7436 N Seward Ave, Portland, OR 97217

Set back, private, and very quiet. There's something special waiting behind the door at Seward. Archways and cove ceilings set a tone of timeless character throughout, while original hardwoods, polished to a rich shine, run underfoot through the main living spaces. Andersen double hung windows flood each room with natural light, a hallmark of this 1941 home. The living room centers on a wood burning fireplace with a striking tile surround, flanked by original picture railings and brass hardware. The formal dining room follows, adorned with original built-ins with leaded glass doors. The kitchen is where this home really shines. Smart Fisher and Paykel appliances, a chef's gas range with a stove shelf, and deep butcher block counters make it built for real cooking. A mosaic tile backsplash wraps the walls, a farmhouse sink anchors the counters, and a picture framed window over the sink brings the garden in. Prep area adds further storage and counter space. The main level's full bathroom channels the home's original spirit with a double pedestal sink, built-ins, bath tub and shower, and wainscotting. Two bedrooms round out the main level, each bathed in natural light wood framed windows. Warm, restful, and full of period character, they offer flexible space. Upstairs, a private primary sits behind its own stairway: tall built in shelving, an alcove suited to a home office or reading nook. Downstairs, a finished lower level offers real flexibility: its own separate entrance, a f