Ocean views on almost 0.40 acres! Located in the private neighborhood of Neahkahnie Meadows, known for its exquisite views of the coast. This neighborhood overlooks Manzanita from the mountain. Enjoy close proximity to Manzanita, Oswald West State Park, and Neahkahnie Mountain. Outside the tsunami inundation zone. HOA commons include: paved roads, walking trails and a small pond. Geo report, survey and schematic plans available upon request. To view the full listing, click HERE.
List Price: $259,000
VL ( lot 19) Leaward Way,
Nehalem, OR 97131
.39 Acres
MLS# 19443153
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
3 blocks to the beach! Enjoy beautiful coastal neighborhood views from either the west or east facing upper decks. A large, private backyard with a fire pit and garden shed makes this home a true coastal gem. Cute, simple interior ready for your personal touch makes this two story abode the perfect home for full or part time residence. Two fire places keep it cozy during the winter, while the reversed floor plan allows for plenty of natural light in the upstairs great room and bedrooms. The large downstairs bonus room and bathroom provides room for visiting friends/family.
List Price: $363,000
26325 Geneva Ave,
Nedonna Beach, OR 97136
.17 Acres
MLS# 19070432
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
New build in Classic Street Cottages. Light filled great room with a bedroom and bathroom on the upper level. Large deck on the south side of house to catch the afternoon sun. Additional bedroom with exterior access and bathroom downstairs. Engineered wood and finished concrete floor brings a clean, crisp, coastal feel to the interior. Views of Neahkahnie Mountain from the upstairs bedroom. Close proximity to downtown and to the beach.
List Price: $429,000
2 Bed | 2 Bath
833 SF
364 Jackson Way,
Manzanita, OR 97130
MLS# 18518187
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Newer turn key furnished beach cottage. Situated a few blocks from Nedonna beach, a secluded stretch of Oregon coast off of the tourist radar. Well maintained home with ideal family floor plan & bonus office space off of the kitchen. Granite counters, tiled propane fireplace insert, porcelain tile floor in bathrooms an mudroom. All finishes and trim nicely appointed throughout the home. Hot tub looking out to green space/common area. Seller is a licensed broker in OR.
List Price: $359,000
3 Bed | 3 Bath
1562 SF
26517 Kittiwake Dr,
Nedonna Beach, OR 97136
MLS# 19173946
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller,
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Soulful, sunny bungalow with loads of updates, only blocks from cafes, taquerias & other amenities in the Foster Powell hub. Energy conscious upgrades include vinyl windows, whole home insulation, ductless heat pump system. South-facing dining & living rooms flooded with light. Modern hardwood flooring & era appropriate lighting finish the home beautifully. Fully fenced yard w/covered front & back porches, established beds & garden shed. Vintage style – modern updates – home.
For a Slideshow of all the home’s photos click HERE
Above it all! Enjoy a birds-eye view from this privatized home site. Located at the top of Manzanita and overlooking the beach as well as Neahkahnie Mountain, this lot offers potential paradise views in ever direction. Situated on a quiet neighborhood street, a quick drive or leisurely stroll from downtown Manzanita…
“Named for the beautiful trees that bloom throughout town and the surrounding area, Manzanita is nestled at the base of Neahkahnie Mountain and rests on the Pacific coast. With it’s striking views of the mountains and white sand beaches it’s easy to see not only why residents choose to call this coastal oasis home, but that it’s also the 3rd most scenically photographed place in Oregon. Constructed as a beach resort in 1912 the town has bloomed into a thriving city famous for it’s natural beauty, fresh seafood and dog friendly attitude. Infact, Manzanita residents love their dogs so much that they host an annual Muttzanita celebration every September, inviting dog lovers from all over to participate with their furry friends in a parade and costume contest. Fourth of July is another huge celebration in Manzanita, with a parade through town in the morning followed by a fireworks display at dusk, the town is alive with celebration!” – From our communities page, read more HERE!
LIST PRICE: $169,000
.19 Acres
Ocean Views
VL University Ave,
Manzanita, OR 97130
MLS#18338956
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
I shared the 5 mistakes to avoid before flipping a house with Tra’Renee from Afternoon Live on Friday. Whether you’re a seasoned house flipper or you’re getting ready to restore your first one, you could probably get a good nugget or two from watching my short interview. Check it out here.
Putting in materials and finishes that don’t work
Find out what finishes are being used for houses selling quickly in the area. Use those.
Consider working with a designer or an experience REALTOR® in this area.
Buying a house to flip with no good comparable houses
Flipping a house shouldn’t feel like a guessing game.
Work with a REALTOR® who can show you there are other houses like the one you want to buy that other buyers have bought for the price you need to sell yours for.
Look for evidence of houses selling for a lot more that are in much better condition. Take surrounding houses into consideration
Putting the house up for sale before it’s 100% complete. One chance to make a good first impression.
There are many houses I have walked into with evidence of work not being complete, door knobs falling off. No matter if that is the only doorknob loose in the house, it will BE the representation of that house.
All DIY
Hire professionals to do the professional work.
Taking too long
You had good intentions to flip the house in 2-3 months, and pretty soon that turned into more work than you thought. 9-12 months later you are ready to list.
A market can shift dramatically in 9-12 months. I like to buy a house, restore it, and sell it in the same market
Taking too long also kills personal morale. Keep that moment going.
Interested in more? Learn whether a house makes a good candidate to flip or not to flip here
Bobby Curtis Principle Broker Licensed in Oregon Licensed Contractor CCB# 215071 503-502-3066
Great potential! This extra large ocean view lot offers an exceptional location for those wishing to build their own coastal retreat. Outside the Tsunami inundation zone but less than a 5 minute drive to downtown Manzanita and within walking distance of Oswald West State Park & Neahkahnie Mountain Trails. To view the full listing, click HERE.
List Price: $199,900
VL 7940 Sunset Dr,
Neahkahnie, OR 97131
.49 Acres
MLS# 18520056
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Alder Creek Farm is just one of nine parcels of land in the care of the Lower Nehalem Land Trust, totaling in 265 acres. Established in 2001 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation and restoration of natural lands, the group’s mission is to have “a thriving ecosystem that includes clean water, healthy forests, habitat for diverse species of wildlife, and a strong connection between people and place.” Their main focuses are conservation, stewardship and education. Learn more about the ways in which they protect our local rivers, wetlands, woods, marshes and meadows by visiting the Lower Nehalem Community Trust.
Hiding in plain sight! Over a quarter of an acre, this home site has serious potential. Located just a 5 minute walk to the beach, and twice that to downtown Manzanita, filled with boutiques, tasty treats and live music seasonally. Build your dream beach get away here, an easy exit away from HWY 101 but privatized. Peaceful & perfectly positioned.
List Price: $99,000
VL Nehalem Rd,
Nehalem, OR 97131
MLS# 18094061
.31 Acres
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Home inspections, although time consuming, are an incredibly important part of your due diligence when entering the buying process. A home inspection assures full transparency for you, the buyer, when purchasing. The inspector you choose will help discover if the house has any hidden issues (foundation damage, leaky roofs) and will bring those to your attention so you can get estimates of the cost involved.
Before beginning the home inspection, it is helpful and important for both you and your inspector to read the seller’s property disclosure statement. The statement will point out any flaws the seller knows about that could negatively affect the home’s value or sale. The disclosure may highlight topics such as: Mold, Pests, Roof Leaks, Foundation Damage, etc.
