If you’re looking for a vintage diamond in the rough type home, you might consider checking out the St. Johns area of North Portland.
According to This Old House*, St. Johns is among the top Best Old House Neighborhoods for 2013.
The article states:
This working-class enclave is seeing a wave of newcomers, as thirtysomething couples with or without kids flock here for affordable homes.
With “handyman specials”, you can find charming older homes in need of a little TLC to restore them to their original beauty. If you’re not afraid of a little elbow grease, average homes in the St. Johns area are listed for around $200k, or for an already restored home, expect to pay around $300k+.
>> Click to view current homes for sale in St. Johns here.
*View the full list of Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013 here.