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$617,434$256 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $469,900 on Nov 16, 2006

1221 SW GAINES ST

PORTLAND, OR 97239
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,411 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,540 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$617K
$560K low$675K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$469,900 · Nov 16, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,181 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$455,690 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$455,690
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$719,820

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Row House
CountyMultnomah
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Built-in
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 184 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Ainsworth Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Lincoln High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
West Sylvan Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Portland School District 1j

Neighborhood · ZIP 97239These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.188

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,689
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,736 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,852
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$140,292
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

1221 Sw Gaines St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 73% of homes in Multnomah County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Portland 97239
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Multnomah County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Multnomah County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Homestead

What homes are worth in Portland 97239

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$240K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Portland 97239.

How it measures up in Portland 97239

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portland 97239.

Estimated value$617,434
CheaperTypical $622,033Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$256
CheaperTypical $336Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area2,411 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,861 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size3,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 1221 Sw Gaines St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHomesteadPortland 97239Multnomah County
Estimated valuepricier than$617,43471% of homes50% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25610% of homes7% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,411 ft²66% of homes70% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,540 ft²20% of homes21% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than199187% of homes71% of homes75% of homes

About 1221 Sw Gaines St

How much is 1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR is $617,434 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $559,798 to $675,070. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR last sell?

1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR last sold on Nov 16, 2006 for $469,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR?

1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,411 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR built?

1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR?

1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR is assigned to Ainsworth Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Lincoln High School (high), rated A; West Sylvan Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Portland School District 1j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR compare to other homes in Portland 97239?

Among the 5,624 homes in Portland 97239, it is worth more than 50% of them ($617,434 against a typical $622,033), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($256 against a typical $336), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,411 ft² against a typical 1,861 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (3,540 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1991 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Multnomah County, it is worth more than 73% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1221 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR was $12,181. The county assessed it at $455,690.

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