This well maintained Ranch is sited on a deep 159 x 70 lot! Cozy up to the fireplace this winter and rest easy as this home has some great updates: a newer roof, refinished floors, newer tile in the shower and an updated electrical system. When the weather turns hot again, turn on your central air to keep it cool. Converted garage is a large flex space with built in storage, laundry and sink. Energy score of 4.
Offered at $359,900
2 BED | 1.5 BATH | 1458 SF | MLS# 19293810
Dreamy Bungalow with character galore, situated perfectly in one of Portland’s most sought-after neighborhoods! You’ll be immediately drawn to the classic front porch, gorgeous landscaping and timeless features.
An abundance of natural light greets you upon entering. Classic molding, gleaming hardwood floors, custom-made wood plantation shutters, stunning fireplace and mantle contribute to this inviting interior. Get in contact with these roller shutter people that can assist you installing them on you property for more security.
The dining area provides plenty of space for entertaining and perfect for intimate dinners at home.
Lovely kitchen featuring gas range, dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, waterproof laminate flooring, island, and an abundance of storage.
Master bedroom suite with full bath and ample closet space!
Carve out a place for yourself in the spacious finished basement with 3 bonus rooms and a half bath! So many possibilities with the bonus space including media room, home office, art room or storage space. Plus a brand new hot water heater!
A beautiful garden oasis waits for you outside! Gorgeous, established landscaping surrounds a darling patio- great for entertaining! Plus, you’ll enjoy an exterior storage shed, fully fenced yard, garden beds and fruit trees.
A short walk to the heart of St. Johns restaurants, shops, farmers market and all that this wonderful neighborhood has to offer.
Welcome home!
I must say, this transaction was so heartfelt and sweet, it confirms that I have the best job on earth!
I recently had the pleasure of helping my client Dave sell the townhome I helped him buy a few years ago, so he and his girlfriend, Robin could buy a house together! I’m overjoyed for the two of them!
It was wonderful touring houses with them; I’ve known Dave for many years (he’s a hoot!) and it was an honor to get to know Robin (she’s incredibly smart and funny!). Together we saw many beautiful homes in some of Southwest’s greatest neighborhoods and because they were so put together and clear on what they were looking for, everything quickly fell into place!
They found a gorgeous, brand new home that checks all the boxes! I wish them many years of joy in this new home. Here’s to a fresh start!
Mid-Century Ranch on over .30 acres w/ established fruit trees, garden beds, flowering perennials & fragrant shrubs. Sprawling lawn to relax & play, beautifully hard-scaped patio for entertaining & outdoor living. Well kept & loved by the same family for over 30 years! This 3 bed, 1.5 bath Ranch features original oak hardwoods in both formal living & bedrooms, new carpet in family room, fully permitted dining room addition off the kitchen adds to the spacious & easy floorplan. Light, bright & cheery w/ updated vinyl clad windows, 2 cozy fireplaces, one gas, one wood burning. New interior & exterior paint, 2 car garage, large shed for garden supplies! This home is just waiting for your own personal touch!
Amy and Luis were along for the ride last month when Amy’s sister Kara bought her house. Two weeks after that house closed, Luis texted me with a house he wanted to see for a rental. The idea was to either buy a house that Amy and Kara’s parents can move into, or just a house they can hold onto for a long term investment. We hung out for an hour at a really beat up bungalow. It had been a rental forever and the tenants had a weed operation in the basement. The location was cool, but the house needed a minimum of $100k to bring it back to life.
As we were standing by our cars talking about the offer we were going to write, I mentioned that I’d really like to see them buy a mid-century instead of an old bungalow for an investment. Even if it were a grandma ranch, the bones would be a lot more solid and it would likely only need cosmetics. I had a house on my radar that I was meaning to check out for myself so I showed them photos of it online. Ten minutes later we were there.
The house had been on the market for two weeks at $625k. I really think the only reason it didn’t fly off the shelf was because it came on during a holiday weekend. The history of it was that it had been in the same family for 50 years and when the mom died recently, the daughter came up from Florida and updated all the systems. She replaced the roof, electrical, furnace, painted, remodeled a bathroom, and added an egress to the basement family room. It was important to her to honor her mother and the home she grew up in and get it ready for market. It was immaculate and bright with pass-through picture windows that look out into the large landscaped back yard. She left all the mid-century details untouched and did all the right things to make it modern.
