Portland Southeast Homes under $600,000

Welcome to Southeast Portland, a vibrant and eclectic neighborhood nestled in the heart of Multnomah County, Oregon. Known for its rich cultural scene, diverse community, and stunning natural beauty, this area offers an inviting atmosphere that appeals to everyone—from young professionals to growing families.

Southeast Portland is renowned for its charming tree-lined streets, unique local shops, and an abundance of parks that provide a perfect backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re exploring the lush landscapes of Laurelhurst Park or savoring a cup of artisanal coffee at one of the many cozy cafes, there’s always something to discover in this dynamic part of the city. The neighborhood is also home to a thriving arts scene, with galleries, theaters, and live music venues that showcase local talent and creativity.

For those looking to make Southeast Portland their home, there’s great news! The real estate market boasts a variety of charming homes available for under $600,000. This affordable pricing opens the door for first-time buyers and those seeking to invest in a community that values both character and convenience. From quaint bungalows to modern townhouses, the housing options here cater to diverse tastes and lifestyles, all while being just a stone's throw away from the city's bustling downtown.

With its perfect blend of urban convenience and suburban charm, Southeast Portland is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Come explore the possibilities and find your dream home in this delightful neighborhood!

Newest Portland Southeast Homes under $600,000

$400,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 273770636 MLS

VALUE IN THE LAND! Excellent opportunity on a spacious 9,000 SF corner lot in close-in SE Portland, just blocks south of the vibrant Foster-Powell (FOPO) neighborhood. The large corner lot offers intriguing possibilities for redevelopment, new construction, or a substantial renovation of the existing home. Convenient location near shopping, restaurants, parks, transit, and the many amenities along the Foster corridor, with easy access to downtown Portland and major commuter routes. Existing home is a significant fixer and will not qualify for conventional financing. Bring your builder, contractor, or vision and explore the potential this well-located property has to offer. Buyer to perform due diligence regarding development possibilities and permitted uses.

5230 SE 67TH AVE, Portland

$449,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 414649593 MLS

Hello, Hawthorne! This 1924 Portland bungalow sits just one block from the neighborhood's best coffee, shops, and eats, so your weekend plans are basically made. Step inside to a light-filled living room anchored by a classic wood-burning fireplace, just right for cozy evenings. Charming built-ins throughout add that timeless character you can't fake.Freshly painted inside and out, this 1-bed, 1-bath gem pairs vintage personality with a crisp, updated feel. And the big-ticket items? Already done! A French drain and professionally sealed basement by M Leon keep the lower level dry and ready for storage, hobbies, or future plans. A new PEX repipe and a new water line to the street, a new electrical panel, new central AC for those warm summer days, new window coverings, and a newer sewer line mean you can skip the to-do list and go straight to enjoying your new home.Outside, a shared driveway leads to off-street parking plus a detached garage, and the spacious yard gives you room to garden, gather, and grow. Here's the cherry on top: an assumable mortgage at 5.625% for a qualified buyer! A well-loved bungalow in an unbeatable location, ready for its next chapter. Could it be yours? [Home Energy Score = 8. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10242894]

4704 SE MADISON ST, Portland

$550,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 698721730 MLS

Beautiful historic craftsman home on over 10,000 square foot lot. Located on a tree lined street across from Arleta Elementary School and just a short distance to popular Woodstock shops, restaurants and parks. At the front of the home you will find the charming, full front porch with plenty of room to relax and enjoy quiet evenings. Inside you will find a home full of historic charm and architectural integrity. Enter the home through the classic foyer with built-ins, then proceed through the gorgeous living and dining rooms with original trim, built-ins, and pocket doors and beautiful hardwood flooring The spacious kitchen can be enjoyed as it is or is ready to add your personal style. You will also find a full bathroom and a small bedroom or office on the main floor. Heading upstairs you will find the very large primary bedroom with wood floors and ample windows along with a second bedroom and another full bathroom with clawfoot tub. On the lower level there is a full basement with plenty of room for storage or potential to finish for additional living space. Out the back door of the home is where this property really shines with a huge fenced back yard with lots of space to garden, play, and entertain. The over 10,000 square foot lot can be enjoyed for its ample space or for the potential to divide the lot or add additional living units (buyer to verify development possibilities) Come view this wonderful home today!

