8305 N Willamette Blvd Portland, OR 97203

In 1906, two decades before the construction of the iconic St. Johns bridge, a gentleman by the name of P.H. Edlefsen built a stately home perched above North Willamette Boulevard. The 4,223 SF residence, set on a quarter acre in St John’s Cathedral Park neighborhood, showcased covered porches, grand spaces and a tower. Edlefsen, owner of St. Johns Water Works + Lighting Co, chose a homesite that would soon have a front row seat, not only to the bridge's swift + impressive construction, but an enduring view of one of the finest bridges west of the Mississippi River. Grand spaces feature original oak floors w/ mahogany inlay. Large picture windows w/ bevelled crystal glass. From the foyer, double french doors open to the great room/sunroom + formal dining. Many original elements are preserved here. Echoing the early twentieth century w/ period lighting from Rejuvenation + Schoolhouse Electric. Well appointed w/ coat closet + powder room on the main level. From the sunroom, the multi-pane windows facing south capture views of the landscaped lawns + flower gardens. The great room is a space to gather--high ceilings and a wood burning fireplace w/ gas starter. The ever-elegant dining room with built-ins offering storage + character. Cook's kitchen w/ granite counters, butcher block, appliance garage, built-ins, pantry, gas range + hood, plus a side entry for convenience. Upper level features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, laundry room + office. Bedrooms have exceptional views of the bridge + lots of space. The lower level is renovated to include guest suite, bright + light w/ 4th bedroom, family room, kitchenette, office, full bathroom with W/D. The guest suite features separate exterior access. Ample closets and storage features throughout the lower level. Additional spaces in the lower level include a canning kitchen, outfitted with 2 sinks + storage room. The landscape/grounds fully transformed + elevated. Fenced backyard, det'd carriage house, easy parking on Charleston.