Blog Stories A Tranquil Setting in SW Portland

A Tranquil Setting in SW Portland

By Carrie Struss, June 1, 2023

Congratulations are in order for my client, Mike, who just got the keys to his fab new home! For the past three years, he has been going through a lengthy remodel project at his current house, and during this time, he hasn’t had a functioning kitchen. (Yikes!) Living on a busy corner in SE has brought constant activity and noise to his surroundings. So Mike called me when he decided to relocate to SW Portland, where he can enjoy a more tranquil setting amidst the trees. This move will allow him to complete all the remaining projects on his current home so he can convert it into a rental property and generate income while also improving his own living situation.

And let me tell you, Mike has found the perfect home in SW! This modern stilted house offers him beautiful views of treetops from every window, creating a serene and picturesque atmosphere. With forest trails right outside his front door, he will have easy access to nature providing the peaceful and tranquil environment he was seeking. In addition, the house is damn sexy! The stairs are numbered in case you lose your way, it has a fully operational kitchen, and the crawl space is big enough for a slip-n-slide. Welcome to your new home, Mike!

Carrie Struss

Broker | OR & WA

She/Her

Carrie brings eight years of experience as a Licensed Broker in Oregon and Washington, combining her industry expertise with an eye for detail honed through her degree in Commercial Photography. Her career began with one of her proudest accomplishments: relocating to New York straight out of college to work as a photo producer, where she never settled for an entry-level mindset. It is this same tenacity that has helped make her the top producing agent at Living Room Realty in the Vancouver, WA area since 2021. This accomplishment is a testament to her unwavering commitment to client success. Throughout her career, Carrie has had the privilege of assisting over 100 homeowners achieve their real estate goals. What sets Carrie apart as an agent is her empathetic approach, ensuring that every client feels heard and understood throughout the buying or selling process. Carrie has lived in the Pacific Northwest since 2017, though she’s been visiting the area since her teenage years. Beyond her professional life, Carrie finds peace and joy in nature, spending summers by the river and winters in Hawaii. Amidst her successful career, Carrie's greatest joy is her son Jack, who brings boundless love and inspiration to her life. As your agent Carrie will…
  • help get your home (and emotions) ready to sell, then sell your home.
  • find you a new home complete with (fill in the “must have” blank).
  • facilitate the transaction making sure everyone does what they need to do and has what they need to do it.
  • negotiate tenaciously for you.
  • educate you on the daunting, overwhelming, and at times stressful process.
  • remain calm, always.
  • keep you focused on your goals.
  • pay attention to every detail.
  • show up.
  • effectively communicate in the way that works best for you.
  • uphold Living Room Realty’s values and what they mean to her.
"I care about where you live. I care about you home, your street, your neighborhood, your community. All the things that are important to you will be my priority. I look forward to working with you!"
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  • T: 503-953-0850
  • carrie@carriestruss.com

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