5140 SE 66TH AVE, Portland

$465,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 685832717 MLS

Bring your toys and instruments and fall in love with this classic East Portland ranch. Well maintained home features fresh paint, updated electrical, updated kitchen and bath, updated flooring, newer roof, attached laundry area, PLUS attached sound studio and engineering room! Record your own music, podcasts, or social media content in this sound-reinforced space, with softened corners and vocal "booth" area. OR make it your own home theater! Engineer everything from the separate, windowed room that is ready for your customized soundboard installation (or use them both as a bonus rooms, craft space, a rumpus room, make an ADU... you choose!) Property features fully fenced backyard with low-maintenance gravel covering and French drains, rain barrels, covered patio area and storage shed. Tall trees are maintained and limbed up to keep max airflow around the house. Across the street from Lents Park, a 38 acre urban playground featuring Walker Stadium -- home of the Portland Pickles! The Bangers and Cherry Bombs semi-pro soccer teams play here too. Lents Park also has a bandstand, jogging/walking paths, picnic areas, game and play areas for both adults and kids, a community garden area and off-leash dog park too. Close proximity to restaurants and food carts, health care, Farmer's Market etc, in the heart of Lents at Foster. Plus quick access to I-205. Don't miss this lovely turnkey ranch home!

9136 SE STEELE ST, Portland

$599,950

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 284263194 MLS

Some Portland homes have a view. This one has a postcard.Perched above the Willamette River with striking views of the iconic St. Johns Bridge, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,920-square-foot home offers a setting that feels uniquely Portland.Inside, walls of windows bring the outdoors in, filling the home with natural light and putting the scenery front and center. Hardwood floors flow through the expansive living spaces, while the open kitchen features generous cabinetry, an island with seating, skylights and plenty of room to gather. A fireplace anchors the main living area, creating a warm contrast to the big views just beyond the windows.Step outside onto the expansive deck and you’ll understand what makes this property special. Morning coffee, summer dinners, sunsets over the river—the Willamette and St. Johns Bridge become part of everyday life.The home offers flexible living spaces, three bedrooms and twobathrooms, including an updated bath with extensive tilework andbuilt-in storage. The lower level provides substantial additiona lstorage and workspace, while the oversized garage and off-street parking add everyday practicality. Outside, the approximately .38-acre property feels tucked into the landscape, with mature trees, established plantings, pathways and room to enjoy the outdoors.And then there’s the location. Just across the bridge is Cathedral City Park, a riverfront Portland landmark beneath the soaring Gothic arches of the St. Johns Bridge, with paths, picnic areas, river access and some of the city’s most recognizable scenery.You’re also positioned near Forest Park—more than 5,000 acres with over 80 miles of trails—and just across the river from St. Johns, with its independent shops, cafés, restaurants and neighborhood character.This isn’t just a home with a Portland address. It’s a home with a Portland experience. Come for the space. Stay for the view. Welcome Home.

8716 NW BAILEY ST, Portland

$349,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 595843610 MLS

Nestled in the heart of Brentwood Darlington, I pair detached cottage living and low maintenance ease with a full appliance package in one outstanding Southeast Portland offering. Unlike many other new construction homes, I am not a condo and have no HoA. You own the underlying lot outright and have no additional monthly dues to worry about. Crafted by a local family builder with roots in finish carpentry, I reflect enduring craftsmanship, forward thinking design, and a commitment to strengthening Portland’s neighborhoods. Built better from the finish up. Inside, I offer 978 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 2½ bathrooms across an efficient two level plan. My open main level brings the kitchen, dining, and living spaces together for comfortable daily living and easy entertaining. Solid surface countertops, practical storage, and a peninsula island with eat bar support everything from quick meals to hosting friends. A full appliance package with refrigerator, washer and dryer, along with included window coverings, helps ease the move in process. Mini split heating and cooling on my main level and in each bedroom provides efficient year round comfort throughout every key living space. Upstairs, two bedrooms and two full bathrooms offer privacy and everyday function, while tasteful coffered ceilings add an elevated finish detail. Outside, my patio provides room for dining, planters, morning coffee, or unwinding in the fresh air without taking on extra upkeep. Brentwood Park is just up SE 60th with paved paths, picnic areas, play spaces, sports fields, volleyball, and open green space, while the nearby community garden adds to the rooted neighborhood feel. Woodstock New Seasons, Mt. Scott Community Center, Foster area dining, neighborhood coffee, parks, errands, and bike routes are all within easy reach. Nearby Woodstock shops and restaurants add even more convenience, helping me live larger than my footprint in everyday Southeast Portland style.