Once you and your inspector have reviewed the seller’s disclosures, your inspector will perform his inspection and then produce a written report, including photos, that detail any issues with the property. From this report you can begin to request repairs from the sellers or discuss how to move forward.
Please feel welcome to reach out and learn more about the home buying process, HERE!
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Remodeled ranch in the heart of St Johns! This corner lot home lives large with three spacious bedrooms, a floor plan with flow & refinished hardwoods throughout. The modern kitchen features new stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. The kitchen opens to the inviting living and dining room with plenty of space to entertain. Large renovated full bath with a double sink vanity & new tile surround. The attached extra deep garage on main allows for plenty of storage. Fenced in side yard and large lawn exemplifies space for BBQing, sunbathing, and summer hangs! New updates include gas furnace, h2o heater, roof & gutters, windows, siding, electrical wiring & panel, plumbing, sewer line & more.
St. Johns, a coffee branch of Portland. Mostly within a block of each other, you’ll find at least 5 coffee shops. If you’re looking for coffee and gelato, look no further than Affogato! Their homemade gelato goes hand in hand with their Equator Coffee brew. Stop by Mama San Soul Shack for a twist on Asian soul food. Or for a really authentic experience, walk through the bakery to get to some delicious tacos at Tienda Santa Cruz. Their $1.50 tacos and $4 dollar burritos are very hard to beat. Take your meal to go and walk down to Cathedral Park for a beautiful view of Cathedral Bridge. And don’t forget to stop by the Sunday Farmer’s Market for all your local favorites!
OCEAN VIEWS from this .49 acres property on a bluff! Located in Neahkahnie Meadows neighborhood, this lot offers exceptional coastline views. Short driving distance to Oswald west state park, Manzanita beach. Walk across 101 to hike Neahkahnie Mountain. Out of Tsunami inundation zone.The heavy lifting has already been done for you – schematic landscape design, construction plans and elevations are complete & ready to be put into action!
1025 NW Couch St, Portland, OR 97209 | OFFERED AT $449,900
MLS# 19588538 | 1 BED | 1 BATH | 736 SQ. FT. | HOA: $420/mo
The Henry is a luxury high-rise with the condominiums featuring hardwood floors, gourmet kitchens and huge windows allowing great natural light. All this in a perfect location, just steps to the streetcar, Powell’s books, and downtown Whole Foods. Included is a deeded parking space.
Currently, this condo could be used as a rental or an owner occupant.
The clients we’ve taken to the Henry tell us they loved the great views, natural light and excellent location.
Ross Chapin designed, Coast inspired! Beautiful modern cottage. Open floor plans and vaulted ceilings fill the space with natural light. Private neighborhood. Personal deck off of master bed. Custom finishes. Thoughtfully landscaped. Walking distance to downtown Manzanita & the beach! Neighborhood Commons include: communal green space, walking paths, and BBQ gazebo.
This Duplex offers a laid back vibe and is located less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Simple yet satisfactory. The privatized backyard backs up to wetlands, full of beautiful wildlife and northwest vegetation. A one car garage on either side offers protection & dry storage from the coastal elements year round. Less than a 5 minute drive or a leisurely stroll along the beach will land you downtown Manzanita, filled with galleries, boutiques and local fare.
List Price: $479,000
9005 Nehalem Rd,
Neahkanie, OR 97131
MLS# 18618453
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Step into this enchanting home on a quiet street in close-in Creston-Kenilworth. Bright and cheerful, the plentiful windows throughout fill the home with natural light. Enjoy the delightful mid-century details in the comfortable living space including a floor to ceiling stone fireplace and original hardwood floors. The open, classic kitchen is just waiting for your personal touches and the spacious basement is full of potential. Host BBQs and lawn parties all summer long in the large backyard with covered patio. Stroll through the lush greenery of Creston Park and enjoy nearby restaurants, movie theater, and grocery stores in this wonderful neighborhood.
Have some money saved? Feel like your ready to take the leap and become a first time home owner? You should, its a big and exciting step. But buyer beware its not all rainbows and moonbeams. Working with Karin and Mike to look for their first home was an honor. They looked at about 10 homes and both knew the adorable bungalow with the huge yard in University Park was for them. Lots of light, fireplace, location, yard for Tumbles and room for improvements, checked all the boxes.
Then the home inspection and sewer scope came back with some issues – which is pretty standard in 100 year old PDX homes. Karin and Mike were not deterred however and decided to move forward, although a bit of the shine may have worn off. We had some tough negotiations with the sellers that pushed all of us to the edge, but we wanted this to work. Yes Karin and Mike had highs and lows through this process, each of them came close to tossing in the towel. They stuck with it and both sides had to give up a few things but in the end Karin and Mike have the first home of their dreams. They have some major projects to look forward to as first time buyers and they are ready. Most importantly Tumbles the dog has the yard he deserves and Karin and Mike can finally host Thanksgiving dinner next year!
Being a first time home buyer is an exciting experience, but buyer beware you may have some lows along the way. However with a good team behind you – Broker, Lender, Escrow they will make your journey as smooth as possible. I love working with first time buyers and helping navigate the ups and downs. Looking for your first home, I’d love to help.
Newer turn key beach cottage. Situated a few blocks from Nedonna beach, a secluded stretch of Oregon coast off of the tourist radar. Well maintained home with ideal family floor plan & bonus office space off of the kitchen. Quartz counters, tiled propane fireplace insert, porcelain tile floor in bathrooms an mudroom. All finishes and trim nicely appointed throughout the home. Backyard hot tub overlooking greenspace!
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
List Price: $359,000
26517 Kittiwake Dr,
Rockaway Beach, OR 97136
Square Feet: 1,562
MLS #19173946
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Sold! Congratulations to our seller and we’re happy to announce we brought the buyer on this listing as well. Designed by renowned architect, Ross Chapin, this cottage is located in the Classic Street Cottages, a new coast pocket neighborhood.
Highlights include: Large corner lot (.09 acres) that is privatize with a side patio + a covered southwest facing porch. Open floor plan and vaulted ceilings make this beauty feel twice it’s size! Beautiful custom finishes throughout. Ample storage in the bedroom keeps your living space free of clutter. Double oven, ductless mini split, phantom door screens and LG W/D. Walking distance to downtown Manzanita, 10 blocks from the beach.
If you’d like to learn more about the community of Manzanita click HERE.
List Price: $329,900
Sale Price: $319,000
Dorcas Ln,
Manzanita, OR 97130
1 Bed | 1 Bath
.09 Acres
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Kitchens can be complicated. Some are ready to roll, others need a little love and sometimes a lot of vision to reach their full potential. Luckily there are many ways to create character in your space. Adding a breakfast bar to your home offers up a multitude of uses to your kitchen experience. Below we’ve listed a few reasons and benefits!
1. Connect Your Spaces – A BB is the middle man between your kitchen and the next room. Adding one ensures an open floor plan and you’ll never feel left out of conversation or activities going on in the next room.
2. Additional Dining Area – Adding a BB creates more room to eat when family and friends outnumber seats at the dinner table.
3. Prep Station – When you aren’t using it for a place to eat, the extra counter space is the perfect spot to set up prep shop, especially in L shaped or smaller kitchens.
4. Cocktails Anyone? – Lastly, turn the BB into a CB and utilize the space as a cocktail bar or buffet. Everyone loves snacks.
