JUST LISTED: SENSATIONAL SABIN SWEETIE!

Aryne + Dulcinea Present:

SENSATIONAL SABIN SWEETIE!

4715 NE 18TH AVE, Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $689,900Aryne + Dulcinea with Living Room Realty, Portland, Oregon. Aryne Blumklotz, Buyers, Dulcinea Myers-Newcomb, Sellers, aryneanddulcinea.com

   3 BEDROOM |  2 BATH |  2,394 Sq Ft
MLS #24472113| TAXES: $3,402

*staging has been removed*

Aryne + Dulcinea with Living Room Realty, Portland, Oregon. Aryne Blumklotz, Buyers, Dulcinea Myers-Newcomb, Sellers, aryneanddulcinea.com

Aryne + Dulcinea with Living Room Realty, Portland, Oregon. Aryne Blumklotz, Buyers, Dulcinea Myers-Newcomb, Sellers, aryneanddulcinea.com

Aryne + Dulcinea with Living Room Realty, Portland, Oregon. Aryne Blumklotz, Buyers, Dulcinea Myers-Newcomb, Sellers, aryneanddulcinea.com

Aryne + Dulcinea with Living Room Realty, Portland, Oregon. Aryne Blumklotz, Buyers, Dulcinea Myers-Newcomb, Sellers, aryneanddulcinea.com

Aryne + Dulcinea with Living Room Realty, Portland, Oregon. Aryne Blumklotz, Buyers, Dulcinea Myers-Newcomb, Sellers, aryneanddulcinea.com


All the best that Portland has to offer welcomes you to this classic craftsman. Enjoy saying “hi” to neighbors from your porch or entertaining friends and family in your formal living and dining rooms. Bake a galette in your artistically designed kitchen that spills out to the backyard. Two bedrooms and one bath on the main floor offer options for bedroom, office, fitness, or creative use. Head upstairs to the oasis-like primary suite with two bonus spaces and trees out every window. Dream up ideas in your spacious basement with newer foundation and inviting backyard with a detached garage. With a walk score of 90 and bike score of 98, get to Grant HS, Sabin School, Alberta Street, parks, shops, cafes, and around the city with ease.


OPEN HOUSE:

SATURDAY, 9/28 from 1:00-3:00 PM


Aryne + Dulcinea with Living Room Realty, Portland, Oregon. Aryne Blumklotz, Buyers, Dulcinea Myers-Newcomb, Sellers, aryneanddulcinea.com


Aryne + Dulcinea with Living Room Realty, Portland, Oregon. Aryne Blumklotz, Buyers, Dulcinea Myers-Newcomb, Sellers, aryneanddulcinea.com


Aryne + Dulcinea with Living Room Realty, Portland, Oregon. Aryne Blumklotz, Buyers, Dulcinea Myers-Newcomb, Sellers, aryneanddulcinea.com


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About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

JUST LISTED: ALBERTA ARTS GARDENER’S PARADISE WITH ADU

Aryne + Dulcinea Present:

ALBERTA ARTS

GARDENER’S PARADISE WITH ADU!

5125 NE 20TH AVE, Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $720,000

   5 BEDROOM |  3 BATH |  2,364 Sq Ft
MLS #24232569| TAXES: $5,364

 


Location, location, location! Step inside the wonderful world of 5125 NE 20th Avenue in Portland, Oregon. This classic Alberta Arts bungalow is complete with wood floors, updates throughout, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, plus a detached ADU. Light-filled and teeming with charm, the living room, dining room, and kitchen are open-concept. Two bedrooms are situated on the main with a full bath. Upstairs two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and lots of storage await. Love the afternoon sun? Enjoy year-round sun in your west-facing sunroom with reading loft. Grow scented flowers and herbs or a spaghetti garden in your many raised beds. Host a dinner dinner party on your back deck. Set up a fitness space or movie room in your basement with separate entrance and lots of storage. The studio-style ADU includes a full kitchen and bathroom, living and sleeping space. Perfect for multigenerational living, guests, or workspace. With a walker’s paradise score of 95 and biker’s paradise score of 100, get to shops, cafes, parks, and around the city with ease!


OPEN HOUSE:

SAT 7/20 & SUN 7/21

1:00-3:00 PM





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About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

JUST LISTED: Classic NE PDX Bungalow In The Heart Of Alberta!

Aryne + Dulcinea Present

CLASSIC NE PDX BUNGALOW IN THE HEART OF THE ALBERTA ARTS DISTRICT!

4702 NE 27th Ave, Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $559,000

   2 BEDROOM |  1 BATH |  1980 Sq Ft
MLS #23226035 | TAXES: $3129

Experience the Alberta Arts District at its best in this charming NE PDX home. This light-filled classic bungalow features an entryway, formal living and dining rooms with fireplace, built-ins, hardwood floors, and windows galore! Teeming with updates, this home boasts two bedrooms, a bonus room for office, creative space, guests, or more, one bathroom, and an updated kitchen with eat-in nook. Other updates include new gutters, fresh interior and exterior paint, new landscaping, new wiring, electrical receptacles and switch plates. The basement has an upgraded foundation and drainage system in place. It’s roomy and ready for storage or your big plans. Step outside the back door to the garden, entertain, or soak up the sun in the fully fenced yard. Finish off your day sipping your favorite beverage on the front porch and say “hi,” to neighbors. Need coffee, yoga, groceries, or a good walk? With an 84 walk score and 100 bike score, get around the city with ease.

OPEN HOUSE:

FRI 4/7  from 4:00-6:00 PM • SAT 4/8  from 1:00-3:00 PM

WHAT’S AROUND?

  • Parks: Wilshire, Alberta, Fernhill
  • Groceries: New Seasons Concordia, Alberta Co-op, Whole Foods
  • Galleries: Alberta Street Gallery, Guardino, Blind Insect, Talon, Ampersand
  • Wellness: Zen Space Wellness Center, Peak Performance, Forge Hot Yoga, ME Fitness
  • Salt & Straw
  • Boxer Ramen
  • Urdaneta
  • Proud Mary Cafe
  • Expatriate
  • Dar Salam
  • Great Notion Brewing
  • Bar Cala
  • Ripe Cooperative
  • Chaba Thai
  • Gladys Bikes
  • Dogwood Wines
  • Wild Child Pizza
  • La Petite Provence
  • La Bonita
  • Pine State Biscuits
  • EcoVibe
  • Zilla Sake
  • Tumbleweed
  • TC O’Leary’s
  • Tin Shed Garden Cafe

HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:

GENERAL FEATURES

  • Two-bedroom, one-bathroom bungalow with bonus spaces, built-ins, and a large open yard
  • New gutters installed – 2023
  • New curtain drain installed – 2023
  • Foundation upgrades: waterproofed foundation walls, skim coat basement walls, concrete poured, and rebar added to fortify foundation – 2023
  • Updated wiring and new electrical receptacles and switch plates – 2023
  • Freshly painted throughout the interior and exterior facade – 2023
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Original solid wood doors in bedrooms and bathroom

