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JUST LISTED: Corner Unit Across From Greenspace In Beaverton

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2476 NW Crosswater Terrace,

Beaverton OR 97006 

Offered at $425,000

2 Bed 2.5 Bath

Beaverton, OR 97006

 

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Bright, Spacious Corner Unit Across From Greenspace In Beaverton! No Rental Cap! Upon Entrance, You Are Greeted With A Charming Fenced Patio Front Yard. A Home To Enjoy In All Seasons. Nest Thermostat Making Life A Breeze. Enjoy A Newer AC During The Summer Heat & Cozy Up To A Newly Installed Electric Fireplace During The Winter & Fall Season. Updated Kitchen Features Include New Dishwasher & Deep Set Walk-In Pantry. Work From Home Made Convenient With Cat 6 Wired Internet To Loft Space Upstairs. Primary Bedroom Ensuite Bathroom With Jetted Soak Tub & Walk-In Closet. Second Bedroom With Vaulted Ceilings & Deep Set Closet. Unit Includes Laundry With Washer & Dryer. Parking Made Easy With Street Parking Out Front Along With Spacious 2 Car Garage.  Great Location In Arbor Reserve! Easy Access to Bethany, Nike, Hwy-26, Intel, Shopping At Tanasbourne Village, Restaurants, Parks, Claremont Golf Club, Bronson Creek Greenway, Bars, Coffee Shops & More!

OPEN HOUSE Saturday (6/25) From 10am – 12pm

OFFERED AT $425,000

2 BEDROOM | 2.5 BATH | 1613 SQFT

MLS# 22637901 | TAXES: $2,917.99 (2021)

HOA $215.57/Month 

 

New Beginnings

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I met Andrea at an open house and we immediately connected. Recently divorced, she was looking for a fresh start and a new condo to go along with her new lifestyle. She wanted to have enough room for herself and her two small dogs, some outdoor space and to keep the price reasonable so she could get back to what she loves–travel!  We thought it would be a breeze because the condo market isn’t as tight as the single-family home market so we went out on our search with lots of hope! 

The very first listing we saw she was in love. It was a nice stylish condo with some lovely updates. But there were so many offers! We found another one in the same complex, and again so many offers. A third… so many offers. The listing agent told us there was someone buying up all of these units with cash and renting them out because there was no rental cap. Ah-hah! Well, that explains why we were running into so much competition! We decided to move on from that complex.

Andrea went to an open house a couple weeks later and really liked the home but it was a studio and not quite big enough. Then, when a one-bedroom came on the market just next door she called me immediately and we jumped on it. We walked in and she knew this was it. The high ceilings made it feel so spacious! She was drawn to the modern finishes, appliances, quartz countertops and the openness of the living area and kitchen. The location was perfect in Beaverton: close to her job, close proximity to Nike, Cedar Hills entertainment, Beaverton Town Center, accessibility to the freeway and even right next to an aquatic center! The complex had so much to offer as well: clubhouse, pool, gym and jacuzzi.

We went all in and our offer was accepted. Now Andrea has a home she loves! She is investing in herself, trusting her gut and will have money left over for the things that are important to her. She said it best: “I try not to plan my life around someone else because when I focus on what I want and follow my instincts, things tend to work out for me.” Way to go, sister! What an honor it is to be a part of this experience with you.

Key day and a fresh start for Andrea!

 

 

Just Sold! Bountiful Beginnings in Beaverton

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Matthew and Jonathan have been the best of clients throughout the entire process of buying their first home. As we all know, the market in the Portland area favors the sellers. Matthew and Jonathan had a couple unsuccessful bidding wars under their belt already when they found a place that really caught their eye. Their new townhouse is in a wonderful Beaverton location right across the street from Nike World Headquarters. Featuring 3 beds and a lovely open floor plan, the home also has a spacious kitchen and oversized 2 car garage. It just so happens Matthew loves woodworking and Jonathan is passionate about cooking. Now they have a place for each of them to cultivate their passions! Congratulations to them on this monumental accomplishment, and I wish them nothing but happiness in their beautiful new home.

