Hello! I’m a heart-centered real estate agent based in Vancouver, serving folks throughout Southwest Washington. My goal is to help you find more than just a house—I want to help you find a home that truly feels like yours. I believe the home-buying journey should feel empowering, exciting, and tailored to your unique needs, and I’m here to make that happen. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an experienced buyer/seller who has been burned by non-empathetic or pushy brokers, I’m committed to guiding you every step of the way with honesty, clear communication, and creative problem-solving.

I’ve wanted to work for Living Room Realty ever since I first dipped my toes into real estate nearly a decade ago. The branding & overall vibe have always aligned with my design passion. After a career detour into 3D design and animation pulled me out of the Portland Metro Area for the past 7 years, I’m back in real estate and getting the opportunity to join my first brokerage crush! 

My clients have described me as patient, proactive, and thorough—always ready to answer questions, explain the unexpected, and go the extra mile (sometimes literally!).

I have a passion for craft food and drink as I roast my own coffee, eat the spiciest food I can get my hands on, and I even used to host a haunted beer tour through various breweries in downtown Portland. In my down time I love to hang out with my wife, Kit, and our pets Minerva the pug and Dumbledore the cat. I’m also a huge film, stand-up, and theater fan, with a background in both graphic design and theater arts. Fun fact: I’ve even been an extra on Grimm and Portlandia!

Let’s get together for a coffee or tea soon!

Jon's Testimonials

Five stars really isn’t enough to express how thankful I am for his partnership. Jonathan was my buyer's agent in a complicated HUD deal. He helped me understand, navigate, and feel comfortable every step of the way. We encountered several obstacles, and each time he went above-and-beyond to find creative solutions; he even helped me change lenders halfway through so I could obtain the best possible loan. He is an excellent communicator and an incredibly hard worker. Five stars really isn't enough to express how thankful I am for his partnership. I'm a single mom with three young kids (and no previous understanding of the market) and he completely demystified the home buying process. Now I'm a proud homeowner with a stable place to raise my family. I have already recommended him to several of my friends and will continue to do so.

Melissa

I am very happy with my experience with Jonathan as my buyer’s agent!. He was always responsive, friendly, helpful and dealt with the seller's and escrow agents in an equally responsive, competent and friendly way (I actually got compliments about him). While Jonathan is relatively new to the real estate industry, he skillfully and efficiently managed the many offers I made on houses and helped me navigate this hot seller's market to be successful in buying a great house in a great neighborhood. I especially appreciate how open and honest he was with all of the processes involved in making offers and closing the purchase of a house. Of all the real estate agents that I have worked with, my experience with Jonathan was the best. via Zillow

Deborah

This guy needs 6 stars. This guy is a superman, he literally saved a bird from a tree. We tried, but had to run off to another appointment, he did it! He got it down. That's the story how we met at an open house. After sitting down with him to talk about our goals and expectations the rest was a cinch. He knew this would be a long search and he was fine with it. No pressure. After finding our house the process of putting down and offer, having that accepted and all the hoops we had to jump through, he made it easy and took the time to explain things to us. If you're looking in North Portland this is your guy. You will not be disappointed. via Zillow

Philip Katz

Jon was amazing!. We were first time home buyers and didn't know what to expect. Jon really listened to what we were looking for, offered his own insights, and never once rushed us during the process. He was patient, answering all of our questions and addressing all of our concerns thoroughly. If there was something he didn't know, he was always willing to do more research. He went above and beyond in so many ways, like creating a platform for us where we could track the process and have all our documents in one place. He was also just a joy to work with, very kind and genuine. We absolutely recommend Jon to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a house! via Zillow

Tim Hodges

I couldn’t be happier with the service provided by Jon throughout our home buying journey. My wife and I were first-time buyers, and with numerous (sometimes dumb/obvious) questions, Jon was not only patient but also incredibly responsive. He consistently went above and beyond to ensure we felt informed and supported every step of the way. Jon's dedication was particularly evident in his willingness to accommodate our schedules, even for longer trips to view houses. Overall, Jon's communication, assistance, and dedication were truly exceptional, making our home buying experience smooth and enjoyable. I would highly recommend Jon to anyone in need of a reliable and helpful realtor. via Zillow

Mitchell

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