KITCHEN

  • Kitchen updates 2023:
    • New sink
    • Freshly painted cabinets
    • Butcher block countertops
    • Subway tile backsplash
    • New refrigerator
    • Eat-in nook with built-in benches:

LIVING + DINING ROOMS

  • Open and bright living room with large west-facing picture window
  • Original divided light windows in the dining area
  • Wood-burning fireplace, surrounded by built-ins, will keep you cozy all winter long

BONUS SPACES

  • The primary bedroom has attached bonus space for your bonus needs.
  • Landing behind the kitchen leads to the basement and offers more bonus space.
  • Freshly painted basement with laundry hook up and plenty of storage

OUTDOOR SPACES

  • Covered front porch
  • A spacious fenced backyard with reseeded lawn, roses and perennial outer beds.
  • Access to alley behind the property is ready for your garden, chicken coop, workshop space or ADU

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About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

JUST LISTED: ALBERTA ARTS WONDERLAND

Alberta Arts Wonderland

4710 NE 27th Ave, Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $534,000

   2 BEDROOM |  2 BATH |  1404 Sq Ft
MLS #22009501 | TAXES: $2,776

The lot next door is also available! MLS#22525861

Bring your imagination to this house with detached studio with extra lot and large shed!! Buy just the house, the lot, or both! This cozy home boasts a bright living room surrounded by windows, formal dining room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a light-filled basement. Complete with a finished detached studio for work, entertaining, creating or more. Grow a garden, make a small park, or develop your next idea in the spacious front yard with adjoining lot. With a high walk and bike score, get to shops, cafes, nightlife, and around the city with ease!

OPEN THIS WEEKEND

SAT, 11/05  from 1:00PM – 3:00PM
SUN, 11/06  from 1:00PM – 3:00PM

WHAT’S AROUND?

  • Parks: Wilshire, Alberta, Fernhill
  • Groceries: New Seasons, Alberta Co-op, Whole Foods
  • Wellness: Zen Space Wellness Center, Peak Performance, Forge Hot Yoga, ME Fitness
  • Galleries: Alberta Street Gallery, Guardino, Blind Insect, Talon, Ampersand
  • Salt & Straw
  • Caffe Vita
  • Urdaneta
  • Proud Mary
  • Expatriate
  • Dar Salam
  • Great Notion Brewing
  • Bar Cala
  • Ripe Cooperative
  • Chaba Thai
  • Gladys Bikes
  • Dogwood Wines
  • Gumba
  • La Petite Provence
  • La Bonita
  • Pine State
  • EcoVibe
  • Zilla Sake
  • Tumbleweed
  • TC O’Leary’s
  • Tin Shed Garden Cafe
  • Thicket Nursery
  • Alberta Rose Theater

HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:

GENERAL FEATURES

  • Alberta Arts 2 bedroom, 2 bath cottage built in 1910 and intentionally updated for the 21st century with an eye for detail, thoughtful features, and recycled materials
  • Adjacent 4000 sf lot with new detached shed is also for sale under MLS #22525861
  • Beautiful fir floors throughout
  • High efficiency gas furnace
  • New 125 AMP electrical panel in 2006
  • Updated plumbing
  • French drain around SW corner of house in 2010
  • New cedar siding in 2007

PRIMARY SUITE 

  • Bedroom and full bath added in 2006
  • Doug fir flooring
  • Exterior door to back deck
  • Crawl space access

KITCHEN

  • Mudroom off kitchen with skylight, storage space and access to back deck
  • Access to second bath
  • Updated kitchen with plenty of counter space and room to move

LIVING ROOM

  • Open and bright living room
  • North, west and south facing windows surround the room with natural light

DINING ROOM

  • Heart of the home with vaulted ceiling and skylight
  • Access to all rooms from this space

BASEMENT 

  • Bright and clean unfinished basement hosts utilities, laundry & storage
  • Epoxy floor, fresh paint, new lighting and bead board ceiling in 2018
  • Crawl space access 

ATTIC

  • Exterior access via ladder
  • 6’ ceiling height

DETACHED STUDIO

  • Original garage remodeled and converted to a fabulous back yard studio in 2014
  • Radiant floor heat and high ceilings make for the perfect home office, guest room, yoga studio or maker space
  • Just steps from the main house’s back door

OUTDOOR SPACES

  • New deck with access from kitchen and primary suite built in 2019
  • Cedar fence with front gate built in 2018
  • Alley access via large gate in the back yard
  • Charming front porch built in 2008

VACANT LOT TO THE NORTH – 4728 S

  • Fantastic development opportunity OR urban farm/glorious garden
  • 4000 sf utility-ready lot to the north of property is for sale separately, MLS#22525861
  • Alley access via large gate in the back yard
  • Deluxe shed built in 2019
  • R5 zoning

 


About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

PORTLAND PALACE OF WONDERFUL

PORTLAND PALACE OF WONDERFUL

4715 NE 18th Avenue, Portland, OR 972011

Offered at $779,000

   3 BEDROOM |  2 BATH |  2,576 Sq Ft
MLS #22111353 | TAXES: $3,076

All the best that Portland has to offer welcomes you to this classic craftsman. Enjoy saying “hi” to neighbors from your porch or entertaining in your formal living and dining rooms and cooking in your renovated kitchen. Two bedrooms and one bath on the main offer options for bedroom, office, fitness, or creative use. Head upstairs to the oasis-like primary suite with two bonus spaces and trees out every window. Spacious basement and inviting backyard with a detached garage invite lots of great ideas. With a walk score of 90 and bike score of 98, you’re just steps from Alberta Street, parks, schools, and more – the city is at your doorstep!

OPEN THIS WEEKEND

Friday, 9/16  from 4:00PM – 6:00PM
Sunday, 9/18  from 1:00PM – 3:00PM

WHAT’S AROUND?

