Walter S. Zimmerman House
Overview of features

Overview of features

MAIN HOUSE FEATURES

Classic Warmth & Timeless Craftsmanship

  • Den adorned in original Philippine Mahogany paneling
  • Preserved millwork and architectural details throughout
  • Four wood-burning fireplaces, including:
    • Living room and den fireplaces gas-plumbed
    • Outdoor fireplace facing mountain views (also gas-plumbed)

Modern Comforts

  • Forced-air heating/cooling upstairs (new in 2025)
  • Boiler converted to natural gas (2001)
  • Natural gas backup generator serving both homes
  • Two laundry rooms – main level and upstairs (upstairs added in 2019)
  • Interior paint and refinished wood floors (2019)
  • Main floor powder room renovated (2024)
  • Expanded primary suite with updated bathroom and walk-in closet (2015)

GUEST RESIDENCE & GARAGES

Guest Residence + 3-Car Garage

  • Built in 2001, offering privacy and versatility for guests, a home office, or a creative space

Total of 5 Garage Bays

    • 2-car attached to the main house
    • 3-car garage below the guest residence

EXTERIOR ENHANCEMENTS

  • Exterior repaint in 2023 (main house & guest residence)
  • Seismic retrofit completed in 2015–2016
  • In-ground hot tub for year-round enjoyment
  • Professional low-voltage landscape lighting installed in 2019

UNMATCHED ACCESS

Despite its private, estate-like setting, this home is exceptionally convenient:

  • 3 minutes to freeway (SW 16th)
  • 4 minutes to Downtown Portland
  • 4 minutes to the Multnomah Athletic Club (MAC)
  • 8 minutes to OHSU
  • 15 minutes (no traffic) to PDX, Waverley Country Club, and Portland Golf Club

AN ESTATE OF RARE DISTINCTION

This is more than a home – it’s an heirloom property with soul, space, and story. A unique opportunity to steward a piece of Portland history with modern livability and world-class views.