Classic Portland Bungalow. Original 3 bedroom, 2 bath beauty with grand front porch, hardwood floors, adorable built-ins and room to grow into the unfinished basement with high ceilings and separate entrance. Updates throughout; roof, siding, fresh paint and plumbing. Live/Work zoning (CM3; buyer to verify.) Amazing location w/walk score of 93. Sabin & Grant Schools. Private driveway, expansive backyard, tranquil landscaping and raised garden beds make this home a private urban oasis.
Quintessential Ross Chapin Cottage in a Coastal Pocket Neighborhood. Large corner lot (.09 acres) that is privatize with a side patio. Open floor plan and vaulted ceilings make this beauty feel twice it’s size! Beautiful custom finishes throughout. Ample storage in the bedroom keeps your living space free of clutter. Enjoy your morning coffee from either the covered front patio or soak in the sun on the southwest facing deck. Oversized storage unit, double oven, walled mounted air conditioner and heating, new LG W/D. Walking distance to downtown Manzanita, 10 blocks from the beach.
List Price: $349,900
776 Dorcas Lane,
Manzanita, OR 97130
1 bed | 1 bath
SF 555
MLS#18442170
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Stylish craftsman bungalow in Irvington features classic design elements such as porch, entry with built ins, fireplace with mantle and built-ins, box-beam ceilings, original moldings and wood floors. All updated with modern kitchen, new exterior paint, tiled bath and beautiful light fixtures. Huge, open and dry basement great for family room or upgrade to ADU? Private, fenced yard with trees and patio. Walk score 86 bike score 99! HES1.
Heron Pointe was originally developed in 1988 on a highly sought after stretch of the southwest Portland waterfront. Situated on the second floor with a northeasterly view, unit 301 is comprised of 913 square feet laid out across a single level, featuring a master bedroom with en suite bath and second bedroom with common full bathroom. The laundry space is elegantly separated from a bright, open kitchen, living room and dining area. A wood burning fireplace with traditional tile surround and a large outdoor deck with peek a boo views of the river round out the formal spaces! This well cared for condo provides the next stewards with a turn-key option for settling in and acclimating to life just off the river. Take the great floor plan, ideal location – including immediate access to the south waterfront trail, an address just blocks from John’s Landing shops and quick commute patterns downtown and you will certainly agree this is a property to take note of.
A full front porch welcomes you to this light-filled modern farmhouse. Artfully renovated with attention to detail on all surfaces. New cook’s kitchen and 2 stylish baths! The mechanics were elevated with all new plumbing, upgraded electrical, high end Milgard double paned, and easy clean wood/fiberglass windows, 2 high efficiency furnaces, plus new front and back doors. Enjoy west hills and sunset views from the 3rd floor balcony. HES 4.
This Duplex offers a laid back vibe and is located less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Simple yet satisfactory. The privatized backyard backs up to wetlands, full of beautiful wildlife and northwest vegetation. A one car garage on either side offers protection & dry storage from the coastal elements year round. Less than a 5 minute drive or a leisurely stroll along the beach will land you downtown Manzanita, filled with galleries, boutiques and local fare.
List Price: $479,000
9005 Nehalem Rd,
Neahkanie, OR 97131
MLS# 18618453
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Located in R4 zone, which means no waiting for a rental permit from the City of Manzanita. Rent right away! Walk or bike to the beach, restaurants and shops from this two level spacious getaway. Along with a bed and bath on the entry level, hardwood and open floor plans create a timeless vibe throughout the downstairs, natural light fills the second level + bonus loft. Use the 1 car garage for dry storage during the winter months.
Fronted by a covered patio, privatized from the rest of the neighborhood. This beautiful home is sided by cedar shakes and finished with a composite roof. A private deck on the north side of the home offers a relaxing and private space, perfect for catching afternoon sun rays. A classic entry welcomes you into the home with stairs leading to the second level to the left and the living room to the right. The open floor plans and hardwood between the kitchen and living room offer a laid back and festive atmosphere, perfect for gatherings!