  • Tin Shed Garden Cafe
  • Thicket Nursery
  • Caffe Vita
  • Urdaneta
  • Proud Mary Cafe
  • Expatriate
  • Dar Salam
  • Great Notion Brewing
  • Salt & Straw
  • Ben & Esther’s Deli
  • Abyssinian Kitchen
  • Gladys Bikes
  • Dogwood Wines
  • Gumba
  • La Petite Provence
  • La Bonita
  • Pine State Biscuits
  • EcoVibe
  • Zilla Sake
  • TC O’Leary’s
  • Alberta Rose Theater
  • Bar Cala
  • Tumbleweed
  • Collage Art Supply
  • Wellness: Zen Space Wellness Center, Peak Performance, Forge Hot Yoga, ME Fitness
  • Galleries: Alberta Street Gallery, Guardino, Blind Insect, Talon, Ampersand
  • Parks: Wilshire, Alberta, Fernhill
  • Groceries: New Seasons, Alberta Co-op, Whole Foods

HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:

GENERAL FEATURES

  • 1909 craftsman home with three bedrooms, two baths and flex spaces galore!
  • Gorgeous woodwork throughout home and beautiful hardwood floors
  • New roof in 2017
  • Full electrical upgrade in 2009
  • Full plumbing upgrade and new water service in 2008
  • New sewer line in 2005
  • Fresh paint inside and out
  • Vaulted ceilings and six skylights
  • Full basement
  • Quiet neighborhood street yet 1 1/2 blocks to shops, restaurants, and cafes.
  • Only a 15-20 minute drive to the airport.
  • 1/2 block to bicycle greenway

UPPER LEVEL
PRIMARY SUITE

  • Magical and serene light filled top floor suite nestled among the trees
  • Spa like bathroom with skylight, French doors, balcony and beautiful finishes
  • Three walk in closets and built-ins at the top of the stairway
  • Two bonus spaces make for the perfect yoga or art studio, sitting room, office, den, study, dressing room, or….

MAIN LEVEL
BEDS + BATH

  • Two bedrooms
  • One full bath clawfoot tub and shower
  • Natural wood wainscoting and wood floors

KITCHEN

  • Cheerful kitchen with stainless steel appliances
  • Tile backsplash
  • Marmoleum flooring
  • New dishwasher and range

LIVING + DINING ROOMS

  • Spacious formal dining room off the kitchen and entry
  • Vaulted ceilings with skylight in living room

OUTDOOR SPACES

  • Charming covered front porch makes for a great hang out spot
  • Verdant mature landscaping in private back yard
  • Detached garage is in great shape, fits one car and has ample storage room

 


About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

How to Choose Your Buyer

No doubt it is exciting to receive multiple offers on your home, but when it comes time to actually accept an offer it’s not uncommon for sellers to feel torn or unclear as to which is the best offer for them (it can be different for every seller).

Home offers are hard to interpret so I wanted to offer some helpful tips for when you find yourself in a multiple offer situation (perhaps a Part I?):

—Offer language tells a lot 📝

A purchase offer clearly indicates a buyer’s intentions (along with the more obvious details like if they are qualified, ready to purchase and have a lender in place). In a pool of offers, a realtor with the right skills will identify those that are authentic and well considered.

—The buyer’s agents’ communication style 🗣️

When you sit down with your agent always ask about their take on the agent representing the other party. Communication style, what they say or don’t say, can say a lot about how the transaction can go. Keep your eye out for the agent that will ask well-constructed questions, will make sure to put forth a well-written offer, and educate the buyer about the terms discussed.

—Buyer’s past experience in the market 🏡

Have they been looking for a week or 3 months? Have they had issues with their past offers? Paying attention to details like past contracts, finances, and people involved in the purchase decision gives you a more robust understanding the offer and will help set expectations moving forward.

Did you find these tips helpful? Let me know if I should make a Part II.

Also! I share a lot more insights as a part of my monthly newsletter. I keep these correspondences very intentional and insightful. If you want to join my list, call or email me.

Unsure of what to do in a shifting market?

You’ve heard by now how fast interest rates are rising. From the thick of it, I can tell you that, yes, buyer traffic is slowing down because of it. If you’re a buyer, you may feel like the homes within your new budget are all of a sudden less “desirable”. But I must say, even though we still have extremely tight inventory, about a quarter of the homes I’m seeing on the market are going through a price reduction right now. Take heart! For the savvy buyer, there is still a lot to be gained.⁣

Remember that interest rates fluctuate, and what we experienced in the last two years was anything but normal. This sharp increase in rates may have you reeling, but overall this will contribute to more stability and predictability to the market we all could use.⁣

I empathize with you — no one likes a feeling of instability. If interest rates have you doubting your decisions, here are a few ways I can support you. I’m always open for a call, but if you’d like something a little more low-key, you can sign up for my newsletter where my lender partner and I keep you updated with everything you need to know about market movements in order to make an informed decision. Email me and I’ll add you to the list.

Quintessential Concordia Beauty

Quintessential Concordia Beauty

4727 NE 28th Avenue, Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $675,000

   3 BEDROOM |  2 BATH |  2,313 Sq Ft
MLS #22574248 | TAXES: $4,778

Happy happens here! Step inside this classic Concordia bungalow and fall in love with its style and charm. Light-filled and well appointed, this home is complete with fireplace, classic details, new paint in and out, lighting, new furnace, newer sewer and water lines, fully updated landscaping, covered deck, and so much more!  With a walk score of 86 and biker’s paradise score of 99, get to your favorite shops, cafes, award winning restaurants, parks, and the whole city with ease!

OPEN THIS WEEKEND

TH, 5/26 from 4PM – 6PM
SAT, 5/28  from 1PM – 3PM

SUN, 5/29  from 1PM – 3PM

PLEASE SEE LISTING FOR COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES.

WHAT’S AROUND?

  • Parks: Wilshire, Alberta, Fernhill
  • Groceries: New Seasons, Alberta Co-op, Whole Foods
  • Caffe Vita
  • Urdaneta
  • Proud Mary
  • Expatriate
  • Dar Salam
  • Great Notion Brewing
  • Salt & Straw
  • Ripe Cooperative
  • Chaba Thai
  • Gladys Bikes
  • Dogwood Wines
  • Gumba
  • La Petite Provence
  • La Bonita
  • Pine State
  • EcoVibe
  • Zilla Sake
  • Tumbleweed
  • Wellness: Zen Space Wellness Center, Peak Performance, Forge Hot Yoga, ME Fitness
  • Galleries: Alberta Street Gallery, Guardino, Blind Insect, Talon, Ampersand
  • TC O’Leary’s
  • Tin Shed Garden Cafe
  • Thicket Nursery
  • Alberta Rose Theater

HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:

GENERAL FEATURES

  • New water line with 1” Pex Plumbing – 2016
  • Fully replaced sewer line – 2016
  • New attic ventilation system and insulation – 2019
  • Roof cleaning, moss treatment and removal, and gutter cleaning – 2021
  • Exterior and interior paint – 2021
  • Resurfaced walls and rehabbed woodwork throughout

PRIMARY SUITE

  • Primary bedroom with full bath and walk-in closet on the main level
  • Vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams

KITCHEN

  • New refrigerator, oven, and built in microwave – 2016
  • Breakfast nook with built-in bench seating, cabinets, bookshelf and doors to the patio and yard

LIVING ROOM

  • Open and bright living room with large windows & lovely built-ins
  • DEQ certified Rais brand fireplace insert with paperwork

DINING ROOM

  • Formal dining area with beautiful wood beam coffered ceilings

BASEMENT FEATURES

  • Removed original concrete slab and poured new 4” cement slab with rebar every 24” – 2019
  • Clean, dry, full basement ready for home gym, office, art studio, music room or media space
  • Installed below slab drainage/de-watering system and sump pump – 2019
  • New washer/dryer – 2019
  • New gas furnace – 2022

OUTDOOR SPACES

  • Professionally landscaped front & back yards
  • Rain drain, dry well, & French drain in front yard
  • Covered back patio with modern bench seating and privacy screen
  • Covered pergola in backyard
  • Custom storage shed addition on side of house


About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

KEEPING THE ALBERTA ARTS ARTISTIC

Keeping The Alberta Arts Artistic

Chaz wearing the most fabulous outfit accompanied by a fancy champagne bottle in front of his new house on Keys Day™️
Now this is how you show up to keys day!

