Portland NW/ SW/ S, Raleigh Hills Homes with NW Contemporary Style

Portland NW/ SW/ S, Raleigh Hills Homes with NW Contemporary Style

Welcome to the enchanting neighborhoods of Portland, Oregon, specifically the charming areas of Northwest, Southwest, and Raleigh Hills. Nestled between the stunning backdrop of the Cascade Mountains and the vibrant urban landscape, these regions offer a unique blend of natural beauty and modern living.

Portland is celebrated for its diverse culture, rich history, and commitment to sustainability, making it a desirable place to call home. The Northwest and Southwest neighborhoods are known for their tree-lined streets, eclectic shops, and an array of dining options that cater to every palate. Raleigh Hills, a hidden gem, boasts a serene suburban atmosphere while still being just a stone's throw away from the bustling city center.

One of the standout features of homes in this region is their stunning Northwest Contemporary style. Characterized by clean lines, large windows, and an emphasis on integrating indoor and outdoor spaces, these homes are designed to harmonize with the surrounding natural landscape. The use of natural materials, such as wood and stone, not only enhances their aesthetic appeal but also promotes an eco-friendly lifestyle.

Living in these neighborhoods means embracing a lifestyle that values community, creativity, and connection to nature. Whether you’re exploring the nearby parks, indulging in local coffee shops, or enjoying the vibrant arts scene, there’s always something to discover.

If you’re looking for a home that embodies modern elegance and a deep appreciation for the environment, the Northwest Contemporary homes in Portland’s NW, SW, and Raleigh Hills neighborhoods are waiting for you. Experience the perfect blend of urban convenience and natural beauty in this thriving part of Oregon!

Newest Portland NW/ SW/ S, Raleigh Hills Homes with NW Contemporary Style

10023 SW QUAIL POST RD, Portland
$560,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 416070188 MLS
Set in Quail Park, a private community in Southwest Portland with walking trails, a creek, and shared green spaces, this 3 bedroom, 2.1 bath home sits on a quiet private road designed to blend with the natural landscape. Minutes to Marshall Park and Tryon Creek State Natural Area, with easy I-5 access and about 15 minutes to Downtown Portland. Vaulted ceilings run through the main level, where a cozy family room with a gas fireplace, tree views that shift with the seasons, and sliding glass doors to the newly rebuilt upper deck sets a warm tone. The refreshed kitchen features quartz countertops, blue gray and bright white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and an elongated white subway tile backsplash, open to the dining area with its own sliding glass doors to the deck. The primary suite is on the main level with an en suite bath and dual sinks, and a half bath rounds out the floor. Downstairs, two bedrooms each with dual closets share a full bath, and a flex area with sliding glass doors leads to the lower deck and back patio. High ceilings carry through the lower level. Out back, a spacious patio surrounded by gardens and mature trees is made for hosting, with newly rebuilt decks and stairs connecting the levels. A detached two car garage completes the package. Recent updates include newly rebuilt decks and stairs in 2026, a new furnace in 2025, new carpet, refinished walls, and fresh paint in 2024, and a new garage door opener in 2026.

10023 SW QUAIL POST RD, Portland

1225 SW OPHELIA ST, Portland
$1,395,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 433326071 MLS
OFFER DEADLINE 10/24 @ 5pm. Modern architecture. Natural textures. Beyond the welcoming double door entry, expansive walls of glass, soaring ceilings and thoughtfully layered finishes bring warmth and character to this distinctive newer residence by Street of Dreams builder Exceptional Homes by Andre. Rich natural materials, wide plank hardwoods, a striking fireplace clad in custom steel plates and custom built ins establish a sophisticated yet organic aesthetic, while expansive windows frame the surrounding trees and territorial views. At the heart of the home, the kitchen makes a statement with a leathered granite island featuring a dramatic natural edge, contrasting quartz counters, a gas range and walk in butler's pantry. Open living and dining areas flow onto a generous covered upper deck for seamless year round indoor/outdoor living. French doors off the office offer another connection to the outdoors. The main level primary suite offers a private retreat, opening onto the expansive deck and surrounding greenery. A spa inspired bath pairs a glass enclosed shower with a freestanding soaking tub framed by floor to ceiling windows, while a custom built walk in closet reflects the home's attention to design and detail. A beautiful wood clad laundry and mudroom off the garage add everyday ease to the main level floor plan. Downstairs, a light filled daylight level offers a second destination for gathering, with a spacious family room, custom wet bar, an ensuite bedroom, two additional bedrooms and bath, generous storage, and windows overlooking the grounds. Outside, the completely reimagined backyard brings a resort inspired experience home, with low maintenance turf, layered landscaping, a hot tub and a covered lounge with a fire feature and statement lighting. Close to Lake Oswego's beloved restaurants, boutiques and amenities, yet a world of its own. A home defined by considered design, natural beauty and everyday living that feels anything but ordinary.