Because this house has a full basement with egress and it’s own entrance separate from the main house, it would be very easy to convert to a duplex. Everyone left in love and an hour later Luis called to tell me to write it up. Because it wasn’t going to be his home and there’s less emotional attachment with a rental and there were no other offers, he offered $25k under asking. The next day the seller accepted.
There wasn’t much to negotiate on this deal because everything had already been done. The only tricky part was the sewer line but we were able to get the seller to replace it before closing. The timing worked out perfectly because Amy and Luis married last Saturday and Amy’s parents were still in town Monday when it closed to check out their potential new home. I love these clients and I LOVE when deals go super smooth. Congrats Amy and Luis!!!
NEW PRICE FOR NW CONDO!
2020 NW 29th Ave. #1, Portland OR 97210
Don’t miss this cheerful mid-century condo in one of NW Portland’s best kept “secret” neighborhoods. You will love living in this vibrant community of home owners! Warm hardwoods, radiant heated floors in kitchen and bath, in-unit laundry closet, and NW territorial views grace this bright two bedroom unit. Recent building updates include: new windows, siding, exterior paint, high efficiency water heaters and more. Nestled at the base of Macleay Park and just blocks to NW district hot spots. Ten private parking spots reserved for owners and guests. Assigned basement storage closet. No rental cap. Chapman, West Sylvan, Lincoln Schools.
OPEN SUNDAY August 18, from 3 – 5 p.m.
OFFERED AT $365,000
2 bed | 1 bath | 771 SF
MLS# 19046499 | Taxes: $4,262 | HOA Dues: $317
After 30 years of abundant life, the owners of this incredible mid-century home were ready for a new adventure. This home had experienced raising kids, home-cooked meals, joyous Christmases, movie nights, growing serious kitchen gardens, puppy training, spoiling grandchildren, and so many more cherished memories. In the hopes of finding a new home closer to grandchildren and a super-walkable neighborhood, the owners enlisted my help.
Everyday life, and now the changes that come with retirement and a slower pace of life, had made their presence known on the house and we quickly prepared to complete a number of important projects. As their realtor, my job was to advise them on the only the work we needed to do to get top dollar- not to have them spend a dime, unnecessarily. Here’s their journey and a demonstration of how much help from professionals it can take to get a home ready for market.
The first step time to reduce and move out. The sellers needed help deciding what to get rid of for the sake of simplicity and what to do with the things they no longer need. In addition to a serious KonMari session, we enlisted The Move Makers, professionals organizers, and downsizing specialists. They helped sell a pool table, piano, large furniture pieces, and gym equipment in addition to packing the items that “sparked joy” and donate the items that did not. Once the sellers were out of the house- we got to work on the following:
The sellers have now completed the sale of their home and are on to shopping for something new. I’m thankful to have been given the opportunity to guide my clients throught this incredible personal and physical transformation. Thank you to all of the amazing contractors and service providers that were a part the team for this one. WE’RE IN GOOD COMPANY-for sure!
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This transaction was a great example of community and team effort! I would like to take this opportunity to give a shout out to the team of preferred professionals that have helped my business grow and thrive over the years. It means so much to me to support the businesses of folks to support me and my clients. I truly believe in that business model and I believe in contributing to my community in that way.
Firstly, Jess and Julie worked with my preferred lender JJ Lee Kwai at Two Rivers Mortgage and she is the definition of a rock star mortgage lender! She walked Jess and Julie through everything and even came to their signing to make sure she was right there in case they had questions or if there was an issue. I know this means a lot to clients and that’s why I love working with her. Time and time again my clients sing her praise and she deserves every ounce of it.
A big shout out to Uli Sommers, my favorite inspector. Working with Jess and Julie on this house, Uli was very thorough in her work and thoughtful in her delivery and advice. Uli had a few recommendations for repairs and once those were complete, she happily came back out to re-inspect and put my client’s minds at ease. I know that everyone who works with her is going to get the best service at the best price.
Mike Reed from First American Home Warranty is my go-to person for home warranties! Jess and Julie are very pleased to have a home warranty from First American. He is very customer service oriented thanks to all the services he gets from companies like Salesforce and it shows!
My assistant, Jasmine, played a huge role in this transaction! She was right there to help Jess and Julie with all aspects of the transaction including showings and inspections. Together we provided a higher level of service than I could have on my own. I genuinely appreciate her hard work, dedication and commitment to my clients!