I knew this home was special when I laid eyes on her; a stunning red Craftsman beauty whose walls have more stories to tell than I ever possibly could — eager and waiting to be lovingly restored. I am so glad this home landed into the illustrative and loving hands of the very talented tattoo artist, Chaz Vitale. If there is anyone with the proper eye and admiration of architectural design, it is Chaz. The amount of queer magic and love being poured into this home is absolutely immeasurable and I am beyond ecstatic to have had any part of it. We connected in more ways than one, coming from the same marginalized communities of being queer and trans people. I deeply believe this made our experience feel more bonded and emotional at that. Chaz, thank you for bringing your necessary artistic flair to the Alberta Arts District. You are needed here and I am so dang proud of you!

I can only aspire to continue to build connections with more BIPOC, queer, non-binary, trans, etc. clients in the future. Curating connections in our communities is vital to both my business and, well…my soul. My role in real estate is to advocate for all of my clients but especially those that come from similar backgrounds and share familiar life experiences. I am so grateful to have the trust of my clients in an industry that hasn’t always held our best interests; rest assured, I, Río Palomares will advocate to the best of my ability and ensure you get the representation you not only seek but deserve.

 

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Jeff Boothe Last Thursday Artist Reception

JOIN US!

Jeff Boothe
LAST THURSDAY ART OPENING
THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 6-8 PM • 1401 NE ALBERTA ST

Jeff Boothe is a self-taught Portland artist who has been making art for over 30 years. Jeff works as a handyman expressly so he can paint. He paints with acrylics on large canvas, wood, or paper to create richly textured and vividly colorful works.

@jeff_booothe


About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Concordia Cutie with Detached Potential

Concordia Cutie with Detached Potential

5525 NE 29th Avenue, Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $539,000

   2 BEDROOM |  1 BATH |  1,430 SQ FT
MLS #22168075 | TAXES: $2,655

Cute-as-a-button and filled with classic details including built-ins, hardwood floors, and fireplace. This home boasts 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, new countertops and appliances, an open floor plan, and semi-finished basement with a built-in bed. Walk outside to a large backyard with fruit trees, garden beds and hops! Enjoy the studio-ready, detached garage perfect for your workspace, home gym, art studio or more. With a dreamy walk score of 97 and bike score of 91, access neighborhood amenities and the city with ease!

OPEN THIS WEEKEND
SAT, 2/19 from 1PM – 3PM
SUN, 2/20 from 1PM – 3PM

PLEASE SEE LISTING FOR COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES.

WHAT’S AROUND 

  • Extracto Coffee Roasters
  • New Seasons Market
  • Wilder Bar
  • Dame
  • Ripe Cooperative
  • Jinx
  • Thai Noon
  • Akasaru Ramen
  • Angel’s Donuts + Ice Cream
  • Folklore Hat Company
  • Alberta Park
  • McMenamins Kennedy School
  • Lovejoy’s Tea Room
  • Great Notion Brewing
  • PedX Shoe Shangri-La
  • DarSalam
  • Alberta Rose Theater
  • Dogwood Wine Store
  • Proud Mary Cafe
  • Prince Coffee
  • Bella Pizza
  • Common Ground Wellness Co-op
  • Pine State Biscuits

HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:  

Charming 1920s Bungalow in Concordia!

GENERAL FEATURES

  • Forced air gas furnace – 2016
  • Central A/C – 2016, New A/C air compressor – 2021
  • Electrical updates – 2019
  • New Nest Thermostat – 2021
  • New light fixtures, can lighting and under shelf lighting (in kitchen) – 2021
  • Updated plumbing throughout the whole house, new water and sewer lines – 2018
  • Chimney repaired and serviced – 2016
  • Fresh paint throughout- 2022
  • Beautiful hardwood floors on main level
  • New walkway to the front door – 2021

KITCHEN

  • Kitchen island with seating
  • Open shelving
  • New countertops and backsplash – 2022
  • New refrigerator and dishwasher – 2021
  • Stackable washer/dryer convey with sale

LIVING ROOM

  • Bright open living room with built-in bookshelves
  • Wood burning fireplace

DETACHED GARAGE

  • Bonus space in the semi-finished detached garage
  • New vinyl siding – 2021

BASEMENT FEATURES

  • Full basement with ample storage, living space, built in seating and high ceilings
  • Livable partially finished area is perfect for guests or office space

OUTDOOR SPACES

  • New fence in the front yard and private backyard
  • Backyard plantings galore! Fruit trees – fig, weeping mulberry, and Rainier cherry
  • Hops growing over the metal arch
  • Garden beds await your future crops!



About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

If At First You Don’t Succeed

Katie and Krista had a clear picture of what they wanted in their first home. A lovely home in a lovely location. With home offices, a home gym, and room for guests. But they weren’t sure exactly where they wanted to land or if they could actually get what they wanted in the competitive late spring/summer market. We strategized and processed and distilled down the ‘must haves’ versus the ‘nice to haves’. And then we saw A LOT of houses.

I love this part of the journey with my clients. The casting of a broad net, and then mindfully sorting through a day’s/week’s/months’s haul of listings. Learning what hits the mark and what doesn’t. The growing confidence that I could preview a home without them, and know whether or not it could be “the one”.

It’s so much about listening and watching. How do they react to a particular house? To a particular location. To a house that could use a kitchen overhaul and then some. To a house that’s had a kitchen overhaul and then some. Pulling in their fantastic local lender to fill in the numbers end of the picture. Because how folks react to a home is very much impacted by their particular home buying big picture. And no one can make good decisions without information. Without people in their corner guiding them along the way.

I love this part of the journey. What I love even more is finding “the one”. With Katie and Krista, that took a few swings and misses. They ended up in second place twice, on really lovely houses, in really lovely locations. Fast forward a few months. We found ourselves walking into the loveliest house in the loveliest location. It was their favorite location yet. And we all felt it the minute we walked in the door.

Krista took one step in and said “This is it, this is our house!” And Katie and I knew she was right.

And she was.

There was TOUGH competition for the house. And TOUGH navigating of party sewer lines and oil tanks and leaning chimneys. But when it’s “the one”, it has a way of working out.

