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St. Johns – Bungalows, Bridge, and Brews

By Gabrielle Enfield, September 10, 2021

Hi, Readers!

Today I closed on a sweet little bungalow on the edge of town in St. Johns – a neighborhood close to my heart, having lived in NoPo the past 13 years.

First things first – it’s St. Johns. Not St. John’s. Referencing it incorrectly is a dead giveaway you’re not from these parts. 😅

Next, St. Johns is probably best-known for the magnificent suspension bridge and scenic Cathedral Park. Jazz Fests, weddings, we even went to a musical rendition of Star Trek in the park one year… 🖖. What a place. I thought I’d share some info on the bridge itself, and its storied past. HERE is the Wiki link – fascinating stuff.

Stormbreaker Brewery on Lombard has some great burgers and a wide range of brews to choose from, including Kombucha. I’m sad they took their kale salad off the menu, but they do have a healthy kids’ menu and it’s got great outdoor seating options with super friendly service.

St. Johns is also one of the older neighborhoods in Portland, with turn of the century (or even older) homes and as such, you’ll find lots of charming, original bungalows. The house that sold today is one of the oldest in the neighborhood, dating back to the 1880’s 😱. Brian and Kelsey found me after I sold another home in the neighborhood, and they were ready to make a move back home to New Hampshire. This sweet home has balloon ceilings, a sunny yard, and Brian and Kelsey converted the garage into a superbadass gym. I’m grateful for them, and for having fellow Roomies Tracey Henkels and Jasmine Deathridge on the buyers’ side. Congrats all around! If you want to learn more about North Portland, have a house to sell or are thinking about buying, give me a call. We can go get a cuppa at SeeSee.

Till then, high fives!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gabrielle Enfield

Broker | OR

She/Her

Real estate can be a wild ride. It's important you find your wingperson.

At Working Magic Group, we understand the important decision of choosing an agent partner for buying or selling in Portland. It's a relationship for the long haul. The team's goal is to apply myriad experiences, both personally and professionally, to help guide client partners through a thoughtful, strategic, seamless and fun journey. Founded by top broker Gabrielle Enfield, Working Magic's goal is to bust down the stereotypes of who Realtors are and how they serve. We are full service brokers, in it for the long haul, and believe in the relationship imperative. We operate from a place of trust with people at the center. Without that, we can’t do our work. Need an understanding of where to start, when it comes to getting ready to sell? We'll put backgrounds in project management to work and let you know what needs to happen, complete with spreadsheets, if you're into it. We've got the magicians on speed dial to show up and get it done so you can hit the easy button. We treat each listing as a brand we're launching and create emotional and sensory experiences that stand out. Custom playlists, anyone? We've been told our open houses are the best in town. Looking to purchase a vacation property and need it to generate rental income? Expect sharp pencils to make sure the numbers make sense. We can even help with the interior design and advise how to set it up to make top dollar. Ready to downsize? We'll be with you on this important chapter and gently guide you to what stays and what goes. First-timer who needs a steady hand to help guide you through the real estate process? Mama Bear's got you covered, and we'll be sure to point out what you need to look for or stay away from. Moving to PDX and need a proxy to get to know Rose City? Gab's a Pac NW native, and even with all its growth and change, this place still gives her butterflies. Plus, her background in video production makes those remote FaceTime home tours a breeze. About Gabrielle Enfield, Founder, Working Magic at Living Room Realty: I grew up in Woodland, Washington, and live in the wooded hills of Bridlemile, where I'm raising my family. #boymom. Today I am the #1 agent at my brokerage - which is Portland's #1 real estate office - and consistently rank in the top 1% of more than 8,400 brokers in the Portland metro. I love what I do and it shows. Before real estate, my career spans two decades of expertise I'm fortunate enough to apply every day. These experiences range from being a TV news anchor (visual storyteller) to helping develop some of the world's beloved brands like Xbox and Dave's Killer Bread (strategy and engagement). I also helped launch Paul Allen's MoPop to a global stage; it combined two of my life loves: music + architecture. I was on the forefront of integrated media, crisis communications, digital productions and managed events and massive teams that delivered headline-making news. I was practically born to sell Real Estate: my Dad is a retired custom home designer and builder, my Uncle is an architect and my Grandpa was a Realtor and developer. I am an active listener, have a keen eye for "good bones", and solving my clients' real estate needs in a creative and often unexpected way brings me joy. In my spare time, I am raising my kiddos to be confident weirdos, championing my spouse Per who is an IP attorney at Nike, hitting the thrift store circuit as often as I can, and volunteering my time as a Broker Advisor at Living Room. In 2023 I launched Hi Buddy Hospitality Group, a burgeoning hostel and restaurant in NE Portland. I also am a member of Project Color Corps Portland Chapter, a national non-profit that collaborates with people to add color to their essential community spaces, creating beauty, belonging, and joy. Please give a call – I'd love to see what it would be like to partner with you. For a look inside my everyday life, be sure to follow along on Instagram. Let's Work Magic together. High fives!        
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