Jess and Julie have the coolest pup in town, his name is Luigi. They also have a sweet kitty named Oliver and I hear that he’s going to be getting the swankest catio in town!
I met Erin and Jimmy though a great past client of mine. They were living in a neighborhood that they felt was not safe enough for them once they had their first children, a set of twins! We discussed ideal locations that would fit in their budget. We were able to sell their current home in January and they decided to rent for a few months while beginning their new home search.
Jimmy loves mid century design, but knew how popular those houses are so he thought it was out of their reach. This home came on the market with mid century touches that they loved. They didn’t reach out to me the first weekend it was active because they thought it would have multiple offers and be out of reach. As fate would have it, the house did not sell the first weekend and was still active the 4th of July holiday week. I encouraged Erin and Jimmy to write an offer because holiday weeks are usually slow and this could be the perfect window. They wrote and only one other offer came in. The seller chose theirs and I got to give them the keys yesterday!
I had the privilege to represent my buyers on their first investment purchase. They settled on a great home with a full basement apartment. Because my clients were looking for both future appreciation and immediate cash flow, finding the right property was a bit more challenging. I always enjoy working with investors, especially first-timers, even though it brings up a whole new set of challenges. Investing in real estate is a great way to build wealth, but the process is not for everyone. It’s important your buyers understand the expectations and commitment before they dive in.
Success in real estate investing is a partnership between the agent and investor. The agent needs to not only understand the current market, but take into consideration their client’s skill set, financial situation, and future goals. It’s not just a numbers game, it’s also crucial to evaluate each client’s individual needs closely, advise them on all their options, and of course have patience for the hunt.
In real estate, there is truly nothing better than a GREAT referral and I am thrilled to have been referred to Whitney and Brad by their friends who are also my wonderful clients!
The first thing we did was set up a buyer meeting with Whitney and Brad to establish what they wanted most: a home with enough room to grow as a family, vintage character, a beautiful yard and a garage. And with that, the search was on!
It turns out that this was not their first rodeo and I could tell, Brad and Whitney were smart buyers. They had a keen eye for potential in fixers and were thrilled when they found a super cute ranch with a Coral door! It checked all their boxes: extensive yard, decent garage and stylish character!
Whitney and Brad are now homeowners and I couldn’t be happier for them!
Beautiful 1950’s Cape Cod style home in SW Portland. Updated bathroom and kitchen with high-end, stainless appliances and granite countertops. Retains original details like built ins, hardwood floors and glass knobs. Master on main floor and two large bedrooms upstairs. Spacious, fully fenced backyard and flagstone patio perfect for entertaining. Blocks from Old Market Pub and convenient to Multnomah Village, Gabriel Park and downtown!
This one belongs in the Schoolhouse Electric catalogue!
OPEN HOUSE:
JULY 13, 2019: 11am-1pm
JULY 14, 2019: 11am-1pm
Interested in buying or selling in Portland? Reach out to Sophia: 503.936.7499. Or learn more about her background and experience here.
Offered at $339,900
3 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 1275 SF | MLS# 19562235 | Taxes: $2,551
Enter this lovely home into a large and inviting living room with wood burning fireplace and hardwood floors. Generous formal dining room is adjacent to the updated kitchen and flows into a private backyard and easy outdoor living.
The kitchen touts stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, ample counter-space, eating bar and a large pantry with washer and dryer.
This home has a great layout which includes a spacious master bedroom with ample closet space, hardwood floors and plenty of light-filled spaces throughout.
Slide open the back doors off dining room to a big back yard, perfect for entertaining. This yard offers established fruit trees, new tuff shed and gardening options galore- just in time for summer!
The oversized garage has plenty of extra room for storage or shop space. This home sits on a quiet street surrounded by trees and greenery with walking trails and parks nearby!
Fall in love with this charming home and enjoy a one-year home warranty for added peace of mind.
Extraordinary mid-century modern ranch home in a convenient northeast Portland location. Sought after open floor plan with a bright and sunny feel throughout the living spaces. Large picture windows bring in a ton of light and illuminate the beautiful oak wood floors. Charming vintage details like a wood burning fireplace in the master bedroom, set this unique home apart. Situated on a large flat lot, perfect for a garden, with a covered back patio begging for summer BBQs. Very bike friendly, this home has easy access to Discovery Gateway Park, Jet Black Coffee, Max lines, and the airport. Positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac, this vintage charmer offers plenty of peace and quiet with an easy commute to wherever your heart desires. Won’t last long!
