Every home has a story, but a 1912 English Arts & Crafts house for sale in Southeast Portland’s Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood has hosted enough writers and artists to fill a book.

The handsome, pitched-roof manor at 6209 S.E. 13th Ave. that has served as the Portland Arts Retreat was placed on the market June 6 for $1.6 million.

On July 14, the price dropped to $1,490,000 , an offer was accepted six days later and the sale is pending.

The haven for artists and thinkers, as supported by the longtime property owners, retains the original layout and can return to be a private residence with four bedrooms.

Intricate woodwork, leaded glass and other Arts and Crafts features have been preserved. The kitchen and bathrooms were updated in the popular style that celebrates handmade cra

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