By Cristen Lincoln, April 15, 2020
Meg loved living in Brooklyn, New York. She loved the people, the food, the local estate sales and having her brother Mike and his partner Diego just around the corner. She thought she would never leave the vibrant city where she and her boyfriend Darren were creating a life together working in publishing.
However, Mike and Diego were looking for a simpler life and a shot at homeownership 3,000 miles away here in Portland. Meg was definitely curious about Portland too and was excited for her brother to start a new chapter in a new city even if it meant leaving New York. Around this same time Darren was offered a big promotion at work. The only catch was the job was in rural Pennsylvania. Now, they too were leaving the big city behind.
Mike and Diego settled quickly into an awesome bungalow in NE Portland and Meg came out to visit and immediately and saw why they loved it so much. The visit definitely got Meg’s wheels turning. Even their Dad Rick was considering moving out west from New Hampshire. Within a year we were finding Dad a home close to Mike and Diego’s place.
Not even 6 months later we got the call that Meg would be following in her Dad and brothers footsteps, she was coming out west with Darren. The priority was to find a small house with tons of natural light and a good size back yard. Meg also wanted a bonus space like a basement or shed that could be finished and that she could add her own creative touches to. We found her and Darren just that and it’s just a short bike ride away from her dad and brother. We are so pleased that they all get to be in this amazing city together.
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