Tip top shape and lots of original character, this Mid Century Ranch speaks comfort. Possibilities abound with a fully permitted lower level guest suite, which includes a living room, kitchenette, bedroom and full bath. Adding to the perfection, the main floor boasts 2 beds, 1 bath, refinished hardwood floors, spacious knotty pine dining room, cozy living room with gas fireplace! Kitchen door leads to covered deck and patio, and one peaceful, delightfully landscaped fenced back yard. This impeccably maintained home invites you to move in with no stress. This house is pure bliss.
Emily is the coolest! I met her through my assistant, Jasmine, who met her years and years ago while both of them were working hard to grow in their careers and bartending on the side. These days, both have hit their stride professionally and Emily is now an Environmental Engineer and killing it in her field!
Emily is a laid back person, an avid bicyclist and came to us looking for a sweet little house in N Portland. She lived with roommates and loves how financially beneficial that living arrangement can be. Her list of needs was very reasonable, said she could live with any kind of imperfection in a home as long as she had a great bike commute and the house was in move in ready. Easy enough! …And maybe too easy because low and behold the SECOND house we showed her was a true gem! The perfect size, in great condition, a garage for bike repairs and easy access to a bike path! We jumped on the opportunity and now Emily is the proud owner of a lovely home! She might even have enough space for puppy, yay!
Don’t be surprised if you see her cruising around St Johns on her bike with a huge grin on her face!
 This home has been loved. My client bought this adorable mid-century modern ranch as their first home and absolutely loved living here. They planted fruit trees in the back yard, hosted family and friends, and spent years exploring the neighborhood and making lifelong friends. In time, as their family grew, this became their first investment property and now this investment they made many years ago is the key to buying their dream home! They lovingly updated the house with the hope the next person would love it too and it seems we’ve achieved a property love match! The new owner is a first time buyer who grew up in the area and is very excited to be close to their family.
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Offered at $425,000
2 BED | 2 BATH | 1360 SF
Open House Saturday 5/11 & Sunday 5/12 1pm-3pm
How charming! This lovely, classic Cottage is a real gem! Solidly built and well maintained, it offers tall ceilings, big bright double pane windows, beautiful warm wood floors, generous kitchen, formal dining room and plenty of storage. French doors open onto the oversized, covered deck overlooking the treetops and lush landscaping. The outdoor living room is dreamy.
Upper level bestows a full bathroom and two bedrooms with generous closets and ample natural light. Gorgeous custom vertical grain Douglas fir built-in shelving in Master bedroom. View of the West Hills!
The basement has high ceilings, and oversized windows bringing in plentiful natural light. The three rooms include a full bathroom, a great space for family room, media room, home office or future ADU. Lastly there is a large laundry room with work space, ample storage, and a ground level entrance.
The backyard offers beautiful flowering shrubs, established landscaping and fruit trees galore: apple, pear, Japanese pear, fig & persimmon. Patio under the deck is surrounded by greenery and ready for lounging in the shade on hot summer days. The yard is fully fenced for privacy which makes this a delightful space for entertaining or enjoying on your own.
Features include: brand new water heater, updated plumbing, newer sewer line, recently finished deck, newer Tuff shed & updated windows.
Located on a quiet tree lined street in an ideal close-in SE location. Just one block from Trader Joe’s and bus line. Close to the heart of Woodstock, Reed College, restaurants, shopping (New Seasons) and easy access to all the city has to offer.
Emmalisa and Zack were great clients- pragmatic, researched, smart cookies and avid cat lovers. I didn’t think anyone loved cats more than I did! Zack even advised Jasmine on the perrrrfect cat for her daughter who has a history of cat allergies. What a dream to work with!
We looked at many houses in the Hillsboro/Beaverton area. There were some great houses that went pending before we could even get in the door and some not so great houses that we walked away from. At last, a 4 bedroom gem-of-a-house pulled at their heartstrings and became ‘the one’. It felt like home right away!
A quick, smooth, and friendly transaction made their dreams come true and I wish them all the best in their new home!
Classic 1955 daylight ranch with full apartment downstairs!
A Milwaukie midcentury just loaded with charm! This very well maintained home features beautiful hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, a new 35 yr roof, parklike yard with mature landscaping, double garage & lots of storage!
The possibilities abound! This house could be fully owner-occupied, part rental, multi-generational, Airbnb or pure investment.