7045 SE 60th AVE, Portland

$409,500

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 796527347 MLS

Open House Sunday 10/4/26 at 11:30 til 1:00 PMFreshly remodeled 3-bedroom on a quiet corner lot in CentennialTucked at the edge of a dead-end street on a corner lot, this move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 1-bath home pairs a top-to-bottom remodel with one of the quietest settings in the Centennial neighborhood. With little through traffic and open green space behind it, the location feels tucked away while keeping everyday conveniences close.Inside, the work has been done with care. The updated kitchen features quartz counters and stainless appliances, and the bathroom has been updated to match. Hardwood floors have been refinished, and new lighting and hardware run throughout the home, all set off by fresh interior paint. A generous bonus room adds real flexibility, working equally well as a home office, media room, or entertainment space.The big-ticket items are already handled. A new roof and fresh exterior paint mean the home looks sharp from the street, and the mechanicals are just as solid: an upgraded electrical panel, a newer furnace and water heater, and central A/C for year-round comfort. Move in without a project list.Outside, the corner lot offers a great yard with plenty of room to garden, relax, or gather, along with a play structure. The property backs directly to Patrick Lynch Elementary and Verdell Burdine Rutherford Park, putting open green space right behind you, and several other parks are a short distance away.Parking and storage are covered as well. The garage keeps vehicles out of the weather, and a side parking pad with power is ready for your RV.Remodeled, well cared for, and set in a quiet location next to green space, this one is ready for its next owner.

17148 SE MARKET ST, Portland

$324,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 548784810 MLS

Welcome to polished new construction in Portland’s Reed neighborhood, where my 88 Bike Score and proximity to Reed College put parks, restaurants, neighborhood essentials and Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden close at hand. Woodstock, Brooklyn and Westmoreland expand your options for coffee, dining, shopping and recreation while I maintain a quieter residential setting in close in SE Portland. Crafted by a local boutique builder known for elevated interior detailing, I stand apart with illuminated crown molding, architectural built ins, designer accent walls and layered lighting throughout. My open main level connects the kitchen, dining and living spaces for an easy everyday flow. In my kitchen, rich cabinetry, an intricate backsplash, floating shelves and accent lighting create a warm, polished backdrop, while the living area is anchored by a dramatic feature wall with built ins and soft ambient lighting. A guest bathroom continues the distinctive design with moody finishes and elegant tilework. Upstairs, my primary suite and spacious secondary bedroom feature soaring ceilings, oversized windows and perimeter lighting that adds another layer of architectural interest. My thoughtful bedroom separation offers flexibility for guests, shared living, work from home needs or additional privacy. Outside, my private fenced yard and patio create room for morning coffee, gardening, pets or relaxing outdoors. With refined finishes, distinctive details and a location near Reed College and some of Southeast Portland’s favorite neighborhoods, I bring character and convenience together in a brand new home. 100% financing may be available to qualified buyers; ask for details. The list price reflects buyer eligibility for the Portland Housing Bureau System Development Charge exemption program, with owner occupancy as the primary buyer requirement.

