1209 Southwest 6th Avenue, Unit 503
Portland, OR 97204
$337,500
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,478 Sq. Ft.
$228 / Sq. Ft.
1,478
Sq. Ft.
$228
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 1/27/25
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Sold 1/27/25
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Description
The Historic Ambassador Condominiums is a National Historic Landmark building designed by Architect Carl Linde in 1922. Known for its elegant Jacobean architecture, coupled with steel-reinforced concrete construction, it has been one of Portland's most prestigious addresses for over a century. Unit 503, is a light-filled NW corner unit with newer double-paned windows on THREE sides of the unit. The seller upgraded the windows to double-pane, with historically accurate French panes, which bathes the...The Historic Ambassador Condominiums is a National Historic Landmark building designed by Architect Carl Linde in 1922. Known for its elegant Jacobean architecture, coupled with steel-reinforced concrete construction, it has been one of Portland's most prestigious addresses for over a century. Unit 503, is a light-filled NW corner unit with newer double-paned windows on THREE sides of the unit. The seller upgraded the windows to double-pane, with historically accurate French panes, which bathes the interiors in natural light as well as capture views of the Historic Architecture surrounding the building. Only one wall is shared with a neighbor, combined with the steel & concrete construction, which means this is an incredibly private condominium. Unit 503 retains the original high-style architectural details including oak hardwood floors, extra tall base moldings, 9-foot ceilings trimmed with stacked crown molding, & extensive built-ins. The kitchen received a slight refresh with a sleek glass-top induction cooktop & newer lower cabinets. The primary bedroom boasts an en-suite bath. A full bath in the hall serves the other two bedrooms. Leave the car in the secure, off-street space, which is a leased space for $250/Mo. Heat & hot water are included in the monthly dues, as well as garbage, water, sewer,& reserves. The adjacent parking lot has leased parking spaces exclusively to Ambassador residents since the building was converted to condominiums. Residents enjoy a rooftop deck with 360-degree views of downtown & lushly appointed guest suite with a full, private bathroom. The large recently updated laundry is located in the lower level of bldg. The cap for in unit washer/dryers has been met. The location is tops for Cosmopolitan living with easy access to cultural landmarks like the Portland Art Museum & Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. With a Walk Score of 99 & proximity to public transit, the Ambassador offers unparalleled urban convenience in a historic setting.
- Listed by Dan Volkmer • Windermere Realty Trust
- Listed by Fritz Benz • Windermere Realty Trust
Property Details for 1209 Southwest 6th Avenue, Unit 503
Style
Traditional
SubdivisionCultural District / Ambassador
Parking FeaturesOff Street, Secured
ViewCity
Garage Spaces1.00
Parking Total1.00
LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2025 09:59 AM
Property Details for 1209 Southwest 6th Avenue, Unit 503
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 24335913 |
| Days on Market | 79 |
| Taxes | $8,791 / year |
| HOA Fees | $918 / month |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Residential / Condominium |
| Year Built | 1923 |
| County | Multnomah County |
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Building Information for 1209 Southwest 6th Avenue, Unit 503
Building/Complex1209 Sw 6th AveFloor-Stories1Residences-Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1923
Property Information for 1209 Southwest 6th Avenue, Unit 503
Summary
Location and General Information
- Country: US
- Directions: SW 6th Avenue and Maddison Street
- Road Surface: Paved
- Unit Location: Upper Floor
School Information
- Elementary School: Chapman
- High School: Lincoln
- Middle Or Junior School: West Sylvan
Taxes and HOA
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tax Annual Amount: $8,790.57
- Parcel Number: R104887
- Association Fee: $918.00
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Tax Legal Description: AMBASSADOR CONDOMINIUM, LOT 503
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- Video Virtual Tour 2 URL: https://www.tourbuzz.net/2279200?idx=1
Property
Lot Information
- Lot Description: Gated, Light Rail, On Busline, Public Road, Seasonal, Street Car
- SqFt Source: County
Property and Assessments
- Property Sub Type: Condominium
- Property Type: Residential
- Water Description: Public Water
- Property Condition: Registerof Historic Homes
- Year Built: 1923
Utilities
- Fuel Description: Gas
- Heating Description: Hot Water, Radiant
- Hot Water Description: Gas
- Sewer Description: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Description: Brick
- Exterior Features: Deck
- Roof Type: Flat
Interior Features
- Basement: Full Basement, Other