Close to Trolley Trail, boat ramps, & Orange Max line.
15215 SE Arista Drive, Milwaukie, Ore. 97267
Marisa Swenson – Specializing in Modern Home Sales
971-285-7955
modernhomesportland.com
Simply stunning 1956 custom mid-century modern home designed by local architect Peter Walker. Distinguished vaulted tongue and groove wood ceilings with incredible views from sunrise to sunset out of the large south facing windows. Brand new designer kitchen with tile floors and modern finishes. Commanding brick fireplaces and beautiful hardwood floors throughout the open living spaces. Unique custom wood built-ins and closets, well preserved vintage details are found throughout the home. The sizable master suite is a peaceful retreat at the end of a long day. This impressive property spans over 1/2 of an acre with a wrap-around deck and a south facing yard with established gardens and landscaping.
Marisa Swenson – Specializing in Modern Home Sales
971-285-7955
modernhomesportland.com
Wow, my clients came to me with the wonderful job of finding a home for them to share with “GYPSY.” Their list of requirements was somewhat unusual…
“GYPSY needs a big secluded yard with large shade trees, lots of rhododendron, peonies, a fish pond with a swing and room for a POOL for her people. She spends all day and night relaxing in the garden visiting with her friends, the trees, the flowers, her puppies and fish. Gypsy also stays very busy keeping herself tidy at all times just in case her friends or puppies decide to visit, nap, or even come for a glass of wine and stay overnight. Also, it would be nice if there was a lovely Mid-Century home where her people, two amazing chefs, could live, cook, and visit Gypsy often!”
Milwaukie delivered just in time for SPRING!
Gypsy as already invited me for a visit!
YAY!!!
Roomy Mill Park ranch on even roomier .21 acre lot with 2 garages!
1104 SE 120th Ave, Portland
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 2248 Sq Ft.
2 Garages = 828 Sq Ft or 3 car
New Price: $424,900
MLS: 19207565
Main Floor:
The flow of the main floor is ideal: The formal living room leads to a swanky beamed-ceiling’d dining room which is large enough for your longest dining table (an issue for many), and as it opens into a cozy family room with window seat and built-ins, or out to the huge patio, or into the tidy galley kitchen — it is the perfect space for all family/friend celebrations, every season!
The patio includes an automatic shade awning, a built-in potting shed (or future cocktail bar) and opens to a grassy lawn with established shrubs and trees. It’s pretty much garden-party ready!
There are also 3 good sized bedrooms, including a master with triple windows, and a large family bathroom.
Tidy galley kitchen with has room for a dinette or kitchen island, and leads to the basement stairs or attached 1 car garage.
Downstairs includes a HUGE family room with fireplace and built-ins, a darling 50’s era bath with shower, a shop with great storage and a laundry and mechanicals room with utility sink and cabinets. Newer forced air gas furnace and water heater, updated electrical.
Garage: Combined, the garage spaces equal 828 sq ft, and can house up to 3 cars or multiple toys! Garage 1 is attached to house for easy access. Garage 2 has two bays and with 220 volt service with a 60 amp box-top tap makes it for a perfect shop (it’s current use is a wood shop).
Amenities: Newly renovated Ventura Park and East Portland Community Center offer fantastic family fun including 4 lane swimming pool, waterslide and splashdown pool, exercise room, BMX bike pump, play structures, acres of green lawn and established trees.
Out of the blue I got a message from them in late February that simply said: “Dreaming of mid-century basements” with a link to a mid-century house in NE Portland.
I called back and asked “Is this you building your real estate empire, or is this just weekend house porn?”
They weren’t looking for a new house, but this one came on their radar and they couldn’t stop thinking about it. They did a couple of drive-bys and then we went to take a look. The home had been on the market for many months and recently had a sale fail. It sits adjacent to I-5, but it’s buffered by landscaping, a sound wall, and a nice fence.
The yard is huge and the mid-century vibe is strong. There’s a huge 2 car garage that’s big enough to house Kyle’s woodworking passion. It even has a garage opener—which they’ve been told means they’ve achieved grownup status and bought a real grownup house. The lower level has a fabulous vintage party room with curved bar, a locked liquor cabinet and a fireplace. It’s the perfect spot for their tiki bar dreams. The kitchen and bathrooms are updated and the bedrooms are big. The living room is perfect for Mad Men style cocktail parties and has a built in sound system.
