Set high above the street in sought-after Creston-Kenilworth, this inviting home lives larger than its square footage thanks to high ceilings, an open layout and a thoughtful floor plan designed for everyday living. The main level is knit together by an open living room, formal dining room and well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar. An oversized pantry, updated appliances, fresh wool carpet throughout and a cozy gas fireplace add function and comfort to the heart of this home. Upstairs, three bedrooms and two full baths include a spacious primary retreat with vaulted ceilings, ensuite bath, walk-in closet and private balcony overlooking the city with sweeping views toward the West Hills. A flexible lower level features a family room with an ensuite bath and wet bar that could easily serve as guest quarters, a home office, media room or multi-generational living space. A convenient, separate entrance through the two-car tandem garage provides added privacy, parking, storage and workshop potential. Numerous outdoor spaces encourage indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy coffee and “good mornings” to the neighbors on the front deck, and sunsets over downtown from the primary balcony. The fully fenced backyard is thoughtfully landscaped and easy to care for, with ample room to relax, garden, entertain or simply enjoy the rhythms of our Portland seasons. Tucked into the connected, close-in Creston-Kenilworth neighborhood, you’re mere minutes from three parks, a refreshed playground and pool at Creston Park, neighborhood favorites like Keeper Coffee and everyday essentials including Trader Joe’s, New Seasons, Safeway and Natural Grocers. Convenient bike routes and greenways, as well as nearby bus routes, make getting out and about a breeze. This sweet home gives you room to spread out, spaces to gather and a neighborhood where you’ll want to put down roots. [Home Energy Score = 6. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10251658]