1225 SW OPHELIA ST, Portland

7556 SW BARNES RD Unit #A, Portland
$250,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 481950232 MLS
Tucked into a peaceful, wooded setting in Portland’s scenic West Hills, this light-filled 2-bedroom, 1-bath end-unit condo offers a rare blend of privacy, nature, convenience, and low-maintenance living. The top floor single-level layout provides easy access, while thoughtful updates include an upgraded electrical panel and water heater, recessed lighting, and bamboo flooring throughout. Vaulted wood ceilings and expansive windows fill the open living space with natural light and bring the surrounding trees indoors. A cozy wood-burning fireplace creates the perfect gathering spot, while the remodeled kitchen features newer appliances, updated cabinetry with full pull-outs, wood countertops, tile backsplash, spacious pantry, and butcher block top eating bar. Both bedrooms offer generous storage, and the updated bathroom includes a tub/shower combination. Step outside to your private deck, a true treehouse retreat surrounded by greenery, with dedicated storage for outdoor gear and everyday essentials. Covered parking adds everyday convenience. Enjoy resort-style community amenities including a clubhouse, fitness center, pool, hot tub, sauna, tennis courts, recreation room, community gardens, and private nature trail. HOA dues include exterior maintenance, water, sewer, and trash. Surrounded by nature yet conveniently located near Forest Park & Washington Park trails, NW 23rd district with shops, coffee, boutiques, and restaurants, with easy access to Highway 26, Highway 217, downtown Portland, Beaverton, and Hillsboro. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, investing, or looking for a Portland pied-à-terre, this move-in-ready home offers comfort, character, and an exceptional location and value. Welcome to 7556 SW Barnes Road #A | Portland, OR 97225

7556 SW BARNES RD Unit #A, Portland

2535 SW PATTON CT, Portland
$898,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 611080860 MLS
Surprisingly quiet, come hear for yourself! Located in one of the most storybook-green pockets of Portland Heights, this house doesn’t just look out at nature - it lives inside it. Every window frames its own little forested wonder: leaves rustling outside the glass, birdsong as your soundtrack, and a sense of privacy so complete you’ll forget you have neighbors at all. There’s a calm that settles over you the moment you walk in—the kind of good energy that’s hard to manufacture but easy to feel. Inside, the primary suite claims an entire floor of its own, tucked away as a genuine retreat and place to reset. On the main level, the living room has walls of windows and a vaulted cedar-plank ceiling that make it nearly impossible to tell whether you’re inside the house or inside the woods. The kitchen surprises with a sunroom that floods the space with gorgeous, warm light, especially lovely before you’ve even had your first sip of coffee. The lower level offers two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a family room ready for games or cozy movie nights by the fireplace. And then there’s the yard—terraced, sprawling, and designed to reset your nervous system just by standing in it. The home has practical magic, too: storage tucked into every corner, much of it not even counted in the square footage (consider it a bonus round) plus a location zoned for strong public schools and within easy reach of excellent private options. This isn’t just a home near nature. It’s a home that forgot it wasn’t a treehouse.

2535 SW PATTON CT, Portland

1295 SW CARDINELL DR, Portland
$1,400,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 752495652 MLS
Located in Portland's Southwest hills, this rare newer build gives you sky-high views alongside grounded living. Custom-built in 2023 in the Northwest Contemporary style, this home pairs striking design with the peace of mind that comes from all-new systems throughout. The gourmet kitchen flows into an open living and dining area centered on a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, with multiple windows and a balcony framing sweeping city and mountain views. A 10-foot kitchen island gives guests a natural place to gather, beverage of choice in hand. The mezzanine level is home to the luxurious primary suite, laundry room, and a tucked-away office overlooking the vaulted family room below. Downstairs, a wet bar, a second floor-to-ceiling fireplace and another balcony create a cozier setting for smaller gatherings, still with enough room for a baby grand piano. A second ensuite bedroom, plus a third bedroom and bath, offer flexibility for extended family or visiting friends. Finally, there's an unexpected but delightful surprise: a home theater with six theater-grade loungers, an 85" screen, and immersive surround sound. For your outdoor enjoyment, you'll find a hot tub, fire pit, pizza oven and Argentinian grill on a brand new, expansive deck surrounded by native landscaping, a terraced and fully-fenced yard, and a drip irrigation system. There's also plenty of storage conveniently located at the upper and lower levels of the home as well as a lower-level workshop for all of your DIY projects. 1295 SW Cardinell offers you the best of both worlds: luxury and practicality, perfectly balanced. [Home Energy Score = 5. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10219675]