We looked at the house on a Monday. They lined up their mortgage financing in just a couple of days and we submitted their offer by Wednesday. Fast forward 4 weeks, and Kristin & Kyle moved in to their mid-century tiki bar dream house.
Inspections weren’t easy on this one but we made it work. The house had elevated radon levels and we found an old abandoned leaking oil tank in the yard that was still holding 300 gallons of fuel. Those issues have been handled and the happy homeowners are settling in. They are very excited to return to a neighborhood they love within walking distance to Peninsula Park and favorite hot spots. We’re curious what they’ll find when they crack the lock on the old liquor cabinet.
I guess it wasn’t just house porn after all!
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Interested in making Portland your home? Call Cheri Harney, at 503-319-4858.
Sunny spacious one level home in a very desirable Milwaukie neighborhood. This beautiful house stays cozy in the winter with 2 fireplaces and comfortable in the summer with a large enclosed sun porch, covered patio, and A/C. Enjoy dinners outside on the large deck and take in the mature landscaping throughout the exterior living spaces. Close to shopping, parks and the new orange MAX line, this delightful home has it all!
Dynamic mid-century retreat tucked away in the heart of Vista Hills. A spacious open floor plan offers tons of flexibility for entertaining with elegant upgraded features and stunning hardwoods. Thoughtful details including a convenient master on the main, luxurious soaking tub, two cozy fireplaces, and a bright daylight basement. Stroll through the lush edible gardens and natural flora habitats on this expansive .45 acre lot. Enjoy endless summer BBQs on the durable Ipe deck and the fully insulated workshop offers ADU potential (buyer to confirm feasibility) or excellent storage opportunities. Outstanding schools, swift access to amenities and freeways, and consistently minimal availability make this a rare opportunity to get into one of Portland’s most coveted and delightful neighborhoods.
I met Jillian and Nick in early November when they began their house hunting adventure. As mid-century enthusiasts, they knew exactly what kind of house they wanted- open floor plan, huge picture windows, fireplace and preferably a vintage style kitchen. The only problem with having a love for that style is they are far from the only buyers out there looking for that perfect little mid-century in East Portland. About a week after we met they found what they thought was their dream home- as much as they tried not to fall in love, they did anyway and all 8 of their combined heart valves collapsed when the sellers selected another higher offer. They felt they would never get over losing that house, yet they managed to find a couple more homes that they liked enough to put offers in on. Considering all of the homes they liked were priced at or near the very top of their budget, they didn’t have a lot of wiggle room to go up in price when the multiple offer situations would kick in, so after they lost two more houses, they were heartbroken, but only in a 2-valve way each as opposed to the first house which was a 4-valve heartbreak.
Throughout the journey, I kept promising them that the reason they lost out on the other houses was because they hadn’t found the right house yet. I think they sort of believed me, but after losing out on 3 houses to buyers offering more, I could understand their skepticism. And then the perfect little ranchalow in Hazelwood popped up on the market. Built by a master-plasterer in 1951, the home’s gorgeous stucco siding looks as fresh and new today as it probably did when it was built 68 years ago. It’s like it never grew up and occupies a spot in Neverland where houses don’t age. The layout is classic mid-century with the public spaces- the living room, formal dining room and kitchen spanning the front of the house and the bedrooms and bathroom spanning the rear of the house. With huge windows, original tile in the kitchen and bathroom and a large roman brick fireplace in the living room, the house feels homey and familiar. The home went on the market on a Tuesday, we saw it that night, and Jillian and Nick were head over heels- even more so than the first house that had broken their hearts. We wrote an offer the next day and by Friday there were multiple offers. During that whole time Jillian and Nick held their breaths. We submitted an escalation clause with the offer because we knew that if they liked the house so much, so would others and they really didn’t want this one to fall through their tender grasps. On Friday, the seller reviewed all of the offers and since they knew how much Nick and Jillian wanted the house- and being the first offer in definitely helped, the seller chose their offer, and they only had to escalate up a small amount.
While the home was in escrow, my buyers did some research on the house’s history, and they learned that the original owners who had built it never had kids, but they were the first house on the block to get color tv. And the first movie the neighbors all gathered around together to watch? Peter Pan of course.