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Kathryn and Jeff have always dreamt of putting down roots along the Oregon coast and finding the perfect beach home to raise their young family. As past clients of mine, I was aware of their deep connection to the ocean and rivers, that surround Manzanita and the Nehalem Valley and knew finding a home immersed in these would be key.
This dream became a reality when we found them the perfect older home, located in the foothills of Neahkahnie Mountain. Situated on a large .30 acre lot with beautiful ocean views, matured fruit trees and southern exposure. The home itself is a two level ranch style, with incredible coastal views and open floor plans, offering a laid back and classic Manzanita vibe.
Congratulations, Jeff & Kathryn!
To learn more about the community of Manzanita, visit our Community Page.
List Price: $579,000
Sale Price: $552,000
4 Bed | 2 Bath
1,952 SF
Pirates Way,
Nehalem, OR 97131
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Front row and center, this lot rests on almost half an acre of unobstructed ocean views! Enjoy captivating sunsets & coastal splendor without ever having to leave your home. Located at the southern entrance of serene Oceanside, enjoy quick access & views of Netart’s Bay and the Pacific Ocean, while remaining a close walk away from downtown. Matured vegetation offers privacy towards surrounding neighbors, while inspiring space to build.
List Price: $90,000
MLS # 18695658
.40 Acres
Ocean View
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
As of the end of 2018, all National Flood Insurance Policy insurers have been told to resume normal operations and consider the program to have been operational without interruption, since the original shut down date of Dec. 21st, 2018.
The decision to not issue new policies could have impacted up to 40,000 home sales each month, estimates the National Association of REALTORS®. All in all the program insures almost 5 million homes and businesses. To learn more about this story, visit the National Association of REALTORS® home page!
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
This fresh Rocky Butte four bedroom home has a 2-level layout with excellent spaces; 2 bedrooms upstairs & 2 on the main. Remodeled bathroom & kitchen/dining area that opens to an epic, oversized lot with mature landscaping. Great finishes throughout with original hardwoods, mouldings & modern charm. Updates include fresh paint, carpet, electrical & tile work, huge covered patio & fenced back yard.
Click HERE for a photo slideshow of this property.
Time was of the essence when Andrew called, he found his jewel of a house and wanted to submit an offer promptly. I was in route headed home from our family vacation from Costa Rica to Portland, OR with two layovers and having to be in air for 8 hours. I knew I’d have to find the most efficient and focused time to draft a precise offer while floating in the clouds. So, our offer commenced 36,000 ft in the air on United Airlines.
The last time Andrew had called me to submit an offer on the home he and his twin Alex bought 3 years ago, my beautiful wife was in labor with our beautiful daughter Sadé Bloom.It’s always such a fun adventure working with them.
I originally met Andrew with his twin brother Alex 3 years ago during an open house at one of our listings; I had long flowing dreadlocks at the time. Immediately after connecting with them, I recognized what special geniuses they were. Andrew is astute with his numbers and Alex is Carlos Santana when he plays his guitar.
Back in 2016 the market was much different, we were deep into a seller’s market, we competed against multiple offers on several homes before we finally landed the perfect home for them at that time. This time around, Andrew set out this voyage on his own and after careful preparation, when the right home revealed itself we got into contract right away.
I am so excited for your new adventure Andrew & April! Cheers to your new home sweet home.
Room for the whole family! Less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Vaulted ceilings and skylights throughout the upstairs add an abundance of natural light to the open floor plans. Master bedroom offers a Jacuzzi tub and big walk in closet. 2nd level deck overlooks privatized and landscaped large backyard, perfect for outdoor dinners on warm summer nights. Large 2 car attached garage, never unload your groceries in the rain! Mud room. Internal working elevator. This home has it all.
List Price: $469,000
8405 Nehalem Rd,
Nehalem, OR 97130
2,640 SF
beds 4 | baths 3
MLS# 18312109
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Cleared and ready to build, this beautiful elevated corner lot is located in a peaceful neighborhood tucked away at the northern entrance of Wheeler, Oregon. Offering panoramic views of Neahkahnie Mountain and Nehalem Bay to the west and Zimmerman creek to the south, this is one peaceful home site!
Wheeler, like many of the small coastal communities in Oregon has begun to expand and grow slowly but surely and now offers some of the best meals and adventures around. This community has a strong connection to the water and spends most of it’s time, fishing, kayaking, crabbing and exploring it’s surrounding bays, rivers and ocean. It’s balance of natural beauty mixed with it’s spirited locals make for an incredible place to live.
Research shows that working at a desk all day can have lasting negative affects on your health, unless you are breaking up the time with regular exercise and stretching. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite stretches below to help put you in a good mood, increase flexibility in stiff muscles and boost circulation!
1. Neck Rolls – Relax and lean your head forward. Slowly roll head in a circle one side for 10 seconds. Repeat on other side. Do this three times in each direction.
2. Shoulder Rolls – Raise both shoulders up toward ears, then slowly roll them backward. Repeat, rolling forward. Do this three times in both directions.
3. Upper Back Stretch – Hold your arms out straight in front of you, palms facing down. Lower your head in line with your arms, and round the upper back while looking down toward the floor. Hold for 2 to 3 deep breaths.
4. Torso Stretch – Seated or standing, lace the fingers together and stretch them up towards the ceiling. Take a deep breath as you stretch up as high as you can, then exhale and open the arms, sweeping them back down. Repeat for 8-10 reps.
5. Seated Hip Stretch – While seated, cross the right ankle over the left knee and sit up nice and tall. Gently lean forward, keeping the back straight and reaching out with the torso until you feel a stretch in the right glute and hip. Press down on the right knee to deepen the stretch. Hold for 10-30 seconds and repeat on the other side.
We hope these exercises help you as much as they help us! If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
One of the questions I get asked most often as is “When should I sell my house?” Not surprisingly, there are many factors that can play into this. Market conditions like inventory and interest rates (for buyers) will often factor into the decision, time of year, and also personal motivation. Most clients wants to get the most for their house and they want to feel good about the transaction. But who can really tell when the right time is? Over the years I’ve come to learn there really is one right time to sell, and that’s when you’ve chosen to be ready.
I first met Camille and Dirk the summer of 2017 when they contacted me about selling their house on SE 55th and Harney. They owned two lots that totaled about half an acre, home to pretty forest-like views, a sizeable barn/shed, fruiting trees, the occasional nocturnal bird of prey and one sweet sprawling ranch. They wanted to know what they needed to do to their house in order to get it sold. They also had a few personal goals before selling it. In 2017, it turned out it just wasn’t time for them yet. After several months and one or two more false starts, Camille and Dirk reached out again this summer and were ready to go. They decided to sell both lots together, we worked together to get the house ready, and honed in on the right price. After a couple of weeks on the market and one or two counter offers, they got a price they were happy with and didn’t need to make any repairs before selling. Most people think of the physical preparation needed for selling there house. Know that doing the mental prep can be just as valuable. Selling your home and moving can be right up there with changing jobs or ending a relationship as one of life’s most stressful events.
Do your homework, plan your move, hire a great real estate agent who will get you the most money, best terms, and the accepted offer that is most likely to close. Your agent will guide you through the transaction with confidence and professionalism. When you’ve chosen to be ready to make a move is the right time to make a move.