Just Listed: Light & Bright Hillsboro Ranch

Posted on by Tracey Henkels

JUST LISTED: 2457 NE GRANT ST

Offered at $399,900
3 Bed | 2 Bath |  SF 1414 | MLS# 20106662  | Taxes: $2860
2457 NE Grant St, Hillsboro OR 97124

This well-maintained and inviting one level Ranch is the one! You’re going to love the fantastic layout, comfortable features and wonderful location!

Entering the foyer and into the living room, you are immediately greeted with vaulted ceilings and wonderful natural light. Open to the living room is a large dining room with plenty of room for relaxation and gatherings alike!

Make your way through the heart of the home and you’ll find an open concept kitchen with an eating bar that flows nicely into a family room. Big windows overlooking the backyard and a wood fireplace make this space feel both spacious and inviting.

The layout and flow throughout the home is easy to navigate and absolutely ideal for a home of this size. Through the hall, you’ll find a full bathroom and 2 bedrooms filled with great natural light. A lovely primary suite with two large closets and a lovely mirrored barn door to the bathroom.

This home has been carefully maintained with a newer furnace, A/C and double pane vinyl windows! Rounding out the home is a nice sized laundry room and 2-car garage with plenty of storage.

Step outside into a beautiful, oversized backyard! Established landscaping and greenery surround a patio ready for entertaining or lounging on hot summer days. Plus, you’ll love what bounty the warmer weather brings including roses, lilacs & mature fruit trees: apple, Asian pear, plums and grapevines. The yard is fully fenced for privacy which makes this a delightful space for entertaining and Fido-friendly too! Located in a quiet neighborhood walking distance to MAX, Shopping Center and Shadywood Park with trails and a playground. Easy commute to Intel, Nike and HWY 26. This is a wonderful place to call home!

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The Hunt for Buried Treasure

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Sam & Alex are such a classy pair. Very down to earth and know what they want, which makes working together such a joy.

We had been working with Sam & Alex in their home search for a few months when we received an exciting call from them one weekend. They had been to an open house and while they were walking around the neighborhood they met one of the neighbors that gave them the inside scoop that the next door neighbor was planning on selling their home in the next couple of weeks. They quickly called Jason and told them about the buried treasure they had found and told him to work his magic to make it theirs.

Jason acted quickly and found out that even though the home wasn’t even on the market that there was another interested party that we would be competing against. Talk about a competitive market. But Jason didn’t allow this to be a deterrent and as a team we all worked together to craft an offer that the seller couldn’t refuse and to capture their attention before getting into a bidding war with the other party that had submitted their offer.

After a number of great conversations with the seller, Jason was able to deliver the fantastic news that Sam & Alex were officially in contract! We all celebrated and got to work on inspections while Alex & Sam dreamed up how they would make this home theirs.

It warmed our hearts the way their families championed them and gathered around them while they made paint decisions and planned out how each room would be configured. Soon, we were soaring through the inspection and appraisal process and back at the home with Alex’s parents doing jump shots in the front yard.

And thanks to the amazing team work of everyone involved we were able to close 4 days ahead of schedule.

Alex & Sam, we are sooooo happy for you both and are so excited to see the sparkle you both bring to your new home. Cheers to you both and to an amazing start to 2020!

 

Burbin’ it Up.

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I’m loving the amount of time I get to spend on the west side of Portland lately – I’m helping a few client partners buy and sell in Beaverton and Hillsboro, respectively. #nikelife #intellife

Sure, the ‘burbs can get a bad rep, but you know what? There’s something about the rolling fields, big lots, and solid construction – both new and old – on the west side. This pathway to the Oregon Coast has incredible history. I was just looking into Hillsboro’s history as part of this blog entry, and learned that “Rowdy” Roddy Piper lived there. I had no idea! You? If you’re interested in learning more about the area, including some random trivia factoids, you can click HERE.