In hot Tigard, you will find this rambling remodeled ranch with its archetypal open floor plan that embraces indoor-outdoor living. A classic California ranch that lives large in Tigard – one of the hottest selling spots in the Portland area last year. The L-shaped layout wraps around a covered brick courtyard, the perfect spot for parties and BBQs anytime of year. The house features a floor to ceiling stone fireplace that defines the living room and serves as a stunning backdrop to the updated, open kitchen and dining area. Large windows and sliding glass doors throughout enhance the indoor-outdoor living. Sitting on an oversized corner lot with a private, tranquil backyard waiting to be nurtured into a gardener’s delight. The oversized garage could be transformed into an art studio or additional living space. This dreamy ranch has easy access to transportation routes and Greenway Town Center.
Four years ago I helped my buyers Megan and Christian purchase a home off NE Alberta. At the time they bought that house, it was a 2 bedroom 1 bathroom with an unfinished basement and attic, with the only way to access the attic through a pull down ladder from a hatch in the hallway. Over the last four years they have converted their basement into a lovely apartment and finished their attic with a master suite and added a spiral staircase for access. Christian has a construction and carpentry background and did most of the work. Being perpetual project taker-onners, they decided they were ready to purchase a second property to have as a rental, and since they excel at and enjoy sweat equity, ideally they wanted to purchase a home that had an unfinished basement that was suitable for turning into an ADU.
We looked at a couple of duds, and then Megan sent me a listing to a house in close-in SE that had been on the market for 3 months. While the price was unbeatable at $350k, the house was on a busy street, but it’s in a residential section so on a scale of 1-10 of busy street living with 1 being great and 10 being awful, this one is about a 3. From the photos, the house looked dingy, cluttered and in need of a lot of updates and deferred maintenance issues that needed addressing. Given the price and location, despite some misgivings, we went to go see it with pretty low expectations. Upon just opening the front door of the home, we were greeted with a waft of longtime smokers house odors. A good lot of buyers would have turned around and walked out the door at that point. Being seasoned home remodelers, the smell didn’t dissuade Christian and Megan. Washing the walls with TSP, removing carpet and drapes and then repainting should rid the house of the smokers smell. After all, nearly every old house had a smoker given how prevalent smoking used to be. We stepped all the way into the house and lo and behold the house was a pristine mid-century with original woodwork, an ideal layout, beautiful hardwood floors, a formal dining room and original kitchen cabinets that just needed a good scrub down. The walls were dingy from nicotine and the smoky smell permeated everything but underneath all that was a gem. We made our way to the basement and discovered a beautiful basement. Built in 1955, the foundation was built like a tank and the basement ceilings were close to 8′ tall- perfect for finishing. For toppers, the house was in great condition and the roof was brand spanking new.
I have a lot of buyers looking for that perfect mid-century with the fireplace, hardwood floors, and simple layout, and after seeing it in person, it was hard to believe that no one had snatched it up in three months. After grooving with the house, we collectively decided that the biggest issues with the house were poor listing photos which most likely put off most buyers who would have been interested and the smokers smell for those who actually made it to the house to see in person. After sleeping on it, Megan and Christian decided to go for it. They wrote an offer, had it accepted, sailed through inspections and after the seller secures his next housing situation, Megan and Christian can begin the process of turning the basement into an apartment. After spending a month falling more in love with the house, they’ve decided that they will probably rent out their home in Alberta and then move into this house for at least a year so they can finish the basement apartment without disturbing tenants. And who knows, maybe after spending a year in the house maybe they’ll decide they like living in SE and stay put.
These two! I absolutely loved working with Molly & Pete!
They came to me via Molly’s sister. And, lucky for me – they bought a beautiful mid-century home just a few blocks away from mine. I really wasn’t kidding when I said I’d roll my power washer down the street to them. Let’s see if they take me up on the offer?!? I wish them many happy years in their new home, with an awesome view, and close to everything, including me and my power washer!
Talk about magical alignment! These two fine folks accepted and offer and had an offer accepted in the same day! Completely worried that their Portland house wouldn’t sell, kismet stepped in! Not only was the buyer of their former home thrilled as punch, but now they get to live in a mid-century time capsule, on a large lot, at the end of a darling cul-de-sac in Milwaukie…are you swooning yet?
About Us:
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.
Mid-Century Lux! This energy efficient and updated home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 and 1/2 baths.
Enjoy entertaining in the extra large living room and dining room, or grill out on the covered deck. Massive basement ready for what you need. Great ADU potential with separate entrance. Head into town or dash to the airport-this place has great city access!
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About Us:
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.