Above it all! Enjoy a birds-eye view from this privatized home site. Located at the top of Manzanita and overlooking the beach as well as Neahkahnie Mountain, this lot offers potential paradise views in ever direction. Situated on a quiet neighborhood street, a quick drive or leisurely stroll from downtown Manzanita.
LIST PRICE: $169,000
.19 Acres
Ocean Views
VL University Ave,
Manzanita, OR 97130
MLS#18338956
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Last fall I helped out some fantastic buyers, Rachel and GT and their little kiddo buy their first home in Portland after having recently relocated here from New York City. They love living here and Rachel’s mom Carolyn lives in Seattle and has been a frequent visitor. This past summer Carolyn decided to sell her home of 47 years in the Seattle area and buy a house here in Portland so she can see her grandson as often as she likes. Once Carolyn made the decision to move here, Rachel and GT put her in touch with me, and off we went.
Rachel and GT live in a classic 1920’s bungalow in North Portland, and Carolyn initially thought she wanted to live within a 5 block radius of Rachel and GT. Within the first week of looking, we found an absolutely charming to the hilt early 1900’s Victorian cottage 4 blocks away from Rachel and GT. Carolyn put an offer on it, beat out 12 other buyers and looked forward to living so close to her kids. And then came the inspection. For a house nearly 115 years old, it was in great shape, but the house was 115 years old. After some soul searching, Carolyn decided that as much as she loved that house and the idea of being so close to her kids, when rubber met the road, she decided that she didn’t want to deal with old house stuff and she wanted to live surrounded by others in a condominium community.
A few months after that, Carolyn contacted me again because she had read an article in Alaska Airlines magazine of all places about the Pearl District’s newest condo building, the Vista North Pearl. The building was nearing completion and after reading about it, the idea of it really struck a chord with Carolyn. It really isn’t that far from the Pearl District to Rachel and GT’s North Portland house, and by living in a condo she would be surrounded by people she can build community with as well as being able to walk out the door and be in the middle of all the vibrancy of the Pearl. We made an appointment to tour the building and see a unit she was particularly interested in. Once we saw the unit, it took all of two seconds for Carolyn to decide that buying a condo in the Vista Pearl North was the plan. The condo unit she chose looks out onto the west hills with side views of the Fremont bridge and the Willamette River. Unique to this condo building is that on the units that have outdoor decks, these decks are some of the largest in the Pearl. Carolyn just closed on her unit, and though she won’t officially move into it for a few months while she ready’s her home in Seattle for sale, once she does make the final move I know she is going to love living here.
When Jeff and Bobbi began searching for a home along the coast, it was the panoramic ocean views and peaceful community feel that drew them towards The Highlands of Gearhart. I knew they would enjoy the small downtown, bike friendly streets and leisurely pace of life. When we viewed this home, it was clear with it’s incredible views of Tillamook Head and The Lighthouse along with the astounding floor plan, it was the one.
Natural light permeates the 5,000 square foot home, creating beautiful vibes all year long. With three master suites, a grand family room and the custom designed beyond-dream-kitchen, I knew it would fit all of their needs and wants. The home is located in a private neighborhood next to the Highlands Golf Club where residents have ownership of the tennis courts.
List Price: $1,295,000
Sale Price: $1,175,000
3 Bed | 4.5 Bath
5,203 SF
5180 High Ridge Rd,
Gearhart, OR 97138
MLS# 18560114
If you would like to learn more about the community of Gearhart or homes that may be available, please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
At midnight on December 21st, 2018, there was a partial government shut down, due to lawmakers failing to pass short-term budget legislation. The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has been in consistent communication with congress and it’s leaders who are working with the White House, in order to clearly communicate the importance and critical need to keep these programs running smoothly in communities that depend on them so greatly.
Now the question: How does this change affect real estate businesses and our clients involved in transactions? It can affect it in three different ways…
The first, you could face delays when attempting to attain tax information from the IRS. Should the need arise, transactions could face delays due to offices being shorthanded from employment cuts of non-essential employees.
Secondly, Flood insurance. At midnight December 21, 2018, The National Flood Insurance Policies’s authority to sell or renew flood insurance policies expired. Existing National Flood Insurance Policies will remain in effect until they expire but new ones will remain inaccessible until the shut down is halted.
Finally, FHA programs could face delays due to furlough’s of non-essential employees in their departments as well, which could lead to loan delays. Mortgages backed by secondary mortgage companies Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac will not be affected, nor will the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
New build in Classic Street Cottages. Light filled great room with a bedroom and bathroom on the upper level. Large deck on the south side of house to catch the afternoon sun. Additional bedroom with exterior access and bathroom downstairs. Engineered wood and finished concrete floor brings a clean, crisp, coastal feel to the interior. Views of Neahkahnie Mountain from the upstairs bedroom. Close proximity to downtown and to the beach.
List Price: $429,000
2 Bed | 2 Bath
833 SF
364 Jackson Way,
Manzanita, OR 97130
MLS# 18518187
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Portland is Burger town. Burgers come in as many styles and configurations, and the debates over best burgers can be almost as intense as Chicago style versus New York pizza.
We are home to many worthy burgers at many different price points. From Little Big Burgers (sadly the quality has gone downhill since purchased by Hooters) small but adequate $4.00 dollar burger, to Le Pigeon’s, formally rationed to only five a night $17.00 (don’t expect fries with that) masterpiece. But the average price to pay for a better quality burger and fries in a restaurant you might actually like to hang out in for a while seems to be $14-$15. Most of which, in my opinion are just OK and many of which are boring beyond belief, served with purveyor supplied fries and Heinz catsup. (People, there are amazing ketchups made RIGHT HERE in Portland)
But somewhere, lost in a sea of mediocre $15.00 burgers lives the most succulent, perfectly cooked, ideally seasoned 1/3 pound of beef goodness at Redwood. For ONLY $12.00. Served on a Brioche bun, topped with white cheddar (why don’t more people get this?) with a house made pickle and perfectly cooked home cut fries.
Do yourself a favor and go NOW to eat the best $15 burger in Portland for just $12.00!
When my buyers Kelley and Satomi first contacted me in early November the panic in their voices was palpable. A couple of weeks before they had unexpectedly been given a 90 day no-cause eviction notice from the home they had been renting in the Alberta area. Once the initial shock of receiving that notice wore off, they decided to see if they could make the move from being renters at the mercy of landlords to homeowners, despite the fact that they hadn’t planned on buying a home anytime soon and didn’t have a lot in savings to be able to make that happen. In the couple of weeks since their no-cause eviction notice, they were able to get themselves a pre-approval letter from Umpqua Bank using the Oregon Bond rate advantage loan at 3.65% in combination with a second loan (called a MAP- mortgage assistance program) through the Portland Housing Center. I met them on a Saturday, and along with their 3 year old daughter we looked at a few homes on Sunday including a nice skinny house in Mill Park. By Sunday evening they decided to write an offer on the Mill Park skinny which was at the very tippy top of what they were approved for, but given their family’s needs, the 3 bedroom and 2 1/2 bath the home was listed at a price almost too good to be true for them. On Monday, we wrote up a full priced offer, and by Tuesday, the sellers accepted. Phew.