A wrap around breakfast bar offers extra seating to the already spacious dining area. Tile and hardwood throughout are a beautiful touch. The master suite & bath is located on the first floor and offers abundant light throughout. Two of the bedrooms are located on the second floor as well as the other bath. New carpet and cute town views create a cozy and peaceful feel within each room. A utility closet is conveniently located on the first floor.
List Price: $369,000
MLS #18241264
3 bed | 2 bath
SF 1,576
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Just recently completed, this little beauty offers open floor plans throughout the upstairs living dining and kitchen area, while a thoughtfully laid out bedroom bath and utility space provides every comfort and function you’d need. We’re sure the buyers of this two story brand new coast cottage will enjoy the stunning views of Neahkahnie Mountain from their second level deck.
Just a short walk from downtown Manzanita, the beach and Nehalem Bay State Park, this neighborhood provides all the comforts of community while adding a healthy dose of Oregon coast.
List Price:$352,000
Sale Price: $352,000
366 Jackson Way, Manzanita
2 bed | 2 bath
717 SF
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
I’m that person that goes to Ikea to aimlessly walk and destress. Yes, you read that right. I enjoy a meditative stroll through Ikea. I won’t blame you for judging me, although their 2019 line does have some goodies.
That being said, the Interior Designer in me is constantly searching for home shops and lighting shops that I can suggest to my real estate clients. Those that are non-big box and unique to Portland. The kind that inspire as you browse.
Here are a few of my favorites; Portland’s Best Home Stores (in my humble opinion, of course):
Inspired by, “an innate affection for pieces with a past and the belief that something worth owning now is worth owning forever. Schoolhouse Electric beautifully mixes eras and styles, with an ever-present focus on quality…”
The 20,000 square foot building hosts more than 100 dealer spaces. New inventory arrives every day and is constantly changing. The perfect place to shop or browse on a rainy day!
I’ve scored side tables and art prints here, and love exploring Montavilla’s eclectic neighborhood after I’m done.
Fans of Justina Blakeney and Joanna Gaines will go crazy for City Home. With two locations, City Home is, “an inspired collection of vintage, reclaimed, mid-century modern and industrial home furnishings…”
Furniture is reasonably priced and I dream of one day having a kitchen or basement large enough to display one of their retro neon signs.
Coastal with a a touch of modern makes this two story abode the perfect full or part time residence. Located in the Nedonna Beach neighborhood, enjoy peaceful vibes year round. Two fire places keep it cozy while the thoughtful finishes enhance the naturally lit space. The large downstairs bedroom provides the space for visiting friends or family. Enjoy beautiful pnw views from either west or east facing upper deck. New metal roof. Big & private backyard, with fire pit + storage or garden shed!
Listing Price: $363,000
26325 Geneva Ave,
3Bed | 2 Bath
2 Blocks from the beach!
Rockaway Beach, 97136
MLS# 18481234
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
This impeccable and stylish classic 1923 Craftsman is the true Portlandia dream. Classic details and modern updates make this the ultimate place to kick off your shoes after a long day of enjoying the amazing Sunnyside neighborhood. Original millwork and gleaming oak floors throughout. Main floor features a stunning fireplace, built-ins, arched doorways, and an easy floor plan for entertaining. The kitchen has been updated with gleaming granite countertops, tiled backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath on main, with full master suite on upper floor. The unfinished basement is a great place for storage or band practice, whichever is your style. Updates include new roof, newly repaired chimney, lights in basement and back patio, new insulation in parts of attic, and added a grounding rod to properly ground the house. Large backyard has a great deck and lots of room to play. Enjoy the privacy afforded by the old-growth Douglas Fir trees overhead and the dog-proof wood fence.
Easy living, light-filled and airy 4-square is so dang easy to love. This home has a great floor plan, many updated finishes and located in world-famous Kenton. Love to cook? The kitchen is BIG, light-filled, and tiled to the nines. Gas stove, stainless steel appliances, eating area and teak deck right out the back door. Formal dining with box beams, beautiful lighting and glass french doors inspires fancy dining at home. Cozy living room with gas fireplace and built-ins create the trifecta of perfection.
