By Mel Dorman, June 3, 2025
5341 SW 50TH AVE
Portland, OR 97221
Don’t miss this Hayhurst gem – where peaceful suburban living meets all the perks of city convenience. Situated on a spacious corner lot, this home is surrounded by lush, mature landscaping that offers beauty and privacy year-round. The welcoming front porch is perfect for morning coffee or catching up with neighbors, setting the tone for the warmth and charm you’ll find inside. Step in to a cozy, well-laid-out interior that makes everyday living easy and comfortable. Out back, a private covered deck overlooks a tranquil garden – ideal for relaxing or entertaining, rain or shine. Tucked in a friendly neighborhood just minutes from Gabriel Park, great schools, shops, and local dining spots, this home has the charm, location, and outdoor appeal you’ve been waiting for.
2 BEDROOM | 1/0 BATHS | 1170 SQFT
Sold 06/02/2025 | $517,000
Mel Dorman
Broker | OR & WA
She/They
Ten years ago, Melissa was living in a slum in Kolkata, India, helping over 200 women escape sex trafficking by providing alternative work at a social business.
It was there she discovered her passion for financial education as a means of empowering people to move out of poverty. After graduating from UCLA with a Masters, Melissa spent 5 years working as a Social Worker; assisting clients facing homelessness, in jail, or at a psychiatric facility.
As much as she loved the work, imagining saving for retirement on the meager salary of a social worker was becoming grim. That's when Melissa discovered "passive income." In no time, she fell in LOVE with real estate as a vehicle for wealth. Soon after, Melissa began locating off-market multi-family properties to purchase through creative financing strategies and win-win opportunities. Two years into investing, Melissa quit her day job as a Social Worker to become a full-time broker and investor. Initially, she was drawn to people in difficult circumstances, so she developed extensive experience assisting families facing foreclosure, short sales, and probate. Melissa is well versed in helping her clients overcome complex real estate challenges.
Currently, Melissa is teamed up with Super Broker, Yascha Noonberg at Living Room Realty. Together they assist clients to achieve their real estate dreams, including how to strategically buy and sell a personal residence to maximize profits. Far from the slums of Kolkata, her greatest passion now is empowering other working professionals to develop passive forms of income through buying multi-family properties in Portland.
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