Once the sellers accepted their offer on Tuesday, I immediately sent over their sales agreement to lender extraordinaire Jennifer Leon at Umpqua, and she contacted Oregon bond to lock in their 3.65% rate. First thing Wednesday morning we received an email from Jennifer letting us know that the rate on the Oregon Bond had gone up 1/2 point over night, but fear not because Kelley and Satomi were locked in at that 3.65% rate. Given that rates have risen nearly a point over the last year, the days of the below 4% rates are most likely over and won’t go back under that 4% in our lifetime. So not only did my buyers slip in just under the wire, they were the very last buyers to be able to use that rate with Oregon bond. There were so many ways that this whole situation could have transpired so very differently. Had their offer been accepted only a day later, the rise in the interest rate would have put their home out of reach. Had they not found a great home in a great area that was priced incredibly well, they would have been scrambling to find a decent home under $300k. Had the inspection gone south, they would have been thrown back into the mercy of the home price winds. But thankfully, everything went according to the best laid plan. And when the appraisal came back nearly than 8% higher than the purchase price (I can’t recall ever seeing that happen before) it was yet another sign that the stars had aligned for Kelley and Satomi.
The C-word is showing up in more real estate conversations lately. Well actually a few c-words: Cooling. Creative. CONTINGENT.
Yes, the hot seller’s market is now cooler. Higher interest rates and feelings of market uncertainty have contributed to a slower real estate market, and it’s time to adjust expectations. Buyers have the luxury of getting a little more creative with their offers, like including contingencies, and sellers may find themselves needing to be just as creative when marketing their properties. Let’s look at this from a couple of perspectives.
Sellers: Time to start getting creative. We’re moving into a more balanced market. There are more houses for sale, which means buyers have more choices and they feel they have more time to find the perfect match. The days of selling your house for cash in 24 hours with 10 offers are gone for now.
Make sure you’re working with an experienced agent who knows your neighborhood, and can offer an educated perspetive on what to expect in the coming months. This will help appropriately price and market your house, and it will sell more quickly. If you get one, consider looking at those contingent offers. Keep in mind many of those buyers are also motivated sellers themselves. Have your agent find out if the buyers want to buy your house as much as you want to sell it, first. If you go this route, have some patience. To get the highest price and best terms in this scenario, you’ll likely need to wait it out a couple of months for them to sell their house first.
Buyers: You can get creative too! Need to sell your house before buying? Include that contingency in your offer or ask for an extended close period. Even ask for what you want, what you really, really want. Maybe after seeing many houses you’ve found your 95% dream home. Consider asking the seller to make some concessions so you can afford to make those improvements right away, or even ask if they’ll make those improvements before it closes. It can’t hurt to ask, especially if your offer is the only one on the table.
This scenario played out on a house I sold last week. The buyers found their almost perfect home that these sellers had just remodeled. But, it was missing a few things (or rooms) to work well for their family. What sealed the deal? The extra bathroom and finished living space the buyers asked to be constructed in the the basement prior to close. Not only did the sellers come through on their wish list, this sale was contingent on the buyers house selling, too. Are you still following? So why would these sellers do that? First, they remodel houses for a living so it was in their wheelhouse. Second, the buyers were willing to hand their earnest money over to the sellers before closing so they could make these personalized updates for them. Cool clients, contingent closings, creative considerations. All c-words on this one.
The market is changing. If you’re actively in it, you know that. Selling right now? Work with your agent to ensure you’re competitive and make sure they’re working creatively to get your house sold. If you’re buying, don’t pass up that 95% dream home. Just ask for what you want. The sellers will be glad you put a thoughtful offer together.
Bobby Curtis Principal Broker Licensed in Oregon Licensed Contractor CCB# 215071 503-502-3066
This Duplex offers a laid back vibe and is located less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Simple yet satisfactory. The privatized backyard backs up to wetlands, full of beautiful wildlife and northwest vegetation. A one car garage on either side offers protection & dry storage from the coastal elements year round. Less than a 5 minute drive or a leisurely stroll along the beach will land you downtown Manzanita, filled with galleries, boutiques and local fare.
List Price: $479,000
9005 Nehalem Rd,
Neahkanie, OR 97131
MLS# 18618453
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Ross Chapin designed, Coast inspired! Beautiful modern cottage. Open floor plans fill the space with natural light. Private neighborhood. Personal deck off of master bed. Custom finishes. Thoughtfully landscaped. Walking distance to downtown Manzanita & the beach! Neighborhood Commons include: communal green space, walking paths, and BBQ gazebo.
Our beautiful friends Carla and Andy told Jason and I that their cousins were needing to move to Oregon. They swung by both open houses that Jason and I were separately holding to introduce us to the wonderful Lorenzo, Teresa, and their beautiful children.
I received a text 3 weeks later with the great news that Lorenzo had a new job assignment in Portland, and they needed to quickly make the jump to settle in in Oregon. They were in the process of selling their home back in California so it would have to be a contingent sale. We prepped them for the potential hurdles we would have to face with a contingent offer so they were armed with knowledge before diving head first.
They flew in a week later and we lined up 5 homes that we felt fit their criteria. I warned them that it might all feel like a blur at the end of the tour; so we needed to keep detailed notes on each home. Home #2 stuck out from the very minute Lorenzo and Teresa stepped foot in it. By home #4, Teresa had a feeling that we needed to revisit #2 to solidify her gut reaction that this was home. We gave the listing agent the good news that we wanted a second viewing in the same day. After our second viewing Lorenzo started to see the draw of why Teresa felt like home #2 was home.
After Lorenzo and Teresa thought everything over, they gave us the go ahead, and we put together a strong case for why the sellers should accept their contingent offer. For extra support their lender, Dion Mancia with Caliber Home Loans, was amazing and called the listing agent to vouch for them as solid buyers. By the end of the day we were giving Lorenzo and Teresa the good news that we had mutual acceptance!
This transaction stood out to us particularly because of the excellent teamwork and communication of all those representing Teresa and Lorenzo. Their agent back in California, Naz Fontilea w/ Century 21, was fantastic and kept us up to date on the sale of their home so that we could organize our closing in Oregon. The escrow officers from Old Republic in California helped facilitate wiring funds from their sale to ours in Oregon. Jennifer Fahner with Old Republic Title and her team were amazing and worked together to sign Lorenzo and Teresa as soon as they received loan documents.
Our collective goal was to alleviate as much stress from Teresa and Lorenzo as possible so that they could focus on their end prize of moving to Oregon. Working on 2 closings simultaneously is no easy task, and Teresa and Lorenzo handled it like champions.
In a little over one month Lorenzo and Teresa moved their lives from California to Oregon, and we are so excited to have them here. We look forward to all the memories that they will create in their beautiful new home.
Cheers to Teresa, Lorenzo and the whole family! Welcome home!
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A truly exceptional NW regional style mid-century modern home. Designed by the original owner and architect Stephen Mayer inspired by the Usonian designs of Frank Lloyd Wright. This light filled home has large custom windows in the front and floor to ceiling windows in the back that overlook the backyard patio with well curated landscaping. A spectacular time capsule of unique innovative mid-century design built with local materials hand picked by the original owners. Striking details found throughout including a central fireplace with a cantilevered concrete hearth, vertical grain fir wood paneling, skylights, floating shelves, and original light fixtures. Close to Fernhill Park, the 42nd Ave restaurant row and New Seasons.
