By Cristen Lincoln, April 4, 2022
After raising their kids and successfully launching them from their Portland nest of 18 years, Todd and Kris decided it was time for a change of scenery. They are wine enthusiasts and nature lovers. Kris loves to garden and Todd is an avid cyclist. They decided that Yamhill County was a natural next fit and we started looking for the right home on acreage. The first place that really sparked them was a new construction home on 2 acres. It was gorgeous! As it turned out, the home was very close to the road and the view from the living room was going to be disrupted by another new build. It was a bummer because the home was so pretty. But, those issues were too much to compromise. We kept on. We saw many homes built in the 90’s with great outdoor space, mature plantings, and some views. But each one needed literally every surface redone including siding and roofs and HVAC. Multiple times we were faced with this conundrum. Re-doing an entire home takes money and time and even though the end product would be great, it would require a long wait, many decisions and owning 2 homes for an extended period of time. Doable, but not ideal.
When we saw the new construction home in Newberg come on, we jumped into action! No re-doing anything here, it was already gorgeous. And it turned out to be the same builder as the the first house they looked at and loved! This time, the view was protected and the home was situated down a long, tree-lined drive away from the road. It felt private and the views just grabbed them. The work that is needed for this home is all outside. They built a gorgeous home but left all the cleared ground as bare dirt. Several acres of it! The difference though, is that they can move in and enjoy their new home right away while having the creative outlet of making the yard what they want! Added bonus, they are only 15 minutes away from all their favorite wineries. We are so happy that everything worked out exactly as they hoped. It’s such a joy to be on this journey with folks, watching their dreams come true!
Cheers to Todd and Kris!
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