1295 SW CARDINELL DR, Portland

3319 NW SPENCER ST, Portland
$949,999
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 763400132 MLS
Just minutes from Forest Park’s world-class trails, this turnkey home offers upscale style, everyday comfort, and exceptional multigenerational flexibility. At the heart of the home is the vibrant, open kitchen, featuring a generous eat-in granite island, sunny breakfast nook, pantry, brand-new Dacor stainless-steel appliances, refreshed cabinetry, and under-cabinet lighting. With backyard views and direct access to the newer deck, rare level yard, fruit trees and patio, the kitchen is perfectly positioned for entertaining, family time, and relaxed indoor-outdoor living.The light-filled floor plan includes a spacious great room and an oversized main-level bonus room with potential to convert to a bedroom—ideal for multigenerational living. In addition there’s a main-level office or bedroom-full bath nearby, with its own exterior entrance offering additional privacy and flexibility. The inviting living room features fireside ambiance and peaceful, lush outlooks.Upstairs, front and back staircases lead to four comfortable bedrooms, all conveniently served by a laundry chute. Recent updates include fresh interior paint, plush new carpet, and a newer furnace and air-conditioning system.Curb appeal is enhanced by the handsome hard-coat stucco exterior, new lawn, low-maintenance landscaping, and covered front patio—welcoming spaces for gatherings, quiet mornings, and evening relaxation. There’s an oversized garage for gear, and storage galore. Enjoy this no through neighborhood, with convenient access to Forest Park trails, nearby shuttles to the Silicon Forest, Nike, Intel, and outstanding dining. With its versatile design, thoughtful updates, and exceptional location, this inviting home makes it easy to enjoy every season—from summer entertaining to watching the leaves at the forest. [Home Energy Score = 3. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10045219]

3319 NW SPENCER ST, Portland

942 S PALATINE HILL RD, Portland
$3,200,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 174236933 MLS
Cedar ceilings, walls of glass and a dramatic pivot front door set the tone from the moment you arrive: this 1962 John Storrs design in Dunthorpe has been completely renovated with its midcentury soul fully intact. Exposed beams glow with warm cove lighting, and a stone fireplace anchors the living room.Bi-fold glass doors open the living spaces to the backyard, creating a natural connection between indoors and out. The open kitchen features a walk-in pantry, Wolf dual-fuel range, Sub-Zero wine refrigerator and oversized picture windows that fill the space with natural light. The primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, a private terrace, dual walk-in closets and a bath with Ann Sacks tile and heated floors. A second en-suite bedroom lives much like another primary, with a walk-in closet and spacious bath with soaking tub and separate shower. A detached guest suite with its own full bath, a lower-level office with custom walnut built-ins and a large family room opening onto a courtyard add space for guests, work and play.The 0.5-acre lot was fully re-landscaped in 2022, with an expansive lawn and heritage apple trees remaining from the property's former orchard. The standout is the covered outdoor pavilion, a true living room in the backyard with a fireplace, comfortable lounge area, gas heaters, outdoor TV, Ooni pizza oven and a built-in kitchen with grill, sink, beverage refrigerator and kegerator. With the fireplace and heaters going, it becomes a space designed to be enjoyed well beyond the summer months.Behind the scenes, the home has been updated with new electrical and plumbing, a new metal roof, gutters and exterior paint, multi-zone HVAC with A/C, tankless water heaters and a gas-powered generator. Located in Dunthorpe within the Riverdale School District, with easy access to Lake Oswego, OHSU and Downtown Portland.

942 S PALATINE HILL RD, Portland

14631 NW CEDAR ST, Portland
$1,135,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 620159275 MLS
There are homes that follow trends and formulas, and then there are places that feel as though someone imagined them into being. Cedar Lodge is the second kind. The property backs directly to roughly 5,000 acres of Forest Park, so the woods become part of daily life here — owls calling at night, deer and elk moving through the grounds, frogs starting their chorus when the rains return.At the center of it all sits a house built not as a spec project, but as one man's vision, translated into architecture with scale, solidity, and an uncommon investment in what endures. The concrete foundation alone represented roughly $200,000 — resources spent long before anyone chose a single finish. Built with SIPs (structural insulated panels) for a home that feels substantial and protected, yet intimately connected to the forest around it. Inside, a Wolf range anchors a kitchen meant to be cooked in, served by pristine Bull Run water and twin tankless Bosch water heaters.Set on 3.5 private acres with Mt St Helens views, Cedar Lodge also offers rare flexibility: lower-level space with ADU or Airbnb potential and a track record as a highly-rated short-term rental, suited to multigenerational living, a private retreat, or rental income. An assumable VA loan at 2.75% adds a financing advantage increasingly hard to find.A house can be built again. A place like Cedar Lodge has to be found.Sq ft per county tax records; additional finished space exists that is not reflected in county records — buyer/buyer's agent to verify independently. See supplemental floor plan. [Home Energy Score = 3. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10252071]

14631 NW CEDAR ST, Portland

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