Take it all in! The amazing view of the West Hills, the outstanding central NW District neighborhood, and an incredible top floor location. Delight in the straightforward layout with an efficient use of space and roomy balcony you’ll enjoy all summer long. Accessible to MAX, street car, and trendy shopping and restaurants on NW 21st, NW 23rd and Pearl District. Attractive wood floors plus a spacious kitchen with breakfast bar and full size stainless steel appliances that make cooking a breeze. The bedroom has ample storage with a large walk-in closet. Lovely extras like bike storage, pets allowed and no rental cap push this enchanting unit over the top.
Front row and center, this lot rests on almost half an acre of unobstructed ocean views! Enjoy captivating sunsets & coastal splendor without ever having to leave your home. Located at the southern entrance of serene Oceanside, enjoy quick access & views of Netart’s Bay and the Pacific Ocean, while remaining a close walk away from downtown. Matured vegetation offers privacy towards surrounding neighbors, while inspiring space to build.
List Price: $90,000
MLS # 18695658
.40 Acres
Ocean View
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Hiding in plain sight! Over a quarter of an acre, this home site has serious potential. Located just a 5 minute walk to the beach, and twice that to downtown, filled with boutiques, tasty treats and live music seasonally. Build your dream beach get away here, an easy exit away from HWY 101 but privatized. Peaceful & perfectly positioned.
List Price: $99,000
VL Nehalem Rd,
Neahkahnie, OR 97131
MLS# 18094061
.31 Acres
“Manzanita has a relaxed feel to it’s beautifully well kept neighborhoods. In the southern end of town, residents enjoy easy access to the Nehalem Bay State Park with 1.8 miles of paved trails running through beautiful pines along the bay. Whereas a local living centrally in Manzanita, would appreciate easy walking distance to downtown and the ocean beach. This happy little beach town has just enough bustle to keep you connected to the community, while giving residents the space to enjoy a quiet lifestyle.” to learn more about the community of Manzanita, click HERE.
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Some might say I’m a little rough on the eyes but I’m strong on the inside and have a lot to offer. Bring your contractor or tools and help me with my makeover, I have some lovely features that need to be brought out! Often I dream of refinished floors, fresh paint and beautiful tile? You too?!? This might be the perfect match! I have a new roof so I can keep you dry and when we’re all done with the makeover I look forward to welcoming you like a big warm hug at the end of the cold winter days.
I share a beautiful lot with mature evergreen trees and am close to parks and schools. I don’t mean to be provocative when I say I’m easy to get to, but really I am. I’m only 8 minutes from downtown Sellwood and only 5 minutes from downtown Milwaukie!
Room for the whole family! Less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Vaulted ceilings and skylights throughout the upstairs add an abundance of natural light to the open floor plans. Master bedroom offers a Jacuzzi tub and big walk in closet. 2nd level deck overlooks privatized and landscaped backyard. Large 2 car attached garage. Internal elevator! To see more photos of the listing, click HERE.
List Price: $469,000
8405 Nehalem Rd,
Manzanita, OR 97130
2,640 SF
beds 4 | baths 3
MLS# 18312109
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Above it all, located at the top of Manzanita and overlooking the beach as well as Neahkahnie Mountain, this lot offers potential paradise views in ever direction. Situated on a quiet neighborhood street, a quick drive or leisurely stroll from downtown Manzanita.
LIST PRICE: $169,000
.19 Acres
Ocean Views
VL University Ave,
Manzanita, OR 97130
MLS#18338956
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
OCEAN VIEW! Enjoy views of Neahkahnie Mountain and the ocean. Located less thank a block to the beach. Adorable kitchen & breakfast bar. Thoughtfully crafted woodwork. Wood burning fire place adds the perfect ambiance against the exposed wood beam ceilings. In addition to the cozy upstairs bedroom there are two bedrooms downstairs. The large second level wrap around deck & spacious private backyard is perfect for family gatherings. This prime location enables easy walks to and from downtown Manzanita, Manzanita Links Golf Course, surf & sand.
List Price: $529,000
10 Hallie Lane,
Manzanita, OR 97130
2 bed | 1.5 bath
SF 1,008
MLS # 18449092
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Ever think about building your own home? Andrew and Courtney were looking for privacy on the Oregon Coast and when we found this great .67 acre lot bordered by State land that could not be developed. It is like a private enchanted forest with neighboring homes at least a half acre in the distance. The Cove Beach/Falcon Cove area feels so remote even though you are just 5 miles to Manzanita and 3 miles or so from Cannon Beach where you can find great restaurants and shops. Once we found the lot they jumped in to conduct due diligence and met with a builder and research the utility connections. Now I am very excited to see where the project goes. I am betting a beautiful modern box home with high ceilings, stone fireplace and great private outdoor decks to sit upon and enjoy the nature. In that neighborhood, I am sure deer, elk, eagles and other forest creatures will use their backyard as a playground. Congratulations to Andrew and Courtney for making the leap to build their own coastal retreat. Dave Leach, Broker Living Room Realty 503-704-0946.
I’ve known Kris and Natalie for a long time and understand what they want out of a home. When they began to seriously search for a new family home for them and their growing boys, I thought of a new construction build on Mulligan Dr, overlooking the Manzanita Golf Course, that had just come on the market.
When I first viewed the home, I knew it was the one for them. With the gorgeous second level master bed & bath, open floor plans and high ceilings downstairs, the home offers plenty of space for hosting family gatherings and creating memories. The beautiful & private backyard with a patio and fire pit would be perfect for dry evenings spent outside roasting s’mores. The extra large driveway with poured concrete would make a great basketball court for the boys to play on. Close proximity to downtown but located on a quiet neighborhood street, it’s truly the best of all worlds. Congratulations, to our newest buyers!
List Price: $640,000
Sale Price: $629,147
Mulligan Dr, Manzanita
OR 97130
Beds 4 | Baths 2.1
2,157 SF
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
For every type of rain we have here at the coast, there’s an equal number of rainy day activities to keep all the members of your group entertained. Working our way from Tillamook, north up to Cannon Beach, here’s just a few adventure ideas for when the sun is hiding!
1. The Tillamook Air Museum was opened in 1942 and is located in a former US Navy Blimp hanger, called “Hanger B”. The museum offers visitors a chance to observe beautiful vintage air crafts as well as vehicles that have been preserved either by tour or by your own leisure. It also hosts a kids corner. The hanger received notoriety around the globe for it’s title as the largest clear-span wooden structure in the world. It’s impressive size and unique architecture along the Nehalem Valley floor draws thousands of visitors every year.
2. Go Antiquing! Wheeler & Nehalem host a multitude of fun vintage shops to explore while strolling along the Nehalem River & Bay. There’s nothing like finding a rare treasure tucked away in an unassuming little town to bring back home. It’s a wonderful way to get to know the culture of the area as well. Check out Wheeler Station Antiques and the Vintage Unicorn in Nehalem!
3. Explore and enjoy The Nehalem Beehive. This beautiful local shop is 1 part retail and 1 part cozy cafe. Peruse well crafted gifts, lotions, art and wares on the retail side and then wander into the next room and you’ll find yourself surrounded by cozy reading nooks, table spaces and the ultimate relaxation zone. They offer Kombucha on tap, freshly made soups, wraps and more for lunch. During dryer weather, take a book outside and enjoy the courtyard or front porch.
4. Explore The Hoffman Center for Arts! Located in downtown Manzanita, this space offers a variety of workshops and classes with a focus on ceramics, writing, film, performance arts and more. Visit on a Thursday or Saturday to use the Open Ceramic Studio and immerse yourself!
