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$838,859$526 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $945,000 on Nov 15, 2021

5937 SW 56TH AVE

PORTLAND, OR 97221
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,594 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.
0.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$839K
$792K low$886K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$945,000 · Nov 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,723 (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.$438,587 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$404,110
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$986,300

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.0.65
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
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, Detached
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 · 1,050 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Hayhurst Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Robert Gray Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Ida B. Wells High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Portland School District 1j

Neighborhood · ZIP 97221These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.187

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.12,908
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,636
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$196,617
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

5937 Sw 56th Ave 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 92% of homes in Hayhurst
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Portland 97221
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Portland 97221
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Hayhurst
  • Older than 95% of homes in Portland 97221

What homes are worth in Portland 97221

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

This home
$338K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Portland 97221.

How it measures up in Portland 97221

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portland 97221.

Estimated value$838,859
CheaperTypical $761,547Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$526
CheaperTypical $339Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,594 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,328 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 5937 Sw 56th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHayhurstPortland 97221Multnomah County
Estimated valuepricier than$838,85992% of homes59% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52694% of homes95% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,594 ft²40% of homes23% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac97% of homes91% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than19277% of homes5% of homes24% of homes

About 5937 Sw 56th Ave

How much is 5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR is $838,859 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $792,148 to $885,570. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR last sell?

5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR last sold on Nov 15, 2021 for $945,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR?

5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,594 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR built?

5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR?

5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR is assigned to Hayhurst Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Robert Gray Middle School (middle), rated A; Ida B. Wells High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Portland School District 1j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR compare to other homes in Portland 97221?

Among the 4,401 homes in Portland 97221, it is worth more than 59% of them ($838,859 against a typical $761,547), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($526 against a typical $339), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,594 ft² against a typical 2,328 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1927 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Multnomah County, it is worth more than 90% 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 5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5937 Sw 56th Ave, Portland, OR was $11,723. The county assessed it at $438,587.

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