Lavish master suite will exceed your expectations. Roomy, lush, and luxe bathroom wants to spoil you rotten. The big walk-in closet will accommodate any clothes horse. New bamboo floors throughout the second floor.
Covered front porch has been repainted. Back deck, fire pit and yard, along with the detached garage, offer extras you don’t always find. Central air. Fresh paint.
Come home to Kenton in this home that is ready for you to move right in.
Bringing you a fresh contemporary vibe, this is Renaissance at Peterkort Woods. New on the market and priced to sell. Backing to greenspace and located in a beautifully maintained community complete with clubhouse, community pool and walking trails, and a lush, natural setting with a distinct Pacific Northwest style.
This home has been completely renovated. The gourmet kitchen features granite counters, tile backsplash, hardwood floors, eating bar, island, and stainless steel appliances. Formal Dining, Living Room and Master suite has built-in sound system. Covered balcony with gorgeous views and connected to nature.
Large master suite has huge walk-in closet, soaking tub, shower, double sinks, tile floors. Second master suite has tub/shower combination and double closet. Laundry room up. Carpeted media room, attached double garage, built-in vacuum, high ceilings throughout.
Lots of neighbors have come through the Open House and they all share the same sentiment: “We LOVE living here!” Want to Love Where You Live too? Come check out this beauty today and see what it’s all about.
This is my client Jillian (those are my kids). She is an amazing person, as well as a friend and client of mine. We’ve only known each other for a short time. Less than a year or so now. We had a conversation about patient care (she’s an RN) and months later she asked me to sell her condo. I went to her condo and met her boyfriend, now her fiancé, evaluated the place, gave her my recommendations and opinions and we signed a contract soon after. From that point on we’ve had lots of wine and cheese as well as Ranier’s and Exile’s (“if you don’t know Exile you should” per Jillian) in the backyard with friends and family. Many conversations about financial goals, money, and the future. She has taken my advice and I’ve taken hers. I sold her condo and we moved on to searching for a new home for her life to come. She is now engaged and is planning her down-to-earth midwestern wedding.
We found a home. Actually two homes. The first one we pulled out of due to the inspection and recommended repairs that were just too overwhelming. But this last one was different! Instantly, Jillian was in awe. She loved it. Her family loved it. Her fiancé loved it. I loved it. My kids loved it. We made an offer and we were under contract. Inspections went great and she is moving in this week. What’s better is that she is moving just 5 minutes away. She’s become like a family member to us. My kids ask about her all of the time, she spends time with them, and we watch out for each other.
I can’t believe this is my job! I get to help people I care about and change their lives.
Have you ever wanted to tenderly care for a bevy of bees, a clutch of chicks, a gaggle of goats, or maybe just rows of ranunculus? Are you clamoring for the Homesteader’s Dream? If so, this updated Clackamas County* ranch might be it! It boasts an incredibly private .25 acre lot backing onto protected greenspace (your bees are happy already!!) Currently in place are: raised garden beds (tubs that warm your veggies in the sun), a 10×20 animal pen/coop, a newer shed, 19×22 covered RV or bonus space, a well-planned sprinkler system, a huge lawn… and when you’re finished at the end of a hard day’s work — a newer jet tub!!
What’s more is that the house has been gone through inch by inch!! There’s an updated kitchen with quartz counters, deluxe stainless steel appliances (the fridge is so hi-tech it’s intimidating), a dining area with sliders to the covered patio, and even a pellet stove for cozy entertaining. The bathroom has been updated too, with more quartz and an accessible shower. There’s a new 2017 Furnace/AC, and new electrical panel. Hardwoods are newly refinished and not yet touched! There’s also a potential separate lower living area with private access/egress that is currently the ideal rumpus room as it includes a wet-bar, laundry, fireplace, shop & bath! There’s even a park and elementary school nearby. The private school, La Salle isn’t far either.
*Buyer to do due diligence as to the types of livestock allowed in Milwaukie City/Clackamas County and the pen sizes necessary per individual animal.