5. Cannon Beach has always been famous for it’s abundance of art shops & galleries. Starting in “mid-town” we recommend checking out Found, a vintage & local art shop, then working your way north along Hemlock St into the downtown area. The Archimedes Gallery is one of our new favorites in town and you won’t want to miss out on the classic & timeless coastal vibes of the Jeffrey Hull Gallery.
6. Go for a hike in the rain! Wetter weather means less foot traffic on trails, take advantage of these days by throwing on a couple extra layers and exploring the wild Oregon coast. If you want to keep it on the mild side, head to Nehalem Bay State Park and walk or bike the paved trails that hug the water & woods. If you’re feeling adventurous, try Saddle Mountain. This hike isn’t for the faint of heart but the views & reward are well worth it. Plus, depending on the time of year, you might even find some snow!
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
This charming 1930’s Cottage was a fun to sell and classic Manzanita Real Estate! What was there not to like? You were two blocks from the center of Manzanita Village and a half a block to the Pacific Ocean. The location was fantastic and while it was a 1930’s Cottage, it had great updates to wiring, foundation, kitchen, roof, etc. so it was move in ready. While I love ocean front homes, being back from the beach 4 or 5 houses has it advantages when it comes to wind, rain and home maintenance. At this location you still get to see the ocean, smell and hear the waves crashing, but your shingle siding does not take that ocean front beating from wind and rain. Close enough is my motto here and the one I live by down on Treasure Cove Lane. Dave Leach, Broker, Living Room Realty, Manzanita.
Montavilla investment & development opportunity. 1914 Fixer Farmhouse-style home with 3,308 sf has vintage charm, original woodwork and built-ins on the main along with living room fireplace, wood floors, breakfast nook, stainless steel kitchen appliances; Many recent updates & hi-ceiling basement for expansion. 10,000SF Lot with R2a zoning allows 5 units per base zoning guidelines. Potential for increased units with future overlay proposal. Buyer to perform due diligence. Development packet available.
Need a last minute Halloween costume idea? Why don’t you dress up as Julius Caesar Moreland, an Oregon pioneer and lawyer turned judge. He served on the Portland City Council and eventually became Clerk for the Oregon Supreme Court. Then you could go trick or treating in Eastmoreland, one of the three SE Portland neighborhoods named after Mr. Moreland. And while you’re there, you could knock on the door of 7322 SE 29th Avenue and ask for some candy. If you like what you see when the door swings open when you peak in, you could also ask to buy the house. It’s for sale. Candy not included.
What IS included is a sweet master bedroom on the main floor with French doors leading to the private, quiet backyard. While flooded with natural light during the day, the living room is also equipped with a gas fireplace for enjoying cozy winter evenings. Perfect your culinary talents in the charming and efficient kitchen, complete with built in seating. Upstairs you’ll find three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The West facing bedrooms has a big walk in closet and sitting area. And don’t forget to check out the finished basement!
Situated within walking distance to Duniway Middle School, Eastmoreland Golf Course and Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, this English Tudor style home is centrally located in one of the Portland’s most coveted and classic neighborhoods. This is the kind of home you can move right into and make your own.
So grab your topcoat and bowler, press those shirt collars as high as you can get them, four-in-hand that bowtie and Treat yourself to this elegant English Eastmoreland estate.
Bobby Curtis Principal Broker Licensed in Oregon Living Room Realty & Licensed Contractor CCB: 215071 503-502-3066
That IS the question. It’s always a pleasure to join Tra’Renee on Afternoon Live to chat about real estate.
I have been flipping houses, both large and small, since 2010 and have extensive first-hand experience with house restoration. You can find more of my interviews and tips on buying, selling, and flipping a house here.
This week I answered common questions about flipping houses. You’ve seen the TV shows that make flipping seem easy but there’s a lot to consider. If you’re thinking this may be for you, check out my tips and then watch this clip to arm yourself with all the facts before you dive into your next home restoration project.
Before you quit your job and start flipping houses, here are my Top Four tips:
1. Know your strengths and weaknesses.
2. Lower your risks by becoming or hiring a professional.
3. Have a budget and stick to it.
4. Be flexible because you never know what might come up once you’re in contract to sell that house.
Check out Afternoon Live, where I’m on once a month for more advice and guidance on Portland real estate. And click here to learn about 5 mistakes to avoid before flipping your first house.
Bobby Curtis
Principle Broker
Licensed in Oregon
Licensed Contractor
CCB# 215071
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After owning a home in San Diego for over a decade, Trink and Steve, who had moved to Portland several years back, decided it was time to get more invested in the Portland market. When they originally moved from San Diego, they decided to rent out their home for several years, managing it from Portland.
This year it was time to finally make a move and sell that house. With the need to remodel their current Portland home, they would sell the San Diego property, use some of the money for their home remodel, and the rest for a few rental properties in Portland. And they could do this through a mostly tax-exempt 1031 exchange. This would allow them to realize most of the profit from the San Diego house without having to pay tax on it since most of it was being shifted to other rental properties very quickly thereafter.
What I like about this, is after investing so much into their original San Diego property, they were able to have it work for them. They sold that house for just under $1 million, bought 3 properties in Portland that cash-flowed for about $1.3 million, and pulled about $100,000 out of the San Diego home profit to do renovation work on their own house. I know, I know. In what math class do those numbers add up? They add up because Trink and Steve got a mortgage for those 3 investment properties here in Portland, which gave them more buying power. Even with these mortgages, we were able to find properties that cash flowed. And the money they flipped into those properties, they were exempt from paying tax on because of the 1031 exchange.
They now have 3 great investment properties here in Portland, and have the money to do some much needed renovation work to their own home. Here is one of the three properties they bought. This one, a duplex in NE Portland.
Duplex dining room
Duplex Kitchen 1
Duplex Kitchen 2
Duplex bath.
Duplex backyard
1031’s can feel complex. I have a great team consisting of a 1031 attorney, 1031 mortgage broker, and escrow officer who have helped clients do this sort of thing for a long time. If you liked how that math equation worked out, or have any questions about how you can better leverage an investment property, I can help you with that.
Bobby Curtis Principal Broker Licensed in Oregon Living Room Realty & Licensed Contractor CCB: 215071 503-502-3066
Montavilla is known as the quietly cool neighborhood in Southeast Portland. Centered on the commercial Stark/Washington couplet, the heart of it runs along SE Stark on what used to be street car tracks from 76th to 82nd.
Montavilla 1939. Corner of SE 80th and Stark
Montavilla 2018. Corner of SE 80th and Stark
Founded as Mount Tabor Village just before the turn of the century, its current name originates from an abbreviation used on that street car line: Mt. Ta. Villa. In addition to quietly cool people, Montavilla is home to shops, restaurants, watering holes, hardware stores, a university. In fact, Lonely Planet named it one of the “Top 10 Hot Hoods in the US you need to visit”. It is also home to the latest farmhouse we restored at 505 SE 76th Ave.
Well, TECHNICALLY she’s across the street from the Western border of Montavilla, but she has been sitting at the foot of Mt. Tabor with her full attention staring down the heart of Montavilla for nearly 120 years. And she’s seen it all, believe me. Births, deaths, family gatherings, life before Country Cat, you name it. A huge tree even tried to take her down at one point but nevertheless she persisted. Persisted just long enough to welcome us in, so we could restore her to (most) of her original glory.
