A 1957 Concordia Midcentury Goes Pending in 5 Days
Midcentury homes all of their original character intact plus seamless updates certainly make a splash in the Portland market. Neighbor agent Jimi Hendrix’s listing at 3906 NE Rosa Parks Way in Concordia went pending five days after it hit the market on October 15, at $1,098,000. It also caught the attention of both Portland Monthly and The Oregonian.
About the home
Built in 1957 near Fernhill Park, the house has a Roman brick facade and 5,106 square feet across two levels, with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Highlights include:
Three fireplaces, including a statement hearth flanked by built-ins and wood paneling
Exposed beams, skylights and wood-clad walls and ceilings
A remodeled kitchen with custom cabinets that match the paneling, black granite counters and a built-in banquette
An original hall bath with pink and green tile and a built-in planter box
A lower level with a tufted red wet bar, a pool room, a theater/library and a custom wall-to-wall mural of a sea serpent, great blue herons and pink flowers
Why it went into contract quickly
Buyers who want midcentury design usually face a choice between a gutted remodel and a home that needs everything. This one offered both: original details where they matter, and updates where they count, like the kitchen and primary bath. Portland Monthly called out the home’s preserved character as its main draw.
A bit of neighborhood history
Portland Monthly notes that the surrounding area may be named for builder Lester E. Leitritz, who worked with residential designer Perry Weber on homes in the area in the 1950s. Local lore says this house was built for its builder, though no record connects it to a specific name yet.
Read the coverage
Portland Monthly: Property Watch: Is This the Coolest Midcentury in Concordia? (Melissa Dalton, Oct. 23, 2026)
The Oregonian: NE Portland midcentury ranch with pink sinks listed at $1.1M goes pending in 5 days