A century-old cottage , designed by celebrated architect Richard Sundeleaf for his young family in Southeast Portland, sold for $27,000 over its $985,000 asking price.

The 0.12-acre property on Southeast 7th Avenue in the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood received multiple offers after it was placed on the market Sept. 22. One offer was accepted seven days later.

The transaction closed Oct. 28. The final price was $1,012,000.

“We had several showings as well as two busy open houses,” said Robin Springer who shared the listing with Melissa Ewbank , both of Windermere Realty Trust.

The property faces Sellwood Park and is near Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge trails and access to the Willamette River.

“Buyers appreciated the attention to details, the provenance of the home and the fa

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