Montavilla / Mt Tabor Farmhouse before
Montavilla / Mt Tabor Farmhouse after
Whitewashed from top to bottom but still in really great shape, the exterior just needed a few standouts. So we maintained the original color and added black trim around the windows and to the large concrete posts. The roof had very recently been replaced, so we had to work with a trim color that worked well. Starting there, we quickly got inspiration for our interior color scheme. Not pictured here is the brand new roof we put on the garage, which had rotted all the way through to its joists and sill plates. Not very glamorous but very necessary. We added a fence and stone patio in the backyard for instant BBQ privacy/fun.
Backyard Mt Tabor / Montavilla Farmhouse before
Back of the house Mt Tabor / Montavilla Farmhouse after
The living and dining rooms required the least amount of serious work. We restored the original wood floors, and added a fresh coat (or two) of paint to the ceilings, walls, and moulding. Tying in the exterior black trim color in with the stair risers and hand rail made a big impact. And because there were no original light fixtures left in the house, we added period lighting that worked well with the era of the house.
The kitchen cabinets were original solid wood and in sturdy shape. All they needed was some freshening up. Staggered white 12” ceramic tile flooring was nicely accented with light gray grout, and we added maple butcher block countertops to warm it all up.
Montavilla / Mt Tabor Farmhouse kitchen before
Montavilla / Mt Tabor Farmhouse kitchen after
We made improvements to the TWO sunrooms off from the kitchen and master bedroom. For many years these had been used as storage rooms, so little attention had been given to them. The windows hadn’t been used to look out of, and the sunlight coming in didn’t matter. Facing West, it was important we recreate these two rooms because they add so much charm to the home, and are very functional spaces. Now these two rooms are the best places for languid summer afternoons with a good book and an even better ice cold beverage.
Farmhouse sunroom before
Farmhouse sunroom after
The main floor half bath and upstairs full bath got custom hex tile floors, efficient toilets, sinks and fresh paint. We also added all new water supply lines and sewer line to the house. Upstairs also got a brand new, gleaming subway tile surround. Very classic look for this beauty.
In order to gently nudge this old beauty in the 21st century, it was pretty clear early on that she’d need another bathroom. This had always been a family home and still now, she has room for more! Some spaces lend themselves easily to conversion. In this case, we converted the SE corner bedroom into the master bath and walk in closet, mixing vintage and modern. The 12” hexagonal tile pushes the design forward while an original clawfoot tub firmly (and very heavily) keeps it grounded in the turn of the century. The double vanity is a great mix of old and new, and the bedroom closet was easily turned into a private toilet room.
Montavilla / Mt Tabor Farmhouse master bedroom before
Montavilla / Mt Tabor Farmhouse master bedroom after
Montavilla / Mt Tabor master bath before (as a bedroom)
Montavilla / Mt Tabor Farmhouse master bath after
Montavilla / Mt Tabor master bath before (as a bedroom)
Montavilla / Mt Tabor master bath after
If you’re interested in checking out this Mount Tabor Village beauty, she’s still at the foot of Mt Tabor staring down Stark street, looking for new dwellers to call her home. You can check out the listing, price and see more pictures here.
And if you want to see Montavilla in all it’s glory, consider checking out the Montavilla Street fair on Sunday, July 29, 2018. More information here.
Bobby Curtis
Principle Broker
Licensed in Oregon
Licensed Contractor
CCB# 215071
503-502-3066[/caption]
If you’re getting ready to remodel your house, or take on a small house project, here are some of my top tips.
Save money and time without compromising quality.
Some lighting and bath stores have deeply discounted prices at certain times like Rejuvenation which specializes in new , high quality made to look original lighting. Once/quarter: new stuff sometimes 75% off from returned orders, or overstocked stuff. You can also visit online coupon websites and get a home depot promo code to use on your purchase.
Tile stores like Pratt and Larson, Daltile and others have a formal clearance section. Great quality at deeply discounted prices for returned tile, or leftover boxes from a large order. Deeply discounted and high quality.
There are places around town like The Rebuilding Center in North Portland that have great deals on original kitchen and bath fixtures, windows, and doors that came right out of houses in Portland, often times when houses are getting a make-over. Clawfoot tubs aren’t for everyone, so if someone takes it out, and you’re looking to put one it, you can get it for a great price.
Contractor/Designer Discounts. Places like Lowes, HD, the lighting and tile stores I mentioned earlier, almost all of them offer contractor or designer discounts. If you let them know you restore houses, they will give you a contractor rate. Be sure to ask for it before you make purchases.
Worksite/House Stuff: Bring Donuts and Coffee (especially when there are many contractors in a house at once). Most of these guys like to work alone, and you’re a savvy house renovator, so you have a timeline to keep and have several of them working at once. Bring donuts, and start the day off with a smile. It goes such a long way.
Work clean- at the end of everyday, make sure the people you are working with pick up after themselves, remove debris, and take their tools and supplies with them. It allows you to see true progress on the house, and not feel like its constantly a wreck.
For more, check out my interview with Kara from KATU here
Bobby Curtis Principal Broker Licensed in Oregon Living Room Realty & Licensed Contractor CCB: 215071 503-502-3066
Roomy townhome with high ceilings, two master suites and generous bonus family room upstairs. Unique end unit with extra windows, side yard, private deck, and two-car garage. Large open kitchen with breakfast bar that spills over to dining and cozy living room with gas fireplace and bookshelves. Walkers paradise! Score of 92, close to everything Sellwood has to offer. Biker friendly and Duniway Elementary.
As real estate agents, we know our neighborhoods, but once in a while we discover one newly. I found this great mid century ranch in the Madison South neighborhood. This house has this very unique great room with vaulted ceilings. You certainly wouldn’t guess that from looking at the house from the curb. Madison South is a great little neighborhood just up the road from Roseway and in the valley of Rocky Butte.
The neighborhood is quiet, with little traffic, and everyone seems to be walking the dogs or kids around. We started making updates to this house including a new roof, and replacing the old electric cadet heaters with a brand new high efficiency furnace and ducting. As some of the final details are coming together with the interior updates, I can’t help but think about the family that had been here so long, over 70 years I hear. It of course reminds me of my own Granny’s house in Clarkston, Michigan about an hour North of Detroit. She was there for about 50 years before she passed away at the feisty age of 102 in 2010.
While my family and I bought this house to restore it, I never consider it mine. The ones that lived here for 70 years are still the owners, and I’m more of a placeholder getting it ready for the next family. It may seem trite, but I always hope the improvements we make are ones that will make the previous owners happy or proud. I hope they still see their house, when they look at the work we did, and that we’ve done well enough to leave all the character for them to still see their memories through our work.
Keep an eye open for this one. 8603 NE Dyer, Portland, OR. It will be looking for a new family to take cafe of it for the next 70 years. In the meantime, if you want to learn more about Madison South, check out their webpage here
Bobby Curtis
Principal Broker
Licensed in Oregon
Licensed Contractor CCB 215071
Living Room Realty
503-502-3066
bobby@livingroomrealty.com
Above it all, located at the top of Manzanita and overlooking the beach as well as Neahkahnie Mountain, this lot offers potential paradise views in ever direction. Situated on a quiet neighborhood street, a quick drive or leisurely stroll from downtown Manzanita.
