Tag: Alameda Ridge

Planning to Sell Your Home in 2023?

Posted on by Living Room Realty

Selling your home does not have to be stressful and overwhelming. Here are a few tips to help you get started on planning ahead ⤵️

🏡 Understand your local housing market. Take some time to connect with an experienced agent who can talk to you about the potential value of your home and help you decipher the comparable sales in your neighborhood. (It’s not all just about square footage or school zone especially when dealing with older homes that have more unique qualities.)

🏡 When you’re ready, hire a listing agent – but not just any agent. Make sure you work with a knowledgeable realtor who knows about your neighborhood and where you’d potentially want to move, but most important someone you can connect with. Your agent will be your advocate and counsel through an emotional and sometimes complicated undertaking of getting your home sold.

🏡 Set up a realistic listing timeframe. This is key! Selling a home is not a fast or overnight process, it does take time. For example, if your goal is to be on the market by April, you will need at least 2-4 weeks of prep time (sometimes more) depending on the condition of your home.

When you’re ready, reach out and I can help you determine a realistic timeframe that fits your needs as well as help coordinate any help you may need to get your house market ready.

 

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Unsure of what to do in a shifting market?

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You’ve heard by now how fast interest rates are rising. From the thick of it, I can tell you that, yes, buyer traffic is slowing down because of it. If you’re a buyer, you may feel like the homes within your new budget are all of a sudden less “desirable”. But I must say, even though we still have extremely tight inventory, about a quarter of the homes I’m seeing on the market are going through a price reduction right now. Take heart! For the savvy buyer, there is still a lot to be gained.⁣
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Remember that interest rates fluctuate, and what we experienced in the last two years was anything but normal. This sharp increase in rates may have you reeling, but overall this will contribute to more stability and predictability to the market we all could use.⁣
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I empathize with you — no one likes a feeling of instability. If interest rates have you doubting your decisions, here are a few ways I can support you. I’m always open for a call, but if you’d like something a little more low-key, you can sign up for my newsletter where my lender partner and I keep you updated with everything you need to know about market movements in order to make an informed decision. Email me and I’ll add you to the list.

Just Listed: Picture Perfect Colonial

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5114 NE WISTARIA DRIVE

Portland, OR 97213

Originally built in 1917, this home stands proudly on one of Northeast Portland’s most notable lots, anchoring a cherished cross street in the community. Perched on the Alameda Ridge, this stately colonial home has been renovated from top to bottom by Butler Redevelopment. With over 4500 square feet, each floor of this home boasts stunning new finishes, coupled with strong design elements from it’s past. As you enter the home through the fluted columns of the front porch, you are greeted by an impressive foyer with views of Northeast Portland and downtown as a backdrop. A circular floor plan allows you to enter the main floor office, pass under the gorgeous stairwell to the kitchen or enter into the grand living room. Filled with natural light, the living room features tall ceilings, refinished hardwoods and an Ann Sacks tiled fireplace. The spacious formal dining room features its own captivating views, direct access to a main level deck, Rejuvenation lighting and a broad shouldered built-in hutch. With a 36″ Wolf range, quartz counters, new custom cabinetry, Cedar and Moss lighting, Ann Sacks tile, a walk-in pantry and adjacent powder room, this kitchen is among the most noteworthy in the neighborhood. Rounding out the floor is a rare main floor master suite with an expansive walk-in closet and stunning remodeled en suite bathroom with Ann Sacks tile, new fixtures and a custom vanity.

As you approach the stairwell of the home, you’ll notice the enchanting millwork, abundance of natural light and sheer scale of the amenities. Spread out over 1200 sqft, the second floor is home to the highly sought after three bedroom two bathroom configuration. Two bedrooms anchor the south end of the floor, each with their own noteworthy views. The SW room has a private deck, while the SE room has a walk-in closet with original built-ins. The second master suite occupies the entire north end of the floor with a walk-in closet, stunning remodeled bathroom and noteworthy 400+ sqft deck with incredible views and a custom fabricated railing. In the additional full bathroom, Butler added a washer/dryer hook up, new vanity and penny round flooring, while carefully working to maintain the field tile. With the massive gable, Butler refinished the third floor with a series of skylights, new windows, a heat pump and new flooring to create a wonderful upstairs family room.