6583 SE Furnberg St. Milwaukie, OR
MLS# 18474932
Offered At: $415,000
4 beds, 2 bath
2500 sq ft.
.25 acres
The title is a reminder of where my career in Portland real estate started. My first clients (in Portland), Justin and Cheryl, were distraught. They had an agent that wouldn’t answer calls, handed them over to an assistant, and made them feel unimportant. That agent had become very successful but was “a friend” so they just accepted his advice. After moving on and deciding they weren’t able to buy a home we had met talked real estate and I said I would love to help them. We searched and found a place soon after. They have lived there for 2 years and called me again.
They wanted to find something with a yard and more space for their growing family of 3 girls. We talked about what it would take to buy a home. All of their money was tied into the home they purchased with me. We came up with a plan with a tight timeline and a contingent offer. This became even tighter due to their townhome going under contract in just a few days. We searched and they considered homes that required lot’s of work, money, and possibly dangerous scenarios for their kids. We had just toured a home that had holes in the floor, smelled of cat urine, and had a junkyard next door. We talked outside and they both brought up a home that was nearby but was not listed as FHA. I called the agent and asked if the seller would consider an FHA offer and with our situation of being contingent we would be more inclined to close but also a higher risk. He said he would think about it.
We went to the home that day and I could tell they loved it. The girls went straight to the back yard and started running around. Justin and Cheryl couldn’t believe how much space was in the home. They also found out they knew some people in the area and the home was closer to work for Justin. We immediately made an offer that was accepted and we are moving in this week!
Justin and I were talking at the home during the final walkthrough about how 2 years ago nobody would help them buy a home. He couldn’t believe where they were now and how real estate has helped them realize their dreams.
Craftsman classic you’ve been waiting for! Stunning street appeal with clinker brick and wrap around porch. Features french doors to porch, grand fireplace, inlaid wood floors, box beam ceilings, built-ins and gorgeous detailed molding throughout. Original character maintained and enhanced with high quality, period remodel in kitchen, bathrooms and 2nd floor. Strong, updated mechanics including on-demand water heater and owned solar panels. HES 3.
As the market cools considerably and brings with it great relief for buyers, for sellers who have been watching the market, the opposite is true. While the balancing out of the market is a good thing overall, the stress of not knowing how long it will take to sell your home and for owner occupied sellers, the stress of always feeling like you live in a museum can be rough. One year ago I would not have advised a seller to sell a home off-market without listing it on RMLS, but in this new reality, for some sellers, this can be the least stressful and most fruitful path to follow.
In May of 2015, I sold the very last home I’ve sold under $200,000 to some wonderful and eager first time homebuyers. The 3 bedroom 1 bath ranch home is close to Ventura Park and is as solid as a rock. After my buyers purchased it, they went about updating it and removing all the carpet, re-doing all the original hardwood floors, and painting it and taking it up 9 notches on the sweet and cute scale. In June of this year, my buyers contacted me to let me know that they were divorcing and going their separate ways, and that they had decided to sell the sweet little house. Fortunately because they are both swell human beings, they have stayed amicable and when it came time to go over all of the details and listing information, they were both very much on the same page. For both of them, they felt that they were struggling first time home buyers when they purchased it, and their sellers had accepted their offer over an investors offer, and now that the time had come to sell, they both felt strongly about selling to a person who would live in the house, and not an investor who would purchase it as a rental.
Because they had done so much work on the house over the past few years, the to-do list for getting it ready for the market was pretty small. Since they had split, the extra bedrooms had been rented out to roommates, so there were a lot of discussions on how showings would work, when we could list, and other considerations that need to be taken into account when there are renters living in the home. They decided the best time to list would be late July or early August. About a week after we went over all the paperwork and came up with the game plan for getting the house on the market, I got a call from my cousin who happens to be a broker at another firm, asking if I would be willing to take a referral from her as this buyer was looking on the east side where I work and live. After discussing this buyer’s wants and needs, it struck me that this house I was going to list might be perfect for this buyer.
