Restored Midcentury on .55 Acres

Single Level Living with Development Potential

16945 NE Glisan St., | Portland, OR 97230

Offered at $450,000 | MLS # 24538469

3 Bedrooms  | 1 Bath |  1,132 sq. ft.

 

Restored midcentury ranch on a massive .55 acre lot! Step into this charming property and you’ll immediately notice that it lives larger than its size, with excellent flow from room to room and updated finishes. Relax by the fire in the sunny living room, cook meals in the eat-in kitchen with brand new appliance package, or recharge in one of the spacious bedrooms. The full, to-the-studs remodel over the last few years includes a new roof, new siding, new windows, new electrical and plumbing, new hot water heater, new paint and carpet, and so much more.

Create your dream backyard paradise on this rare, massive lot in the city that’s ready for your green thumb, hold onto this home as an excellent rental property, or explore subdividing or developing the lot into many units with the Residential Infill Project.

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Creekside Oasis

Light Filled Contemporary on Fanno Creek

7705 SW Gentle Woods Dr., | Tigard, OR 97224

Offered at $750,000 | MLS # 24640456

4 Bedrooms  | 2.5 Bath |  2,411 sq. ft.

 

Desirable updated contemporary retreat on Fanno Creek! Live like you’re on vacation every day of the year with peaceful water views from the deck and out every back window. This property features soaring vaulted ceilings, unique architectural details, an updated kitchen with brand new appliance package and designer tile, and an open-concept great room with skylights and stunning fireplace.

There are four true bedrooms here, including a spacious, hotel-like primary retreat with renovated ensuite bath and large walk-in closet. Spend your weekends in the sun-soaked bonus room with clerestory windows that’s perfect for movie watching, listening to records, creating art, or as a home office.

Extensive updates include brand new white oak engineered flooring, new carpets, updated paint and  lighting, new hot water heater, and so much more. Enjoy living in this ideal location on a quiet street that’s just minutes to schools, transit, and shopping and dining at Bridgeport Village. Seller is licensed Realtor in Oregon. 

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Just Listed! Custom Designed Mid-Century Tree House!

Custom Designed Mid-Century Tree House!  $499,900!

17921 S Dick Dr. Oregon City, OR 97045
OPEN HOUSE Saturday (6/12) From 12pm-2pm

One Of A Kind Custom Designed Home By Local Woman Architect. Two Tax Lots Are Included In This Sale. Storage Galore! Only 2 Owners. Light Spills Into Each Space Through Large Windows & High Ceilings. Enjoy Your Morning Tea Overlooking Nature On Your Expansive Front Deck Perched High For Those Breathtaking Views. Every Day Feels Like A Retreat W/ Natural Sounds & Sights In Your Wooded Oasis. Easy Access To Kayaking In Clackamas River, Parks, Small Boat Launch, Convenient Location Between Mountains & Coast!

3 bed w/ Office | 2 bath | 2,220 sq. ft. | 2 Detached Garage | 1.59 Acres
MLS#  21283542  | Taxes: $4,796.42 2020 (Combined For Both Tax Lots)
Listed By Kristin + Jason Anderson w/ Living Room Realty
Call Or Email For More Information:
kristinanderson@livingroomre.com
503.927.2699

Just Sold! Timeless Tree-Lined Estate

My client just sold this sumptuous North Plains estate!  It sits on 40 verdant acres of pristine, woodland space. Endless amenities here including a gated, tree-lined entryway that leads to a paved double-wide driveway and 3-car garage. Inside, the home boasts 5,532 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. You’ll find open, coffered ceilings with thoughtful detailing throughout. A large kitchen with double-doored pantry leads to a formal dining area. Enjoy breathtaking views from the large back deck, perfect for outdoor entertainment. A 96X120 equestrian facility with oversized stalls and a large shop are on site. Ample riding trails on bordering BLM land are sure to pique the interest of your inner adventurer. Just minutes from Hillsboro/Portland and Intel. Congratulations to my client on this big sale, and thank you to Tran Rogers at RE/MAX for bringing the buyer! What a fantastic home.

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Just Sold! Entertainer’s Nature Oasis

My clients just closed on a spacious split-level where they can spend the day in nature and run home to entertain. The large home is situated at the base of Powell Butte Nature Park. Inside is packed with character and features large living spaces, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Downstairs, the basement has endless potential for socializing or lounging with a kitchen, bar and family room. Enchanting backyard with plenty of trees and pretty side and rear decks. 

Let me know how I can help you find your dream home!

 

Gorgeous 1-level Retreat on Powell Butte

Powell Butte Retreat Home

16442 SE High Meadow Loop | Portland, OR 97236

Offered at $399,900 | ML # 20362113

Gorgeous one-level retreat, nestled up to Powell Butte Nature Park. Extensive backyard features; pond & waterfall, patio, gardens, established native flora & private entrance to the trail system. Vaulted ceilings, expansive master en suite with soaking tub, shower, walk-in closet & backyard access. Ample storage, oversized garage, laundry room, island kitchen with nook and formal dining room. Sunny spaces & great flow throughout.

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Adventures in Real Estating: Selling During Covid

This dreamy South Tabor farmhouse of infinite possibilities just sold in the midst of covid panic at $52k over asking with 7 offers in just 3 days.  Many congratulations to my client — all his hard work getting this gem ready for market paid off big time!

