Period aesthetics and a great Montavilla location ensure that this home is worth the effort to reveal some magic. Hardwood floors on the main, classic Victorian detailing, and gorgeous stained glass windows set the scene for what this home has been and is destined to become. Golden afternoon light cascades through west facing windows creating a cozy and inviting living room. Entertain in the large dining room and vintage kitchen with tile counters. Three upstairs bedrooms and a secondary full bathroom provide lots of rooms for all your needs. The large main level primary room addition built in 2019 has an exterior entrance with covered porch, and provides flexible options for a bedroom, rental opportunity, work-from-home office, studio, yoga room, practice space, or daycare-- you name it! The blank canvas of a big backyard is waiting for your garden and will be a dream for establishing your private retreat. And you'll love living in the heart of the quaint Montavilla neighborhood-- just down the street from East Glisan Pizza. Enjoy some of Portland's best coffee and pie at Bipartisan Cafe, see the latest flicks at Academy Theater, score seasonal produce at the farmer's market, grab some of Ya Hala's epic Lebanese food, and enjoy the diverse eats & drinks in the area. Transit and commuting are a breeze. This fabulous cosmetic fixer is that rough diamond you've been prospecting for! [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10221892]