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows
- Interior Features: Cork Floor, Hardwood Floors, High Ceilings
- SqFt Calculated: 1478
- SqFt Lower Level Total: 0
- SqFt Main Level Total: 1478
- SqFt Upper Level Total: 0
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Stories: 1
- Baths Total: 2.0
Master Bedroom
- Room Description: Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Additional Features: Bathtub With Shower, Closet, High Ceilings
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
- Primary Bedroom SqFt: 154
- Primary Bedroom Length: 11
- Primary Bedroom Width: 14
- Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom, Hardwood Floors
Bedroom 2
- Room Description: _2nd Bedroom
- Bedroom 2 Length: 12
- Bedroom 2 Width: 16
- Bedroom 2 Level: Main
- Bedroom 2 SqFt: 192
- 2nd Bedroom Features: Bay Window, Bookcases, Builtin Features, Hardwood Floors
- 2nd Bedroom Additional Features: Closet, High Ceilings
Bedroom 3
- Room Description: _3rd Bedroom
- Bedroom 3 Length: 10
- Bedroom 3 Width: 17
- Bedroom 3 Level: Main
- Bedroom 3 SqFt: 170
- 3rd Bedroom Features: Hardwood Floors
- 3rd Bedroom Additional Features: Closet, High Ceilings
Dining Room
- Room Description: Dining Room
- Dining Room Features: Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room Additional Features: High Ceilings
- Dining Room Length: 12
- Dining Room Width: 14
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Dining Room SqFt: 168
Family Room
- Room Description: Family Room
Kitchen
- Room Description: Kitchen
- Kitchen Appliances: Builtin Range, Dishwasher, Induction Cooktop, Stainless Steel Appliance
- Kitchen Room Features: Builtin Features, Builtin Range, Dishwasher, Updated Remodeled
- Kitchen Room Additional Features: High Ceilings
- Kitchen RoomLength: 7
- Kitchen RoomWidth: 14
- Kitchen Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Room SqFt: 98
Living Room
- Room Description: Living Room
- Living Room Features: Bay Window, Builtin Features, Hardwood Floors
- Living Room additional Features: High Ceilings
- Living Room Length: 12
- Living Room Width: 25
- Living Room Level: Main
- Living Room SqFt: 300
Baths
- Baths Lower Level Full: 0
- Baths Lower Level Partial: 0
- Baths Lower Level Total: 0.0
- Baths Main Level Full: 2
- BathsMainLevelPartial: 0
- Baths Main Level Total: 2.0
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Baths Partial: 0
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Baths Upper Leve lFull: 0
- Baths Upper Level Partial: 0
- Baths Upper Level Total: 0.0
Additional Room 1
- Additional Room 1 Description: Bathroom
- Additional Room 1 Length: 8
- Additional Room 1 Level: Main
- Additional Room 1 SqFt: 40
- Additional Room 1 Width: 5
Additional Room 2
- Additional Room 2 Description: Entry
- Additional Room 2 Length: 37
- Additional Room 2 Level: Main
- Additional Room 2 SqFt: 222
- Additional Room 2 Width: 6
Additional Room 3
- Additional Room 3 Description: Primary Bathroom
- Additional Room 3 Length: 5
- Additional Room 3 Level: Main
- Additional Room 3 SqFt: 40
- Additional Room 3 Width: 8
Additional Room 4
- Additional Room 4 Additional Features: Bathtub With Shower
Additional Room 5
- Additional Room 5 Features: Builtin Features, Hardwood Floors
- Additional Room 5 Additional Features: Closet, High Ceilings
Additional Room 6
- Additional Room 6 Additional Features: Bathtub With Shower
Condominium
Condominium Information
- Condo Association Contact: AMS
- Condo Association Name: Ambassador Condominiums HOA
- Condo Association Phone: 503-334-2198
- Condo Association Email: hoa OR@ams-nw.com
- Condo Floor Plan: One Level
- Condo Garage Type: Lease
- Condo Storage Unit No: 503
- Condo Unit Level: 5
- Condo Units In Complex: 45
- Condo Total Levels: 9
Amenities
Amenities Information
- Association Amenities: Commons, Exterior Maintenance, Gated, Heat, Hot Water, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Sewer, Trash, Water
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
- Security Features: Entry, Security Gate, Security Lights
- SqFt Approximate Building Total: 1478
Property History for 1209 Southwest 6th Avenue, Unit 503
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1209 Southwest 6th Avenue, Unit 503
Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$8,832 ($736 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,478 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,478 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,995 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1923ZoningC1ZCountyMULTNOMAHAPN1S1E03BC 90025
Schools near 1209 Southwest 6th Avenue, Unit 503
This home is within Portland School District 1j.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | K to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Chapman Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
West Sylvan Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Lincoln High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Emerson School CharterK to 5 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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