Before covid began, we met to discuss how he could best prep his home for the market.  I always recommend scheduling a consult and walk through with your REALTOR® before embarking on home projects. This can save you lots of time and money, as we are able to identify which changes will have the greatest impact on your sale in the current market. In this case, most of the work was focused on the exterior, but inside, fresh white paint and top notch staging brought the house to life in a whole new way!

 

 

 

Here is the living, dining area and kitchen before…

 

 

 

 

 

And after!!

 

 

 

 

 

It was as if the whole house sprang to life! I remember walking through after it was painted and could practically feel the walls beaming and calling out for the next stewards of home.

view from South Tabor

One of the aspects I love most about this home is the SPACE! All kinds of spaces for all kinds of imaginable fun. Outside there is not only a nice sized grassy backyard + side yard perfect for garden beds, but also a hot-tub cabana, big locking bike shed and a carport with storage and workbench. Inside, the 3 bedroom/2 bath home also includes a den and office upstairs while the basement offers a finished bonus room, laundry area and unfinished space for storage or projects. But I think my FAVORITE space is the upstairs bathroom ~ clawfoot tub and Mt. Tabor views? Yes, please!!

 

My seller put a lot of love into creating a lush grassy backyard where an old blank deck lived before and added many sweet details and upgrades to the exterior to boost curb appeal and honor the 1910 vintage of the home.

When the time came to list, we had just hit the 1 month mark into this new covid reality and I offered my best advice on competitive pricing as things were still feeling a bit uncertain in the market of pandemic proportions. Covid protocol for all potential buyers meant current preapproval letters, masks, shoe covers and hand washing at the beginning and ending of each showing. No more than 3 people in the house at a time and 30 minute showings with 15 minute buffers. When the listing went live we had  immediate interest and within 48 hours over 40 showings were scheduled.  Three days later, my seller went pending with a solid offer that beat out 6 others at $52,000 over asking and stellar terms.

Throughout this transaction, both my seller and the agent on the other side were excellent communicators, easy to work with, and at the end of the day everyone wrapped up feeling really happy about the outcome. I am deeply grateful to my client for his ease in trusting my expertise and putting in the time and energy to give his house the best possible outcome in our market.

These are the stories that really light up my spirit: feeling the energy of a home brighten up with a little bit of love and elbow grease ~ the house that calls in its new owner like a match that was meant to be ~ clients’ joys of new beginnings ~ and navigating through unprecedented times with presence, awareness and clear communication. If you are curious about the market in these times, or are looking at buying or selling now or down the road, I am happy to chat over some socially distanced coffee or tea. Let’s connect!

Stay safe out there, be gentle with yourself, and take care of each other ~ we will get through this ❤️

 

 

 

Many Blessings,

Sarah

 

 

Exploring NW Portland – Hoyt Arboretum

With spring peeking at us and the need to keep our social distance I wanted to share one of my favorite places with you. When I moved to Portland 19 years ago I explored this city like it was Atlantis, I wanted to take it all in and didn’t want to miss anything. After about a month of exploring I found myself at Hoyt Arboretum, what a dream. The Wildwood trail quickly became one of my favorites for a run or a slow morning stroll.

The arboretum is a curated museum with over 6,000 trees and more than 2300 different species from over 170 families, including 67 rare or endangered species. The collection was designed in 1930 by horticulturist and landscape designer John W. Duncan and I think if he could see how his vision has come to fruition he would be proud, it’s a very special place. If you live nearby I encourage you to take some time to connect with nature here, trails are still open though the visitors center is closed. If you don’t live in NW explore your local parks and trails, we’re fortunate to live in a city that has preserved the ability to connect with nature in some way in almost every neighborhood.

Please take care of yourselves, if we’re all socially responsible now we can get back to life as we knew it sooner rather than later. I’m sending love and gratitude out into the world and hoping the best for us all.

Neighborhood Spotlight: Powell Butte Nature Park

One of the best things about Portland is you can be out running errands and decide to pop up and do a quick hike in the middle of the city. A jaunt up Mt. Tabor is an obvious way to burn off some morning donuts found on Hawthorne, and Powell Butte Nature Park is ideal if you want a quick escape to 600+ wide open acres. You can even bring your horse!

The city officially established Powell Butte as a nature park in 1987. It opened to the public in 1990 and is managed by Portland Parks & Recreation.

Today, there are miles of trails for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. Keep an eye out for abundant wildlife, including rabbits, ring-necked pheasants, ground squirrels, raccoons, gray foxes, skunks, bats, chipmunks, coyotes, and black-tailed mule deer.

Powell Butte Nature Park

16160 SE Powell Blvd

Stats Courtesy: portlandoregon.gov

Urban Oasis in St John’s

8252 N. Johnswood Dr.

Portland, OR 97203

Marvelous 3 bedroom home, with an amazing, Backyard Habitat Certified yard that opens to large lot to the south – creating private, park like setting. Yard includes deck, fruit trees, & a rain garden with native plants. Home is light and bright with the perfect open floor plan, and large kitchen with expansive counter space and pantry. Cozy up to the gas fireplace in the living room on the cool fall evenings. Vaulted, airy stairway leads to all 3 bedrooms upstairs. Plus home is energy efficient with a high home energy score! Close to downtown St Johns and Pier Park.

OFFERED AT $345,000

3 BEDROOM | 1.1 BATH | 1,632 SQFT