My family and I are considering a move soon, to get closer to Nike (where my husband works). Plus, I want more land for my kiddos to roam. Give me a greenbelt and NW Contemporary design, stat! Something like this, thankyouverymuch (seriously, let let me know if you live in a house like the one pictured and are considering selling):

This will, I’m sure, be a great exercise, as we’ll be selling and buying a home ourselves. Stay tuned, I’m sure there will be stories to share on that front, especially considering we’ve been in our home in North Portland for ten years. Like, before children. As in, “Quick, close that closet!” I’m looking forward to the valuable reminder of what it’s like to truly walk in my client partners’ shoes during real estate transactions, and hope to draw some helpful tools for me to further aid you in the process, and deliver exceptional client service.

I’d love to hear from you if you’re a west sider. What parts do you love best? What school(s) should we considering? What’s your favorite Teriyaki joint? Park/playground? Coffee shop?

Better yet, reach out if you’re game for meeting at said coffee shop, and we can compare notes about #burblife.

Till then, high fives!

My Clients Rock! (Literally)

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Hi and happy Summer! Here’s a story about my recent sale in SW Portland, where I helped my clients prep and sell their home they’d been in for 24 years. Its location is incredible, a daylight ranch that’s five minutes to Nike and it sits on an oversized lot – complete with chicken coops! Mike and Terri are total “do-ers” – they go into everything with gusto and have a zest for life. I’ve known Terri for years – we used to work together – and when she reached out to tell me it was time, I was super excited for them.

The reason? They had bought an opal mine in Nevada and were ready for their next adventure. Awesome.

We had some work to do to dial up their house and get it ready for the market. Mike and Terri embraced our recommendations for updating the paint palette, swapping out light fixtures, and freshening up the landscaping. Take a look at the before (bear in mind, taken with my iPhone, not professionally shot):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And here is after:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

They were able to get their house under contract for the price they hoped to get, and turns out the new owners are equally terrific and it sounds like they are going to love the home as much as Mike and Terri did. I love it when it works out that way.

Mike and Terri also hit it off with my kiddo Tycho, who happens to also love geology. When Tycho heard about the opal that was made when an asteroid struck a tree and turned it into a gemstone, he was hooked.

Have you been in your home but are itching to make a change? Don’t know where to start when it comes to paring back all. That. Stuff. ? Please consider giving me a call. I have a keen eye for what it takes to get a home shining its best and how some simple changes can have big impact. Plus, I’ll bust my buns to help get it done for you. #callgab

Till then, high fives!

 

First time home buyer in a competitive price range

Posted on by Julia Robertson

These happy campers relocated from New York less than a year ago. They just closed on the most perfect 1940’s cape cod style home in North Portland. We’ve been on a search for a home under $450k, with character, room to improve, in an up-n-coming neighborhood and close enough commute to Nike. I’d like to say it was an easy search, but this is a popular search for North Portland! We wrote multiple over asking price offers, giving desirable concessions to seller… but lucking out, as runner up or back up offer on these homes. One home in particular, they had their eye on was removed from the market for a month. Although we really wanted to write an offer on that property, the seller had to find a suitable 1031 exchange property on the east coast, while living in the Netherlands. Sound complicated? Yup! We continued to look at other homes and write a few offers in some crazy competitive situations. Sure enough this cute little cape cod came on the market and we had our opportunity again! In a split decision with multiple offers the seller chose an all cash offer, higher than ours, the seller couldn’t refuse the terms. Ugggghhh! We asked to be a back up position and seller chose not to have a back up. All the while I encouraged these two. In real estate, everything happens the way it’s supposed to. Don’t get discouraged.

Two weeks later, I received a call from the cape cod home that the buyer in first position was backing out. Before listing it back on the market, they wanted to know if this buyer was still interested… YES!!! These two were so excited to get into the home they originally wanted. May not have been the way they thought it would happen, but almost always everything happens the way it’s supposed to in real estate. Timing is everything and so is having a professional on your side.

If you’re a first time home buyer and you’re trying to navigate the home buying process- I’d love to be your guide. Call or email me anytime!

Julia Robertson | Living Room Realty

Licensed Broker in Oregon & Washington

541-505-1111 | julia@rebyjulia.com