I sent the old listing to my cousin who shared it with her buyer, the buyer loved it and couldn’t believe that if she wanted it, and was willing to pay list price, my sellers would sell to her and not list it on RMLS. I went over the proposal with my sellers, and both of them were totally on board and felt like if this could work out, it would make everything so much easier and smoother for them. A few days later and I met the buyer at the house to show her, and it was as perfect for her as she had hoped. So rather than taking a referral from my cousin, I found her buyer a house.
Because the market is cooling, there were roommates to consider and the circumstances of the sale weren’t exactly the happiest, my sellers agreed that selling it to this buyer (who was a real buyer who would live in the house!) felt like it was the way to go. We did a long transaction to give my seller and his roommates time to find new housing situations, and nearly 8 weeks later, the sale closed and everyone is happy. While selling off market isn’t the best choice for every seller, in this situation it made total sense and with an excited buyer in hand who was willing to pay the price my sellers were planning on listing it at and gave my sellers the timeline they needed, all the pieces fell into perfect place. Given what the market did over the last three years with so much appreciation, along with all of the sweat equity they put into the house, both of my sellers are walking away with tidy nest eggs and a wonderful buyer who had struggled to find a house she loved in her price range gets to move into this great house.
Sold! This level and spacious corner lot hosts dramatic views of Manzanita Golf Course, with hole 3 tee fairway directly to the west. The rest of the neighborhood has been established, leaving just this large corner lot with incredible views and huge building potential. Just a stroll away from downtown Manzanita filled with local coffee shops, the farmers market and boutiques.
Centrally located in a quiet and newly developed neighborhood, while remaining walking distance from downtown Manzanita, Nehalem Bay State Park and of course, Manzanita Beach. To learn more about the Manzanita Community, visit our site HERE.
List Price: $195,000
Sold Price: $190,000
601 Mulligan Dr, Manzanita, OR 97130
.18 Acres
MLS#: 18151236
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
This beautiful Craftsman located at 7715 N Albina Ave. in Portland went pending in just five days. With inventory ticking up, price reductions happening, and buyers becoming more picky ( as they should be ). My sellers took the proper steps to entice buyers to love this wonderful home even with the slight market shift.
Clean, staged, and pricing, those are the major three items to focus on when preparing your home for this market. A clean home should be a given, but it’s not. Make sure the walls don’t have holes, carpets don’t smell, the simple items like cleaning gutters, painting non-neutral colors, pressure washing the home if it’s dusty/dirty. The list can go on and on, but make sure the presentation is to the best of your ability. Buyers can make up their minds if a home is a possibility within the first few minutes of a showing. Don’t make them think about cleaning up house before they take possession.
Staging, I can not begin to express my feelings on staging this year. It really just sets the home apart from others that are not staged. Find a good stager, or ask your agent who they would recommend or have utilized before. My recommendation is Lana @ Simply Staged. They are reasonably priced, stylish, and have helped several of my sellers.
Of course if your home is owner occupied, this is a different story. You will then want to declutter, yes I said it, “declutter.” Take down any personal photos and always be thinking less is more. Get ready for those professional photos/videos!
Now we get down to Pricing, this is becoming more difficult as the market shifts. I am seeing more days on market then in the past five years, more price reductions, and more homes selling slightly below asking. I believe we are headed into a slight correction, inventory is resting at 2.4 months for July, which is the highest it has been in three years. However, I don’t want to start a widespread panic, cause I personally don’t think now is the time. Interest rates are still historically low, people are continuing to move to Portland, and supply and demand is still an issue. I just think this is giving buyers a bit of breathing room to be able to shop and not give up every contingency in their contract.
In short, pricing is everything. Make sure to scrub the comparable properties, look at the solds and pendings, go further back in months. Instead of only six months back on comparable properties, look at nine months back. Then make the decision, do you think the market is still increasing, or do you want to be ahead of the curve and shift slightly down to give yourself that market edge. I can honestly tell you I’ve had more Brokers call to ask what my clients homes are pending at than ever before. Problem is, I don’t give out that information until my clients homes are sold.