And it did. They hung in there. They stayed focused on the end game. They had a great team in their corner. And we all worked together to make it a go.

And now they have the lovely home in the lovely location. With home offices, a home gym, and room for guests. The home that checks so many boxes and then some. I can’t wait to see them make it their own!

Alberta Arts Farmhouse

Alberta Arts Farmhouse

5132 NE 14th Place | Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $599,900 | ML # 21167509

3 Bedrooms | 1.1 Baths | 1,997 SF

Alberta Arts Classic Farmhouse. Wrap around porch, vintage mouldings, flooring, hardware & lighting. Classic layout; 3 bedrooms upstairs, entry w/balustrade, formal living & dining rooms with high ceilings. Kitchen features working island, walk-in pantry and backyard access. Set up above the street on a private, sunny lot just a block from your abundant Alberta amenities.

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Bright, serene & classic Alberta bungalow

*OPEN HOUSES: SATURDAY, Sep. 18th, 2-4p and SUNDAY, Sep. 19th, 2-4p*

 

This sun-filled and serene Alberta Arts bungalow is an absolute classic that sits high off the street, and has been lovingly cared for and updated in so many ways. This is arguably one of the best locations in NE Portland, less than 2 blocks to Alberta Street and just north of the Going Street Greenway. This street is also a quiet bikeway, with friendly and community-forward neighbors.

As you approach the front door, you pass through the custom cedar fence and gate, surrounded with mature landscaping, and walk down the striking Montana flagstone pathway. Step through the front doors into two generous front rooms — dining room, and living room with fireplace — and you will immediately notice the original oak and fir floors that have been newly-refinished and sparkle in the bright morning light from the large east facing windows. You’ll pass under graceful arched entryways as you move through the first floor, through the kitchen to the breakfast nook and side door, past the bathroom with the original clawfoot tub, past the two first-floor bedrooms, and out the french doors to the covered deck and private backyard.

Just beyond that is the oversized 480sf detached garage that’s waiting for all of the studio, makerspace, and storage dreams to come true.

The second floor owner’s suite — remodeled in 2017 with wool carpet, skylights and a gorgeous reimagined bathroom — has a walk-in shower, dual-sink marble vanity and heated tile floors. It’s an oasis. Finally, the basement — with its 6’11” ceiling, 12’x19′ unfinished room and exterior entrance — is just waiting for a future build-out.

This house is built sturdy and has been well-cared for throughout the current 15 year ownership. This is a perfect opportunity for someone to take the next steps with their vision and inspiration!

 

Alberta Arts Paradise!

Alberta Arts Paradise!

4807 NE 21st Avenue, Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $779,000

  3 BEDROOM | 2.1 BATH |  2,660 SQFT
MLS #21422010 | TAXES: $4,674

Beautifully remodeled 1908 Alberta Arts bungalow w/ attention to period details. 3 bed, 2.1 bath light-filled home! Formal living + dining rooms, gorgeous kitchen + baths, original fir floors + bonus spaces. Basement has ext entrance, studio, family room + office. Situated on a corner lot, perfect for gardening + entertaining. Versatile + rare, this home has a walk score of 87 and a bike score of 82. Enjoy your private oasis and get around the city with ease.

PLEASE SEE LISTING FOR COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES.

WHAT’S AROUND – WANT TO GO FOR A WALK? A NIGHT OUT ON THE TOWN SOUND FUN? NEED TO GRAB SOME GROCERIES?

  • Salt & Straw
  • Proud Mary Cafe
  • Thicket Garden Center
  • Pine State Biscuits
  • Mimosa Studios – Paint Your Own Pottery
  • Alberta Park
  • Tin Shed Garden Cafe
  • Alberta Cooperative Grocery
  • Gumba
  • Petite Provence Boulangerie
  • Ecovibe
  • Bollywood Theater
  • Little Big Burger

HOUSE HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:

GENERAL FEATURES

  • Top to bottom remodel in 2005
  • Newer insulation
  • Newer 1/2” drywall
  • Original millwork, trim and Loraine style door hardware refinished and restored
  • Newer plumbing system throughout the house
  • Newer 1” water line
  • 35 year composition roof installed 2005
  • 9’ ceilings on main floor

ELECTRICAL

  • Newer 200 AMP electrical panel
  • California Lantern Company outdoor lights at front + back of house
  • Original light fixture above the second floor stairwell was rewired for modern use

PRIMARY SUITE

  • Bedroom, full bath and walk in closet on main floor
  • Walk in closet with wood shelving and laundry chute to the basement
  • Solar tube in shower keeps plants alive and lets moonlight in at night

POWDER ROOM

  • Rohl faucet and hardware
  • Vanity is custom built from a reclaimed Hemlock wood
  • Countertop is made from reclaimed marble

KITCHEN

  • Newer appliances: stainless steel dishwasher, refrigerator, cooktop with griddle and wok grate
  • Quartz countertops
  • Exhaust above cooktop is a 400CFM remote fan located in the attic

SECOND STORY

  • Delightful full bath with extra long soaking tub remodeled with period specific tile & fixtures from Rejuvenation
  • Linen closet has automatic light that illuminates when door is opened
  • 2 bedrooms with built ins and walk in closets
  • Lovely and bright sitting area just outside of bedrooms

FRONT PORCH

  • Complete restoration of front porch including steps, side knee-wall and top caps
  • Original yellow cedar screen and front doors
  • Original columns

BACK PORCH

  • Inviting enclosed back porch with built in bench overlooking the backyard
  • Spacious coat closet/mudroom

HVAC

  • Central air conditioning
  • Newer duct work
  • Newer gas line
  • Electric heat on enclosed back porch

WINDOWS

  • Original windows have been re-roped, re-weighed and restored
  • Newer windows are double paned
  • Egress window in art studio in basement
  • Newer vinyl sliding windows in basement
  • Original leaded glass in dining room, living room and side lights at front door

FLOORING

  • Main level flooring is original 1” thick fir
  • Second level flooring is original 3/4” thick fir
  • Epoxy coated floor in art studio and laundry room in basement
  • Flooring in family room is 100% vinyl planking

BASEMENT FEATURES

  • Separate entrance to basement from back yard
  • Entire staircase is new, with VG fir treads.   
  • 1-1/4” plywood shelving in basement reclaimed from a local automotive warehouse

MEDIA

  • Hardwired 4 zone speaker system: living room, primary bathroom, kitchen, family room.  The wires are routed from the basement closet to the west living room wall.

