The quintessential Portland Craftsman! You'll feel instantly at home in this lovingly maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath beauty, where thoughtful updates perfectly complement timeless charm. Original hardwood floors, built-ins, crown molding, Schoolhouse and Rejuvenation light fixtures, a cozy, wood-burning fireplace, and central A/C create warmth and comfort throughout. The basement offers plenty of room to grow with a separate entrance, laundry, abundant storage, and excellent finishing potential.The timeless kitchen features stainless steel appliances, solid marble counters, a subway tile backsplash, deep farmhouse sink, vent hood, and a charming breakfast nook with built-in storage where you can sip your morning coffee while watching hummingbirds in the certified backyard bird habitat. Entertaining is a delight in this open flowing kitchen, anchored by an original built-in buffet.Situated on a greenway bicycle route with a Bike Score of 100, peaceful Piedmont offers easy access to the Woodlawn and North Williams hotspots, as well as Peninsula Park and Portland's original rose garden, whose fragrance drifts through the neighborhood each spring. The backyard feels like your own private oasis, with a deck that has hardpiped natural gas for your grill, low-maintenance hardscaping, raised garden beds, and the perfect balance of sun and mature shade trees.The newly built carriage-style gate provides easy alley access to the detached garage, ideal for storage, a workshop, or future ADU possibilities. The love and care invested in this home are evident everywhere, with fresh interior and exterior paint, newly refinished upstairs floors, updated windows, PEX plumbing, updated wiring, a new water heater, sewer relining completed in 2018, and a decommissioned oil tank with DEQ letter. New washer and dryer in 2025 included. A true Portland classic, beautifully cared for and ready for its next chapter. [Home Energy Score = 1. HES Report at https://rpt.greenbuildingregistry.com/hes/OR10249345]