenery, but also to provide, with 15+ varieties of fruits and edible plants and sunny spaces for seasonal flowers & veggies, without pummeling your water bill. Inside the quintessential bungalow touches await: oak & fir floors, wood-burning fireplace w/built-in bookshelves, adorable dining nook w/built-in benches & more. The big upgrades are already done! Wood-frame, double-pane windows, new high-efficiency gas furnace, remodeled kitchen w/gas range, quartz counters & subway tile, updated electrical, new H2O heater, seismic retrofit, tear-off roof, sewer replaced in 2013, DEQ decommissioned tank and recently painted as well. The detached studio expands the livability and versatility, perfect for a home office, creative studio or peaceful yoga space. More potential awaits in the tall basement with its laundry area, storage, shop space and a huge bonus room. You get to move right in and focus on the fun, whether it's on Stark St., with its array of restaurants, bars & shops or taking in a flick at the Academy Theater! Need to touch some grass and relax? Mt. Tabor lies just a couple blocks over. Easy & convenient access to transit on the 15 line for easy access into downtown & NW Portland. Nearby community centers w/pools, groceries, hardware stores…the list goes on and on. Take a look and take it in. You'll see. [Home Energy Score = 5. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10247086]