5169 SE 28th AVE, Portland

$425,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 576780784 MLS

Charming SE Portland Bungalow + Private Yard + Workshop. A Great Opportunity in the Vibrant Foster-Powell Neighborhood! This one-level home offers an easy, low-maintenance lifestyle with hardwood floors & a clean, light-filled interior. Freshly painted kitchen cabinetry gives the home a bright, welcoming feel, while vinyl windows & a beautifully updated bathroom with tile floors & walk-in shower add to the move-in-ready appeal. The living room with a big picture window flows naturally into the dining area & kitchen, creating a comfortable, efficient floorplan that makes great use of the space. The flat, fenced yard provides wonderful privacy with room for gardening, pets & entertaining. A major bonus is the 23x12 workshop/studio. A versatile space for hobbies, projects, creative studio, home office or storage. Off-street parking adds to the convenience. Enjoy the vibrant Foster-Powell lifestyle with local favorites including Speedboat Coffee, Bar Carlo & Off The Griddle, plus Kern Park, the newly renovated Mt. Scott Community Center & the eclectic shops & restaurants along Foster & Woodstock. A detached home, private yard & incredible bonus space. An exciting opportunity to own in SE Portland as a first time buyer, downsizer or investor!

3604 SE 64TH AVE, Portland

$529,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 687798261 MLS

Fall in Modern Love with this turn key dream. An inviting entry leads to large windows and the sun-drenched living room, made extra cozy with a gas fireplace and warm-toned floors. The kitchen is a class act with a Bosch dishwasher, induction stove and gas hookup if that's your thing. The heated garage would make an excellent art studio, gym, WFH setup or just good ole fashioned storage. Upstairs, form and function firmly shake hands with a generous primary suite, large walk-in closet and vaulted ceilings, with laundry down the hall and 2 other considerate bedrooms. Good as new, (if not better!) with a handful of choice upgrades (heat pump, EV charger, etc) to sweeten the deal. Tucked into a lovely residential street but close to it all- Woodstock is rich in classic Portland amenities with New Seasons, Heart Coffee, Lutz Tavern, Heist Food carts, etc., right down the street. Detached condo on paper, single family home vibes in practice with an HES of 10 + Seller paying first year's HOA fees-A perfect 10!

5793 SE RAMONA ST, Portland

$469,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 695150107 MLS

Tucked into a quiet Mt. Scott cul-de-sac and surrounded by classic Pacific Northwest greenery, this lovingly cared-for one-level home feels like a little retreat in the city. Offered for the first time since 1980, it has been thoughtfully maintained by the same owner for decades and is ready for its next chapter.Inside, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,459 square feet offer an easy, comfortable floor plan filled with natural light. Large windows bring the outdoors in, while warm wood details and a gas fireplace add the cozy character that feels right at home in the Northwest. Multiple living and dining spaces provide flexibility for entertaining, quiet mornings or simply spreading out.The primary bedroom is generously sized with its own bath and walk in closet, and the single-level layout makes everyday living wonderfully convenient.Set on approximately .23 acres, the property offers a wonderful sense of privacy with established trees, hedges and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. A covered back patio extends the living space outside perfect for morning coffee, rainy afternoons or summer dinners. The fenced yard offers room to garden, play or create something entirely your own, while the deep driveway provides additional space for RV or boat parking.There’s something special about a home that has been loved and cared for over the years. Comfortable, solid and full of possibility, this is an opportunity to settle in now and make it your own over time.A peaceful setting, a generous lot and a home with character—all tucked away on Mt. Scott and ready for its next owner.

10515 SE MALDEN ST, Portland

$425,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 524674859 MLS

**Seller offering an interest rate buy down, save every month!** Bright, refreshed, and move-in ready in Creston-Kenilworth. This contemporary home's flexible floor plan adapts to how you live, whether that's a live/work setup, a dedicated media room, or light-filled space for entertaining. The main floor offers a media room, an office/bonus room, laundry, and plenty of storage. Upstairs, two bedrooms and a full bath sit alongside an open living, dining, and kitchen area with high ceilings and large windows. Outside, a rain garden welcomes you at the front, and the back features a low-maintenance native habitat garden with room for outdoor dining. Add raised beds to the sunny side yard and string lights along the back fence for your own urban farm and private retreat. Plus a garage with fantastic workshop or home gym potential. A standout alternative to a condo or cookie-cutter new construction, this one is best appreciated in person. Blocks from Kenilworth Park, Yoko Sushi, Holy Ghost Bar, Pipsqueak Bagels, and more. Come check it out, and contact your agent for details on the interest rate buy down. [Home Energy Score = 10. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10196522]

3833 SE 33RD AVE, Portland

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