‘Really Tan Portland Ken’ lists glass mansion with martini for $ 9,495,000

The prominent modern glass mansion in the West Hills of Portland, famous for its sports signs honoring Portland Trail Blazers Jerome Kersey and a giant martini has gone on sale for $ 9,495,000.

Owner financial advisor Ron Sloy, nicknamed “Really Tan Portland Ken” by the NBA on TNT crew, poured over $ 3 million into the property which already had an expensive start-up: In 2001, construction costs passed. to $ 8 million.

As far as people can see the iconic home, the 0.36 acre property at 1305 SW Myrtle Court has its own views: beyond the city skyline and the Willamette River are the Hood, Adams, St. Helens and Rainier.

The home has 7,581 square feet of living space which includes two bedrooms, a guest bedroom, a pool table area, and a living room with air-conditioned wine storage for 5,000 bottles.

The two-lane pool stretches along a 75-foot bridge, creating a scene more likely in Beverly Hills than in the Pacific Northwest, said Sean Gores of design-build company Gores Construction in Milwaukie. , which recently updated the weather-resistant exterior of the structure. as the energy efficiency and aesthetics of the mansion which was originally designed by Robert Thompson of TVA Architects of Portland.

Gores added a seven-foot-wide skyline system that spans about 80 feet, illuminating the upper level of the mansion with natural light. All four decks have half-glass balustrades.

Some interior walls have been removed to open up contemporary views and finishes, like the Ann Sacks tiles made in Italy, and light fixtures have been installed.

Being able to easily entertain guests guided the placement of several bars – there’s even one in the three-car garage – and large screens, including a 100-inch one in the expansive living room.

Over $ 250,000 was spent to improve power for a more efficient interior temperature as well as automated shades, sound system and security.

Who would love this house? A successful sports figure or businessman who falls in love with the views, the design and the fact that it’s one of a kind, Gores said.

Justin Harnish and Errol Bradley of Harnish Properties, who listed the property on Thursday, August 5, said in marketing materials: ‘ [to describe the home] is an understatement.

– Janet Eastman | 503-294-4072

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