Property Description

Hip and Historic! If a building could embody the spirit of vintage Portland, The Irving Classic is it. A blend of Colonial Revival and Craftsman architecture, this 1907 beauty welcomes you in with a lush, romantic courtyard entrance full of towering palms and blooming flowers, surrounded by New Orleans inspired wraparound walkways. It feels like a special secret and is always a beautiful place to come home to. Upon opening the door to your lovely first floor, corner unit condo, your eyes take in all the classic touches and historic charm-fir floors, high ceilings, and thick wood moldings. A large, deep clawfoot tub for a day's end relaxing soak, and an original, solid wood pocket door that vanishes elegantly into the architecture of the room, are two more period details that make a vintage lover's heart go pitter pat. And, the windows! The living room is awash with natural light-your plants will be so happy here! Wonderful amenities abound in the building: double gates (updated secured access w/ Fob), laundry room (free to residents and features newer machines!), & a secured bike storage room (with maintenance station). The building also welcomes your furry friends. Living here, you may never need to drive your car again. The Alphabet District/Nob Hill location of this home means that just about anything you need is virtually right outside your door-Ken's Artisan Bakery, Sterling Coffee, Trader Joes, Cinema 21, and countless restaurants, boutiques, and fitness options. And, if you're a nature lover, Forest Park and Washington Park are close by, where you can lounge among the roses and the evergreens.The coolness factor here is a 10/10-This iconic building was even featured in Gus Van Sant's 1989 film Drugstore Cowboy. Come check out this delightful home situated in a well-loved and well-tended historical building in the heart of a thriving community, with endless neighborhood options to explore and enjoy-It's places like this that make Portland so special!