As you head down the stairs beyond the main floor, there is a finished basement featuring a second family room with a fireplace, fourth full bathroom and guest quarters. The family room offers direct access to the deep two car garage, while the main hallway of the basement opens up to the backyard and patio. Butler has painstakingly updated the mechanicals in the home with a high efficiency HVAC system and replacing numerous windows with high end Marvin wood windows. Benjamin Moore paint, Cedar and Moss lighting, Ann Sacks tile throughout and countless updates at every turn make this property an incredible follow up to Butler Redevelopments two record breaking homes in 2018 and 2019. Located just blocks to Sandy shops or a quick shot to Beaumont Village, this noteworthy Portland home is one you won’t want to miss!

OFFERED AT $1,850,000

5 BEDROOM | 4.5 BATH | 4,599 SQFT

Alameda Colonial

Posted on by Cristen Lincoln

Stately Alameda Colonial has been artfully updated to meet modern standards while preserving its original elegance. No detail overlooked, this home delivers a masterful blend of old and new with reimagined period kitchen, custom mudroom, new hardwoods, sunroom, new windows and paint, new baths including luxurious master ensuite. All new mechanics, insulation, built-in speaker system, Nest thermostat. Sunny landscaped corner lot! HES 5

Just Listed: Heart of Beaumont

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3145 NE 40TH AVE

Portland, OR 97212

Built in 1925 this Beaumont English sits proudly on NE 40th just off the Alameda ridge and blocks to Beaumont Village shops. With over 2,400 square feet across three floors this home blends tasteful updates with original period details that reflect the design motives of the time.

The main floor is home to over 1,000 square feet and boasts an open living room and dining room complete with wood burning fireplace, 1920’s millwork and gorgeous oak hardwood floors. A recently remodeled bathroom features beautiful new fixtures, hex and field tile and pedestal sink. The kitchen includes updated white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances highlighted by a 36″ Viking range. Rounding out the main floor are two gracious bedrooms featuring hardwoods, original millwork and direct access to the backyard deck.

The upstairs includes a third bedroom and sitting area with carpet, walk-in closet, updated windows and ample room for storage. Heading back downstairs to the basement you will find a second full bathroom, family room and bonus spaces great for child’s play space, shop or storage.

In addition to the three well appointed floors a rare oversized garage is perfect for the car enthusiast, artist or anyone looking for a potential ADU. Other features include recently updated grounds, a newly painted exterior, newer vinyl windows and a 30 year architectural shingle roof. With an address located within the Alameda catchment area and just blocks to Beaumont Village, this stunning northeast home will capture your heart.

OFFERED AT $599,900

3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATH | 2,425 SQFT
WEBSITE | TAXES: $6,526.62

Pro Tip: Top 3 Portland Neighborhoods For Trick or Treating

Posted on by Aryne + Dulcinea

A big part of the Halloween experience is finding the optimal candy route.

This can be accomplished be achieving the ideal ratio of population density, walkability, low crime rates and high home values. Based on these factors, we’ve evaluated local statistics to compile a guide for the top three Portland neighborhoods for trick or treating.

ALAMEDA RIDGE

Alameda Ridge ranks high on the list of average property sales for neighborhoods in Portland, with homes averaging nearly $710,000 in value. These stately properties are a wonderful location for trick-or-treaters, who are rumored to hand out some top-shelf candies. What the area lacks in population density – and a low walk score of 65– it makes up for in ambiance. Some stretches of this intimate neighborhood decorate to win. Crime is also low compared to metrics citywide, and more than 35% of homeowners have children, making it a great destination for young families.

SELLWOOD

The self-contained nature of Sellwood makes it a wonderful destination for trick-or-treaters. Here, the festive span of Milwaukie Avenue feels like a small town, with some local business happy to participate in Halloween ritual. House here sell for an average of approximately $552,000, and fewer of these homes have children (only 26%), but walkability ranks high with a score of 92. The more commercial nature of the neighborhood does correspond with higher instance of crime, so this neighborhood may be best for families with older children and young teens.

LAURELHURST

One neighborhood that never lacks holiday cheer is Laurelhurst. Known for its iconic Christmas light display on Peacock Lane, Laurelhurst also likes to put on a show for Halloween. The homes in the neighborhood sell for an average of nearly $779,000, so you can expect grand porches and landscaped yards to welcome you along your way. Laurelhurst has the same percentage of homes with families as Sellwood – 26%– but crime rates are much lower and walkability ranks ‘Very Walkable’ with a score of 75.

If you’ve been stumped about what area to explore this Halloween, you can’t go wrong with any of these options. As the top 3 Portland neighborhoods for trick or treating, Alameda Ridge, Sellwood and Laurelhurst won’t disappoint.

 

 

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Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.