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 HOUSE & GARAGES

Guest House + 3-Car Garage
  • Built in 2001, offering privacy and versatility for guests, home office, or creative space
Total of 5 Garage Bays
    • 2-car attached to the main house
    • 3-car garage below the guest house
  • EXTERIOR ENHANCEMENTS

    • Exterior repaint in 2023 (main house & guest house)
    • 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.