I truly hope this helps! I know my clients are excited as ever to have their home sold within just five days on market and look forward to moving on to their next home purchase 🙂
That’s a wrap! For the west side of the neighborhood at least…
Included in the final phase of Classic Street Cottages’ niche neighborhood, this cottage pairs Ross Chapin’s design vision with everything you love about the coast and Manzanita. With two bedrooms and a luxurious living room offering coastal views, this home is ready to host any number of relatives or friends who might be visiting, while remaining a cozy space for solo use as well. Inviting floor plans open up to scenic views of Neahkahnie Mountain and partial view of the Manzanita Golf Course across the street. Located on the fringe of downtown, you remain close to the action while keeping the living easy and peaceful.
List Price: $419,000
Sale Price: $419,000
Manzanita, OR 97130
2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom
1,014 Square Feet
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Room for the whole family! Less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Vaulted ceilings and skylights throughout the upstairs add an abundance of natural light to the open floor plans. Master bedroom offers a Jacuzzi tub and big walk in closet. 2nd level deck overlooks privatized and landscaped backyard. Large 2 car attached garage. Internal working elevator! To see more photos of the listing, click HERE.
List Price: $469,000
8405 Nehalem Rd,
Manzanita, OR 97130
2,640 SF
beds 3 | baths 3
MLS# 18312109
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
This stunning Sellwood craftsman sits in one of the neighborhood’s most sought after pockets! A charming foyer greets you as you enter the main floor, while a gas fireplace with classic built-ins draws your attention into the light filled great room. The gorgeous kitchen showcases an expansive island and top shelf finishes, including Schoolhouse fixtures and quartz counters, while the open dining room, main floor powder room, laundry and attached garage highlight functional simplicity.
The second floor features a highly sought after 3 bedroom, 2 bath layout. The master bathroom includes a custom double vanity with under mounted sinks and slab counters, while the second full bath features a broad shouldered vanity, subway tile and simple elegance. The third floor is home to a giant media room with vaulted ceilings, third full bathroom and adjacent fourth bedroom. Just blocks to Sellwood shops. Walk Score 90 / Bike Score 79.
SOLD! The excited buyers of this ocean view, better be ready to live it up. Vaulted ceilings open the living space up and allow an abundance of natural light in. Ocean views from the master suite + HOT TUB on 2nd level balcony. A bonus family room on the first level offers extra sleeping & rec room. This location allows close proximity to colorful downtown Rockaway Beach, fishing and water outdoor activities at Lake Lytle and delicious dining like the Offshore Grill.
List Price: $385,000
Sold Price : $385,000
2 Bed | 2.1 Bath
1,619 SF
MLS# 18695170
184 N Pacific St,
Rockaway Beach, OR 9713
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
I really loved selling this home. The sellers were very meticulous yet laid back. The home was bought in disrepair just 4 years ago. They placed a lot of care and thought into the small things as well as the “bones”. The EPA certified wood stove, the paneled walls, the added kitchen nook, a custom built wood shed. So many things, and too many things to list, yet the home sold itself. I just opened the door and had 36 people come through. Multiple showings, at least 10-12 per day, until the open house on the weekend and approximately another 30 plus people each day came. All with the same comments: “It’s so cute”, “We love this area”, “That kitchen nook is perfect”. Then as people explored the basement with a large wide hallway the house just gets better. A separate retreat, 3rd bedroom, was calming and functional at the same time. Multiple offers and most over the asking price, 6 days later, we had a deal the sellers were comfortable taking. Now just 2.5 weeks later we’re closing and my clients get to travel and explore the world. Sometimes a home is more than a place to settle in. Sometimes it’s a snapshot of your life. A place to start a journey into the unknown and it guides you to the place you didn’t know was there. This home served its purpose and it will start another. Congratulations abound!
Our homes carry history. Especially when they are something that has been passed down through generations, like this one did. Bought in 1936 for $3,700, this home has seen the city grow and change from a small town into the boisterous city it it now. It’s been standing through presidents, wars, fashion trends, and neighborhood transformations.
