By Cristen Lincoln, June 28, 2021
After 30 years of creating memories Jan and Earl decided to sell their home in Lake Oswego in the spring of 2020. It was bittersweet as it was the home they lived in and raised their two boys. They knew they would miss their lovely neighbors and quiet street but they were ready to downsize and were looking forward to spending more time in their new house in Arizona.
The plan was to come visit family in Portland in the summers and beat the Arizona heat. They didn’t have any particular timeline in mind for finding a new place and figured they could rent a few different places to see what areas they liked best in and around the city.
As soon as the holidays rolled around they got some exciting news that their younger son and his wife were expecting a baby. They were thrilled and at the same time had a sudden sense of urgency to find a place back in the Portland area. They started to watch the housing market so they could get a pulse on just how quickly homes were selling. They visited in the spring and couldn’t believe the demand in our market. They knew they needed to be poised and ready to go. They also got some more good news that their older son and his fiancé were expecting a baby as well. Two babies less than 3 months apart. They were ecstatic and now even more motivated to get settled.
They had identified a couple of 55 and over communities on golf courses that looked very attractive. They were surprised to learn that even in these communities that folks were still seeing multiple offers and escalating prices. With a ticking timeline they got organized and ready to write competitive offers. They didn’t want to spend all summer looking. So when a down to the studs remodeled home popped up on one level they didn’t waste anytime writing the strongest possible offer. To their delight their offer got accepted and just in time to start creating new memories as grandparents!
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
