Description

Charming Old Brick Home Built in 1947, by one of the wealthiest people in Sandy for his bride, it is the only red, all brick, multi-level home in Sandy. It sits at the top of a quiet neighborhood on a 100'x100' landscaped corner lot with an extra deep main driveway at the front and additional RV parking in back. This family home is located in the neighborhood community of Sandy which is within 30 minutes west of skiing, hiking and fishing on Mt Hood; approximately 30 minutes to the north is the Columbia River for boating, water/jet skiing and fishing; less than 30 miles east of downtown Portlands many museums, theaters, restaurants and shopping; and the beautiful Oregon coast is only about 2 hours to the west. There is so much to do and see here, it is impossible to list everything! Both Sandy Grade School and Cedar Ridge Middle School are within walking distance and Sandy High School is about a mile away. Local doctors, shopping, restaurants and other services make this a perfect family community. This home has been lovingly restored and updated while maintaining its original family charm. The main floor consists of the living area, formal dining room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and entertainment room. The living area has an all brick, wood burning fireplace which is also plumbed for gas, wood mantle, trayed ceiling and large picture window looking out to the expansive front porch. The formal dining area, just off the living area and through a wide archway, has two more large picture windows, room enough for a table to seat eight and a ceiling fan with lighting. The kitchen was updated with all stainless steel appliances which include a built-in side-by-side refrigerator with through the door cold water and ice, double wall ovens, a generous gas cook-top with built-in microwave above, dishwasher, deep double sink with garbage disposal and instant hot water dispenser. Custom knotty pine cabinets include a convenient recycling center and under cabinet lighting. Matching cabinets continue into the entertainment room, which includes an island bar counter, and is plumbed for a bar sink. This room also includes a ceiling fan with lighting. The main floor bedroom has a ceiling fan and the original hardwood floors. The main floor full bathroom was recently updated and remodeled to include a tub/shower with glass shower doors, vanity and additional built-in cabinets above the toilet. The entire upper floor is dedicated to the Master Suite with three skylights, two ceiling fans, open vaulted ceilings and attic storage access. The bath area includes original hardwood floors, a soaking tub, double vanity with plenty of storage, separate shower and water closet. There is a full daylight basement that houses the laundry facilities, generous play area, a soundproof movie room wired for surround sound and two additional rooms that can be used as bedrooms which also include custom built-in bureau/closets. Windows were replaced with energy efficient double pane vinyl. Electrical has been updated to 200 amp service. There is a quick recovery energy efficient gas hot water heater, central gas heat/air-conditioned. The house is wired for the included sound system and includes built-in flush speakers in most rooms. The detached garage/shop is 25 by 40 and has lighted attic access via a pull down attic stairs, plenty of lighting and electrical outlets, including 100 amp service with 220 outlets, and a side access locking man door. There is a main double wide garage door with an automatic opener, and a single wide garage door at the opposite end which provides outside access to the back half of the garage/shop. The front garage can also be closed off from the back garage by an additional inside double wide garage door. The entire garage/shop is fully sheet-rocked with the rear area being insulated. A perfect place to store your boat, jet skis, snowmobiles and other toys! This house is perfect for the growing family who enjoys the small town lifestyle without being to far from the big city bustle.