After housing 4 generations of the Kefsky family, it was time to let this gem take on a new life. The sellers were kind enough to share some family photos of the home throughout the years.
Originally the owners had an extra lot next to them that they used as a giant garden. They were famous for having the best corn and cucumbers and squash around, and the neighbors would come by and purchase their veggies from the family. One of the most distinctive things about their garden was that it was ringed with the biggest, brightest dahlias. When they eventually downsized the garden, the neighborhood certainly felt the loss of their private farmers market.
In 1968 or 1969 there was a particularly massive snowstorm that blanketed the area. The first two photos here are from earlier years before a storm on Columbus Day in 1962 took out the pergola in the front of the house.
And just for fun, here are a couple extra cute shots of the family inside the home. The style has changed but the bones are still there!
This home was an joy to sell, and I am so honored to have been part of the transition of this well-loved and well-lived house.
A little over 5 years ago this was the birth of the Living Room Realty office in Manzanita. The paint is dry now, 2 brokers have become 4, market share increases. Building community, literally at times, with pride, risk and effort. Stop on by and see what we’ve created here at the coast together, and find some of the best professional service around. Hans Tonjes 503-936-4244 hans@livingroomre.com
Farmer’s Markets are winding down, the air is very September, transactions are closing… but the phone is still ringing! I have time to help you at the beach. And despite 11 transactions closing this month, I have the energy. If you don’t know all that Manzanita has to offer, I’m ready to share that and some local expertise. There’s no snow in the air, let’s do this! Hans Tonjes 503-936-4244 hans@livingroomre.com
Montavilla investment & development opportunity. 10,000 sf lot in R2a zoning allows 5 units per base zoning guidelines. Potential for increased units with future overlay proposal. Buyer to perform due diligence. Development packet available. 1914 Craftsman style home with 3,308 sf has vintage charm, many recent updates & rents easily, for interim income potential during development.
The cottage that has it all. Open floor plans throughout the living dining and kitchen areas gives this Cape Cod-inspired home maximum space feel! Enjoy two roomy bedrooms paired with two full baths that allow for friends and family to visit without feeling cramped. A covered private patio shows off gorgeous views of nearby Neahkhanie and the Manzanita Golf Course. The attached one car garage adds extra storage space and protection to vehicles during the cooler months. HOA common areas include green space, paved pathways, outdoor storage and green spaces.
Stunning views of Neahkahnie Mountain and close proximity to downtown are just a couple things about this brand new coastal cabin that make it special. The quiet and beautiful neighborhood and added sense of community combined with the peripheral location allows privacy, making it the best of both worlds.
LISTING PRICE: $419,000
363 Jackson Way
Manzanita, OR 97130
2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom
1,014 Square Feet
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
This cottage is the cutest! Charming, spacious and full of Nehalem River & Bay views. Located in the sought after neighborhood of Wheeler Heights, just south of downtown. Restored original fir floors and bead board throughout the house creates an authentic coast feel of this cottage. Elevated patio and deck allows for you and your guests to enjoy the view throughout the year. A large privatized backyard offers the option to add additional storage, or a dream garden!
Wheeler offers a variety of entertainment, excitement and delicious fare, despite it’s small size. Take to the water to fish, crab, kayak, or simply explore. If dry land is more your pace, take a stroll through town and shop local artists or vintage finds. Later, feast on fresh seafood and organic veggies at The Rising Star Cafe or the Salmonberry Saloon.
List Price: $359,000
3 bed | 2 bath
1,445 SF
139 S. Second St,
Wheeler, OR 97147
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
This stunning Alameda home is perched perfectly on NE 26th just off the ridge. With over 3,000 square feet across three floors, this property has been carefully updated at almost every turn. The main floor has stunning formal spaces, an incredible covered sun porch, two bedrooms and a full bathroom, complimented by an expansive, remodeled kitchen.