OUTDOOR SPACES

  • Charming and open front porch
  • Sunny front patio nestled among the gardens
  • Corner lot with beautiful landscaping on all sides, mature plants and abundant perennials
  • Drip irrigation system at front yard
  • Custom built tree fort with swings
  • 6’ cedar privacy fence
  • 7 x 12 garden shed

 



About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Classic NE Portland Bungalow

Classic NE Portland Bungalow

5930 NE 10th Ave | Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $499,900 | ML #21431658

2 Bedrooms | 1 Bath | 1,320 SF

Classic NE Portland Bungalow with exceptional yard and gardens. Vintage charm; woodwork, flooring, hardware, fireplace. Modern updates; renovated bathroom, dining room w/covered deck, exterior paint. Bonus basement office/studio and additional storage. Designed by master gardeners, this yard contains natives, mature trees, veggie beds, private chillaxing areas, bike parking, garden shed & espalier. Nestled between Alberta Arts & Woodlawn, all amenities within a mile; restaurants & cafes, grocery & goodies, parks & bike routes.

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Just Listed: Chic Alberta Arts NW Contemporary with ADU!

4857 NE 13th Ave.  Portland OR 97211

Offered at $945,000

Detached, spacious NW Contemporary home with permitted ADU for multi-generational needs, home office, or for renting! Open gourmet kitchen with quartz island, pantry storage & butler’s pantry. Windows galore for all-season natural light, high ceilings, custom cabinets, and built-ins. Private exterior side entrance and an interior staircase to the lower level allow for flexible use of the ADU space.  The fun Alberta Arts neighborhood is the perfect location for this live-in income-producing property. King Farmers Market, Alberta Co-op, Gumba, Proud Mary, Zilla Sake, Bye & Bye, and Salt & Straw are all right here!

Check out our 3D Self Guided Tour and Property Website for more details!

OPEN SATURDAY, August 21, from 1 – 3 p.m.

4 beds | 3.1 baths | 3067 sf

Lot Size:  .09 acre | Taxes:  $9591.71 | ML #21204670

 

 

 

 

 

Modern & Chic Abode with ADU

JUST LISTED – 412 N ALBERTA ST

Offered at $640,000

3 Bed | 3.5 Bath | 1860 SF | MLS# 21483637 | Taxes: $7403

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Step into this immaculate, modern attached home with a fantastic layout! Perched high off the street, the first level of the home is easy living. You’re going to love the kitchen: stainless steel appliances, gas range, quartz countertops and breakfast bar. The flow between the kitchen and living room in this open concept layout provides convenient space for entertaining and cozy evenings alike. 

 

Plenty of comfort on the third level with a generous primary en suite and a second large bedroom with full bathroom. You’ll find bright natural light in the bedrooms with the primary suite offering a generous walk-in closet and bathroom with extensive tile work.

 

The lower level is a spacious ADU for guests, family, or additional earning potential! ADU features a large open living space, a darling kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a full bathroom and a large bedroom. As a short-term rental, this space has generated between $2300-$2500 a month.

The home has an Earth Advantage Platinum rating with central air conditioning, gas forced air heating and double pane windows.

Fantastic location close to shops, parks, cafés and restaurants! Great for walking plus a bike score of 93! Fall in love with this modern, move-in-ready, townhome. It’s waiting for you!

Dreamy Alberta Oasis

Dreamy Alberta Oasis

4524 NE 12th Ave | Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $575,000 | ML # 21565798

3 Bedrooms | 1 Bath | 1,964 SF | 5,000 SF Lot

Dreamy Alberta Oasis. 3 bedroom with tuck-under garage & two bedrooms upstairs. Modern bathroom & kitchen, vintage millwork, tile & finish details and ample storage throughout. Updated systems and unfinished basement space. Formal dining room & sunny breakfast nook, covered front & back porches, master-tended gardens with natives, edibles, entertainment spaces and established goodies. Blocks from parks, grocery, bike routes & Alberta Arts amenities.

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ALBERTA ARTS BEAUTY OFF THE PARK

Alberta Arts Beauty Off The Park

5423 NE 19th Avenue, Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $569,000

  2 BEDROOM | 2 BATH |  1,806 SQFT
MLS #21280806 | TAXES:$4,262

Please see listing for Covid-19 safety procedures.

Live in the heart of Alberta! Keep the rainy days at bay in this colorful home with an open, modern flow, great light and bright spaces. 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms complete with delightful updates, a large bonus room that looks out to new landscaping in the backyard, and vaulted ceilings upstairs. With an 86 walk score, and 77 bike score, walk to shops, cafes, parks and get around the city with ease!

WHAT’S AROUND – WANT TO GO FOR A WALK? A NIGHT OUT ON THE TOWN SOUND FUN? NEED TO GRAB SOME GROCERIES?

      • Alberta Park
      • Handsome Pizza
      • Podnah’s BBQ
      • Little Aviv
      • Hat Yai
      • Tiffin Asha
      • Extracto Coffee
      • Wilder
      • Ichiza Kitchen
      • New Seasons
      • Walgreens
      • Petite Provence
      • Proud Mary Cafe
      • Salt & Straw
      • Bollywood Theatre
      • The People’s Yoga

HOUSE HIGHLIGHTS + FEATURES:

      • Creative and colorful home with delightful updates in the heart of Alberta
      • Open modern flow with great light and bright spaces, and hardwood floors
      • Modern kitchen with chic appliances, wood cabinets, ample storage & laundry
      • 2 bedrooms, 1 bath up, 1 full bath on the main level
      • Bonus space upstairs is the perfect home office, craft room or music studio
      • Large bonus room opens out to back deck and beautifully landscaped backyard
      • Intentionally designed yard and garden with irrigation system and gas fire pit
      • Primary bedroom has balcony overlooking the backyard and garden
      • Newer siding, furnace, water and sewer lines and updated electrical

 



About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Alberta Arts

Alberta Arts Farmhouse

4624 NE 15th Ave | Portland, Ore 97211

Offered at $475,000 | ML # 21545557

3 Bedrooms | 1 Bath | 1,559 SF

Alberta Arts. Vintage charm throughout; high ceilings, built-ins, woodfloors. Renovated kitchen features new cabs, quartz countertops & sunny nook with breakfast/coffee bar. 2 bedrooms up, 1 on the main. Set off street w/a wonderful backyard; southern exposure, detached garage w/bonus room, parking & gardening spaces. Updated electrical, plumbing, windows, appliances, lighting. Just a few blocks from coffee, noodles, biscuits & mojitos. Nearby parks & transit lines, bike routes & grocery.

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Envisioning Full Circle

Some things in this world seem very out of reach for many of us. Purchasing a home has historically been and currently resides a momentous feat for most. Helping first time buyers take that leap into home ownership is one of the most meaningful aspects of this career. Guiding their grasp on the reigns of the adventurous ride of first time home buying is always full of reward.

Today was particularly special in this experience. Today one of my clients became an American citizen and closed on their first home. In the same day.

In a year, in a world, in a transaction where little of this seemed obtainable, all the pieces came together. The truly biggest of Congratulations to this incredible family. It’s been a bounty of heartstrings pulling this one to the finish line. I am moved by the honor of being a part of this epoch day in your lives. Welcome Home.

