12246 NW KEARNEY ST

There is a lot to love about Cedar Mill, but finding a home on a quiet, established street where you can also walk to coffee, dinner, groceries, Target and more is something special. Set on an above-average 8,712-square-foot lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home pairs that hard-to-find location with the warmth and character of a classic 1970s home, and no HOA. Inside, vaulted ceilings with wood beams, hardwood floors and two fireplaces give the home a personality all its own. The sunken living room centers around a wood-burning fireplace, while the updated kitchen features granite counters, an eat-up island, stainless appliances, pantry and a double-sided fireplace shared with the adjoining office/flex space. Just beyond, a butler’s pantry adds a sink, additional storage and laundry hookups. The primary suite includes its own exterior entrance, creating unusual flexibility for guests, work or other uses, and was recently used as a short-term rental space. Two additional bedrooms and a second full bath complete the layout. Outside, the established landscaping and private, fully fenced backyard are every bit as appealing. Enjoy a covered deck with skylight, grassy lawn, firepit, custom built garden shed and in-ground irrigation, plus gates on both sides of the home. A generous two-car garage provides additional storage, while a metal shingle/shake-style roof, 2021 gas furnace, central air conditioning and 2018 gas water heater add valuable system updates. All of this in a Washington County location within Portland’s sought-after 97229, with Terra Linda Elementary, Tumwater Middle and Sunset High, plus an impressive collection of shopping, dining, coffee and everyday conveniences along nearby NW Cornell Road.