By Beth Benner, December 19, 2024
When C and D first came to me, they had such a clear vision for their next chapter. In short? They were looking for the cutest farm imaginable. They wanted a home that was private but not too far from town and a place that was already dialed in but still left room for them to add their own personal touches. Their search was focused in Clark County, WA and while I don’t do a ton of business up there, I am licensed in Washington, and this ended up being one of my few transactions there this year—something that made it even more special.
Building the Wishlist
Their wish list included some very specific features—a white house with black trim, functional outbuildings, a primary bedroom on the main level, and room for their adult kids… just in case they decided to come back and stay a while. And of course, the property had to be fenced so their adventurous dogs could run freely.
The Search Begins
C and D began with some online shopping, browsing listings and exploring different possibilities. They visited a few open houses, but nothing quite captured their hearts. Then, one day, the perfect listing popped up. It had everything they had dreamed of—the charming white exterior with striking black trim, outbuildings that were ready to use (complete with real farm equipment), and the ideal layout that matched their vision. It even had this perfect window where they could see themselves enjoying peaceful views while watching the wind blow through the trees—and maybe even catching a glimpse of the neighbor’s dog.
We all knew this was the one.
Moving In and Starting Fresh
Once their offer was accepted and they had closed on the property, C and D wasted no time. They moved in just in time to celebrate the holiday season, decorating their new home for Christmas the very same day they got the keys! It was the perfect way to begin their new life on the farm.
A Joyful Collaboration
Working with C and D was truly an honor. Helping people I respect so much find a home that fits them so perfectly is one of the greatest joys of what I do. Congratulations on finding your dream farm, C and D —and on this exciting new chapter filled with endless possibilities!
Beth Benner
Broker | OR & WA
She/Her
Beth has over 19 years of experience spanning more than 500 transactions during her career as a Licensed Broker in Oregon and Washington. In 2023, she earned a spot among the REAL Producers Top 100 producing agents in Portland out of more than 8,000 licensed brokers and she has also maintained her status in the top 5% of all Oregon brokers for eight consecutive years.
Beth is proud to have cultivated her client base on the referrals of the many happy homeowners she’s worked with over the years and through professional relationships with lawyers, conservators, and fiduciaries. She deeply cares about each of her clients and approaches her job as a long-term commitment, aiming to help them make the best investment. Beth is also a local real estate investor, leveraging her expertise and knowledge of the market to make sound investment decisions.
She is a lifelong Portlander and has volunteered with Make-A-Wish, Meals on Wheels delivery, SW Portland Little League, and serves as an elementary school classroom volunteer. Beth is a devoted mom to three active kids and in her free time, she loves hiking, reading, traveling, wine tasting, and cheering for the Portland Thorns as a season ticket holder.
Real Estate Background:
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- Licensed Broker in Oregon for 19 years and Washington for 17 years
- 48 total personal transactions in 2023
- Multiple investor and repeat/referral clients
- #1 Individual broker at LRR in 2020
- Top 100 of all OR brokers in 2023
- Top 5% of all OR brokers for 8 years
- PMAR Masters Circle Diamond Platinum Member 2016-2023
- Licensed in OR & WA
- T: 503-819-2885
- bethbenner@livingroomre.com