Alberta Arts Bungalow

Alberta Arts Bungalow

4702 NE 20th Ave | Portland, OR 97211

Offered at $499,900 | ML #20421329

3+ Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | 3,206 SF

Alberta Arts Bungalow. Gorgeous layout with front porch & sunny entry, formal dining room & large kitchen with island & breakfast nook. Vintage mouldings, wood floors, lighting & fireplace. 2 bedrooms & bonus room upstairs. Office, bedroom & renovated bathroom on the main. Private backyard w/patio & natives. Detached garage, updated windows, systems & significant efficiency upgrades. Blocks from Alberta amenities, parks, transit, bike routes.

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SUPERCHARGE YOUR HOME VIBE! IT’S A PARTY AT ECOVIBE HOME JUST FOR YOU!

Come get everything you need for your home during our “Celebrating Alberta Street” store event at ECOVIBE Home on Thursday, February 27th from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.

~ 1906 NE ALBERTA STREET, PORTLAND OR 97211 ~

Join us for this 2-hour event and receive 15% off the entire store. Spend $150 or more and get 20% off! ECOVIBE Home has amazing plants (a plant expert is on staff daily)  rugs, throws, throw pillows, candles, and so much more!

Stop in, shop, and enjoy Thai salad rolls and sparkly sodas!

 

 

About Us:
Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

LAST THURSDAY ON ALBERTA-WORK BY KAITLYN CARR-KIPROTICH

LAST THURSDAY ON ALBERTA STREET

JOIN ARYNE + DULCINEA AS WE CELEBRATE

THE ART OF 

KAITLYN CARR-KIPROTICH

THURSDAY, JANUARY 30th 6:00 – 8:00 PM • 1401 NE Alberta Street

KAITLYN CARR-KIPROTICH

 

Kaitlyn Carr-Kiprotich married Gideon. Gideon is African and Kaitlyn is Caucasian; their marriage informs her studio practice, primarily collage and textile work. “Navigating Race and Ethnicity” is an ongoing series of paper collages depicting their daily interactions. The slow process of paper cut-outs allows ample time for self-reflection on her experiences of being in an interracial relationship. Some of the memories mulled over are pleasant, while others leave her feeling uncomfortable. Perhaps this is also true for the viewer. Because paper is something that many people have been familiar with since childhood, the material and simple renderings provide an approachable aesthetic to a complex subject. The mundanity of one image generates widely different reactions from viewers. Her goal is creating art that contributes to the dialogue on race and identity, and encourages others—whatever their background—to consider their history and experiences.

 

 

About Us:
Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Brooklyn ♥︎ Portland

It was raining hard that Saturday, but even under their Pacific Northwest appropriate rain gear, I could see, as the walked up the front steps, Dan and Allison had style. They stepped into the newly revamped mid century ranch I was hosting, careful to shake the drops from their slickers and shoes before crossing into the doorway, and audibly aahhhhed at the beauty of the Alameda home. I greeted them and in just a few minutes, we were connecting like old friends. They had moved to Portland after living some years in Brooklyn, their apartment not far from where I spent my last four years in Red Hook, prior to moving home to our City of Roses.

From their love of food to their eyewear accessories, I knew we were going to have kinship. They were just stopping by the open house, not necessarily home shopping, but curious about the market, content in their current Alberta neighborhood rental. Less than an hour and a half later, I received a call from Dan. They sincerely enjoyed meeting me and would I help them find a house in Portland? It was a match!

I had the delightful joy of helping them over the next few months, taking them to a spectrum of Portland homes, blended in their age and style. Allison wanted something with the charm of Old Portland. Dan needed something very well constructed to ease his nerves about the possible approaching earthquake. We found just what we were hoping for in Beaumont Wilshire, keeping them close in to the amenities of Alberta street which they so love. They’re just the type of people those of us who grew up here, hope for in the folks that move to our beloved city from out of state. They are endlessly kind, attentive to detail, retain a sincere desire to give back and participate in every way possible, care about their impact, and truly adore the chance to involve themselves in their surroundings. Brooklyn is home to many, many magnificent people. I dare to say, I’m delighted Portland has been able to snag these two and give them roots here through the discovery of home ownership and beyond.

Thank you so very much Dan and Allison! May Portland bring you all the discoveries this city has to offer for years to come!

Caroling + Coat Drive

The businesses of Block 14 are hosting a festive event! From 5-7pm, stop in the shops for treats and special deals. Keep your ears open for carolers! Aryne + Dulcinea will be at the Living Room Realty office with refreshments. Come in and say hi, and drop off a new coat for the Living Room Realty coat drive.

• 1401 NE Alberta St •
December 7th, 5:00 – 7:00 pm

Kim Hamblin Last Thursday Artist Reception

PLEASE JOIN US THURSDAY

October 31st 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Kim Hamblin’s Installation opens as part of Last Thursday
October 31st from 6-8pm at Living Room Realty’s NE Alberta Office.

 

A beautifully unique blend of paper cutting, painting, and mixed media, Kim Hamblin’s art is termed cut paper assemblage. The therapeutic process consists of cutting the paper to the desired shape, then painting, layering, glueing, pressing, and finally founding them to plywood with tiny nails, repeating the process for each piece of paper. Once the piece is assembled, a clear coat goes on top, followed by a frame. Kim’s art is influenced by her collection of old books, nature, and life, with images relating to the sciences of anatomy, botany, entomology, and zoology.

 

 

 

About Us:
Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

It Could Have Been a Hard Deal – But it Wasn’t

You don’t have to be an asshole in real estate to meet your clients needs and close a hard sale.  I like to think outside the box.  It helps to understand the agent on the other end of the transaction, To really listen to them when they express their clients needs in a transaction.  When I am representing buyers I always try and put myself in the sellers shoes even though I’m not representing them.  Building trust, getting a shit-ton of bids and being a good communicator is what every good buyers agent should be doing.  Kindness and wisdom can keep a deal together. You don’t have to bring an inflated ego to real estate deals.  Work together and your outcome can be a happy seller, happy buyers, and happy agents.  Buying a house doesn’t have to be hard.
Tracy!  —–It was a pleasure working with you…again, and we appreciate the efforts of a pro like yourself. I believe (buyers with) another agent could not have kept them from running for the hills on this property. Your cool head and problem solving approach is refreshing, thank you. Good luck to your clients”
Chris Guin
Real Estate Broker®
Dwell Realty

Curb Appeal Vol. 12: Spotlight – Portland’s Concordia Neighborhood

THE MARKET

Portland’s Concordia neighborhood, situated north of Alameda and Beaumont-Wilshire, is one of the most desirable boroughs in the city’s Northeast quadrant. This rapidly growing area earned its name from Concordia University, a private liberal arts school located in the heart of the district. With nearly 3,800 households and an occupancy rate of 96%, Concordia is home to approximately 10,000 residents. As of 2019, Portland Monthly calculates the average home sale price at $535,783, which has increased from $518,304 since 2018.

