By Cristen Lincoln, January 5, 2024
When work whisked Eric away to Seattle, we helped him sell a seriously cool mid-century house in Laurelhurst—a home filled with memories and surrounded by great friends. Fast forward a bit, and Eric’s life took a turn—he found love, tying the knot with the fabulous Kassandra. The catch? Eric’s frequent back-and-forths between Seattle and Portland left them missing each other more than they liked.
A plan started to f
ormulate—why not head back to Portland for good, closer to friends and, most importantly, to each other? Enter Kassandra’s knack for real estate and design. One day, during a casual online scroll, she stumbled upon a gem—a 9-acre forested property boasting a one-owner mid-century time capsule. Acres of green, towering trees, and space for a horse or two, all just a 15-minute jaunt from St John’s, where their pals reside.
What started as a casual online search, turned into a whirlwind. Eric, always on the move, managed to swoop Kassandra up for a quick meet at the property. The day was classic Portland—grey skies and a drizzle—yet, it was pure magic. Ferns, moss, giant cedars, and douglas firs—it was the forest dreams are made of. Oh, and did I mention the unexpected guest at the inspection? A bear! A clear sign to these Alaskan natives that they’d stumbled upon their perfect slice of nature.
Getting this house tied up was a journey. We hit some snags, and needed a lot of inspections, site visits and 1,000 phone calls to get to the finish line. Eric and Kassandra were cool as cucumbers at every turn, always thinking big picture and staying focused on their goals.
Now, nestled in their forest haven, Eric and Kassandra have traded city buzz for the serenity of the woods without sacrificing the community vibes of bustling St John’s. We are so excited for them to have found their forest near the city—where adventure meets home sweet home.
Cristen Lincoln
Principal Broker | Earth Advantage | Business Development | OR
She/Her
Cristen has been a Portland real estate broker since 1993, giving her an exceptional understanding of the industry and the local market. She was born here, grew up here, and raised her own family here. She knows the parks, the farmers’ markets, the schools, the hidden corners, and the joyful quirks of Portland’s bustling neighborhoods.
Cristen’s deep-rooted knowledge of the area means she understands the audience for a house. She understands what a potential buyer is looking for, the process they go through when choosing a home, and what details matter most. This makes her the ideal guide to help you prepare your home for market. She is an expert in maximizing the value of your home while minimizing unnecessary improvements.
With the confident and tranquil mastery that comes with experience, Cristen is often three steps ahead—holding future possibilities, ideas, and strategies that will navigate her clients toward achieving their long-term goals. Known for her calm demeanor in the face of any size challenge, Cristen is respected in her industry for being an exceptional negotiator and strong advocate for her clients, even in the toughest of circumstances.
With intention and spirit, Cristen has built her real estate team around her core values of honesty, hard work, follow-through, and serious play.
A top broker in the city, Cristen has been named a Portland Monthly Five Star Agent year after year. She has received the Seven Star Certificate of Excellence and the Top 500 in the nation award from Broker★Agent™ Advisor. Cristen is a key member of Living Room Realty’s leadership team where she mentors, teaches, and coaches Portland’s top real estate brokers.
When not working, Cristen is likely immersed in outdoor play with her husband, her kids, or a pup by her side. Whether she’s hiking, gardening, snowboarding, or walking the sands of the Oregon Coast, nature is the place Cristen goes for inspiration and restorative balance.
ADDITIONAL AWARDS & AFFILIATIONS- Broker★Agent™ Advisor ‘Top 500" and "Certificate of Excellence"
- Portland Monthly Five Star Agent for past 7 years
- 10 Best of 2015: Client Satisfaction – American Institute of Real Estate Professionals
- Mt Tabor Park Stewardship Fund Committee Member
- Past PMAR Public Relations Committee Member
- Former Mt Tabor Middle school PTA and Auction Committee Member
- Past PTA board member at Atkinson school and Auction Committee Member
- Franklin High School PTA Member
- Impact NW Volunteer and Community Liaison
- Past Member Rose Chapter National Charity League
- Member 99 Girlfriends Collective Giving For Impact
- T: 503-260-2414
- cristen@livingroomre.com
