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$650,000$274 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $610,000 on Apr 21, 2021

1239 SW GAINES ST

PORTLAND, OR 97239
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,372 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

$650K
$616K low$684K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$610,000 · Apr 21, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,263 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$455,550 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$442,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$749,380

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMULTNOMAH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Attached
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 · 525 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 SchoolB
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

1239 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 76% of homes in Multnomah County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Portland 97239
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Multnomah County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% 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
$236K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 52% 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$650,000
CheaperTypical $639,290Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $344Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,372 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size3,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 1239 Sw Gaines St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHomesteadPortland 97239Multnomah County
Estimated valuepricier than$650,00072% of homes52% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27417% of homes13% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than2,372 ft²65% of homes69% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,540 ft²19% of homes19% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than199187% of homes72% of homes75% of homes

About 1239 Sw Gaines St

How much is 1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR is $650,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $615,551 to $684,449. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR last sell?

1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR last sold on Apr 21, 2021 for $610,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR?

1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,372 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR built?

1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR?

1239 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 B. All sit in Portland School District 1j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR compare to other homes in Portland 97239?

Among the 5,610 homes in Portland 97239, it is worth more than 52% of them ($650,000 against a typical $639,290), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($274 against a typical $344), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,372 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (3,540 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1991 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Multnomah County, it is worth more than 76% 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 1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1239 Sw Gaines St, Portland, OR was $12,263. The county assessed it at $455,550.

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