 

WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT CONCORDIA

Portland’s Concordia neighborhood experienced a significant growth spurt in the 19th century after the devastating Vanport flood displaced 17,500 inhabitants. In the following decades, Portland’s Concordia neighborhood became one of most diverse and creative boroughs city-wide, serving as a hub for local artists. This history continues to have a major influence on the area, as Alberta Street remains one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Earning a Walk Score of 76, residents of the Concordia neighborhood area can walk to an average of seven eateries and bars within five minutes.

 

TOP DESTINATIONS

Dinner: Wilder
Brunch: Proud Mary Coffee
Nightlife: Dame
Parks: Fernhill Park

DEMOGRAPHICS (2010 CENSUS)

Residents: 9,550
Average Age: 35.4
Under 18 years: 16.2%
18 to 64 years: 75.7%
65 years and over: 8.1%

COMPARABLE NEIGHBORHOODS

Creston-Kenilworth
Average Home: $461,199

Roseway
Average Home: $428,144

North Tabor
Average Home: $489,662

Mt. Scott-Arleta
Average Home: $389,494

Curious about life in Portland’s Concordia neighborhood? Get in touch with us!

 

 

About Us:
Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Prescott Proud

324 NE Prescott Street

PORTLAND, OREGON 97211


OFFERED AT $524,900

3 BEDROOM | 2 BATH | 1,880 SQFT
MLS #
19596166 | TAXES:$3,583

Just one block from Wilshire Park, this proud little bungalow has a lot to say! Perfectly located between Alberta Arts District & Beaumont Village, blocks to New Seasons & Kennedy School. Two bedrooms & a full bath on the main floor. Cozy living room w/ gas fireplace, opens to an updated kitchen w/ french doors leading to the large deck & lush backyard complete w/ garden beds & hot tub—ideal for outdoor entertaining! Upper level boasts a serene master suite w/ full bath. Clean, unfinished lower level for laundry, storage or finishing opportunity!

Just Listed: Concordia Contemporary

5423 NE 32nd Pl

Portland, OR 97211


This contemporary townhouse-style condo in Concordia is the perfect blend of style and function. Large picture windows provide ample natural light and the open layout is inviting to all.
The gourmet kitchen features an extra long quartz island, WOLF range and plenty of cabinet space. Have a seat along the island or in the nearby dining room. Relax in the large open living room complete with a gas fire place, built in shelving and a wall-size sliding door to the covered deck. An office or extra bedroom on the main level rounds out the main living space.
Upstairs you’ll find a master suite with a luxurious master bath featuring a beautifully tiled shower, vanity with double sinks and a soaking tub.  Two additional bedrooms with spacious closets and plush carpet are down the hall, along with a large bathroom and full laundry room.
Downstairs is a private living space accessible from the main home or through a private entrance. Complete with a full master suite, family room, kitchen and laundry hook up. With plenty of natural light and a sliding door to a covered patio and the backyard, this is the perfect space to earn extra income as a short term rental.
You can’t beat this location! Two blocks to New Seasons and close to all of the NE hot spots on Killingsworth and Alberta.

OFFERED AT $799,900

5 BEDROOM | 3.5 BATH | 2,698 SQFT
MLS# 19368163 
| TAXES: $8,885.09

 

JUST LISTED: BUNGALOW DREAMS IN ALBERTA ARTS

4904 NE 29th Ave

PORTLAND, OR 97211


Have you been dreaming of that classic Portland Bungalow with great bones, just waiting to be made your own? This is it! Lots of original charm including high ceilings, two bedrooms, and original hardwood on the main floor. The finished upstairs is ready for your vision of a true master suite. A partially finished, dry, and immediately usable basement with private entrance also awaits. Walk out onto the large back deck perfect for grilling and chilling. Great backyard has space to add an ADU or parking from the alley behind. All the amenities of Alberta Street right out your front door. Move right in and get started on your projects at your leisure!

OFFERED AT $499,900

3 BEDROOM | 1 BATH | 2,197 SQFT
MLS#19302873 | TAXES: $3,499.32

Beauty in the Heart of the Alberta Arts Neighborhood

As a resident of the Alberta Arts Neighborhood I have become used to the vibrant visual arts that decorate the storefronts and homes in my neck of the woods.  So used to it sometimes, that I can often put my head down and go about my life with the regular routine without taking the time to look up and notice what has changed or remind myself how exceptional this neighborhood is.  I was walking my dog the other night and happened to look up and was struck by what seemed to me a perfect picture, the courtyard of the commercial building around the corner from me at night lit beautifully.  Sometimes I am moved to capture these moments and so I did.  I often struggle with how to manage these bursts of light, whether to file them away in my personal experience or share them with others.  My experience of this neighborhood is more than just a great place to live with yummy food, small hidden gems or quirky installations, it is a sensory experience that is a constant reminder of the city’s history, creativity and embrace of what brings us together.  I love that one mental snapshot can wake me up to this and it happens more here than any other place I have lived.

Beautiful Alberta Arts!

Beautiful Alberta Arts full of exquisite architectural elements! This grand home boasts formal living and dining rooms, a large updated kitchen, full bathroom, and family room on the main. Three large bedrooms, full bathroom, breezeway and laundry upstairs. This home is flooded with light and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Basement is partially finished with one bedroom plus a bonus room and is spacious with high ceilings and wonderful ADU potential. Large and newly landscaped backyard complete with deck and patio. A walker’s paradise with a score of 91 and a bike score of 81— get to everything with ease. Move in and enjoy!

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About Us:
Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Albert Arts Delight!

Just listed! 4903 NE 32nd Place, Portland, OR 97211

This classic, light-filled 4-bed, 1-bath home is complete with traditional wood built-ins and trim, hard wood floors, butler’s pantry, and formal living and dining rooms. Basement has great ADU potential with lots of space and high ceilings. Step out into a lush backyard and garden with alley access. Walk to cafes, yoga, music venues, Wilshire Park, New Seasons, or soak at McMenamins Kennedy School. With a walk score of 83 and a bike score of 89, the city is all yours!

4 bed | 1 bath | 3052 sq. ft. | $539,000
MLS# 18548299| Taxes: $3210 Lot Size: .09 Acres

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Kathy Bayless – April Last Thursday Artist

Kathy Bayless – A Passion for Flowers

Opening Reception: April 26th, 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Living Room Realty

1401 NE Alberta St

Portland, OR 97211

Close observation of the natural world is a constant source of inspiration to me. I photograph flowers that interest me and choose my favorite images to paint. Using the photos as a reference, I paint with the intent to reflect the gesture and details of the individual flowers. My utmost desire, however, is to capture the sublime beauty inherent in the flowers.

Show April 26th – July 23rd

 

About Us:
Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.