An ideal main level floor plan with functional flow patterns is complimented by period finishes including oak hardwoods, original millwork, a wood burning fireplace, timeless built-ins and gorgeous fixtures. The second floor is home to a highly sought after layout including three full bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. The lower level has a large family room and additional space for storage and hobbies. Complementing the interior of the home is an elevated lot that gives the homeowners a sense of privacy and grand architectural stature among some of Northeast’s most noteworthy homes.
Originally built in 1926, this Alameda home may have no equal! It has been extensively updated and remodeled to include a new exterior envelope, updated systems and stunning remodeling throughout almost every interior space! Boasting four bedrooms and two beautifully finished bathrooms, this classic storybook English offers the next owner a unique opportunity to own a home whose stewardship is rarely seen. The first floor is home to a remodeled kitchen, beautiful dining room with built-ins and a bright living room with custom cabinetry and new surface treatments. The upstairs is home to a quaint bedroom which stretches the length of the house and offers numerous functional possibilities. The basement has been finished and includes a fourth bedroom, laundry room, second full bathroom and open family room! Stunning grounds with new cedar fencing and an open backyard round out this turn-key Alameda property!
Stunning top floor corner unit on a quiet, tree lined street in historic Nob Hill. This 1930’s building was fully remodeled and retains vintage charm throughout; built-ins, coved ceilings, millwork & hardwoods. Updated tiled bathroom with pedestal sink. Designer kitchen with granite counters, cherry cabinets, sunny dining nook and in-unit laundry. Additional laundry and bike storage on the building’s lower level. Walkscore: 91. Blocks from the dog park, Forest Park, transit, NW shops & dining.
For a PHOTO Slide Show of this property click HERE
This Duplex offers a laid back vibe and is located less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Simple yet satisfactory. The privatized backyard backs up to wetlands, full of beautiful wildlife and northwest vegetation. A one car garage on either side offers protection & dry storage from the coastal elements year round. Less than a 5 minute drive or a leisurely stroll along the beach will land you downtown Manzanita, filled with galleries, boutiques and local fare.
List Price: $479,000
9005 Nehalem Rd,
Neahkanie, OR 97131
MLS# 18618453
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Sold! With most of the listings spoken for, this niche neighborhood has truly transformed. Quintessential Ross Chapin cottage in Manzanita with golf course and mountain views. 2 blocks to town, 8 blocks to the beach. Simple coastal interior finishes, lovely covered patio. 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, great for entertaining guests. Common Area with a fire pit. Open air gazebo with a fireplace. Located in a quiet neighborhood of quality built homes and out of the tsunami inundation zone. To see more of our listings, click HERE.
Listing Price: $395,000
Sale Price: $390,000
369 Jackson Way (Lot 25)
Manzanita, OR 97130
2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom
1,014 Square Feet
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Excluded from the RMLS, this swanky 60’s mid-century modern charmer was sold by word of mouth (literally, as the seller’s sister Betsy was at a nearby favorite restaurant she overheard the owners talking about buying a mid-century home and told them about this home and voila, it’s KISMET!!). Yes, we realize that YOU ALL wanted a stab at it and you definitely wanted to tour it! But this situation worked really well for the sellers. Sure, I would have loved to have marketed this marvel to the world, but you don’t mess with kismet!
It is now sold, however, the sellers have given me the okay to post a few pics and a bit about the provenance to feed your mid-century addiction!
Also, please note that if you like any of the art you see hanging in the home, it is by Betsy Jones. Contact her at bjonesmcm@gmail.com.
1245 NE 153rd, Portland OR 97230
5 beds, 3 bath, 3333 Sq ft.
Sold and appraised for $620,000
PROVENANCE: Custom designed by the original owner, Norma King with the help of Portland Architect William Wayman, known for his MCM (or at that time, Contemporary) designs strewn throughout the metro area. The house was purportedly (from Norma verbally to the current owners, though we’re trying to find documentation) built by Burton Goodrich who also built the Frank Lloyd Wright designed home now at the Oregon Gardens. He was an understudy of and employee of FLW and an architect himself.
ADVERTISING VENUE:
The house has been in multiple Fred Meyer ads, and a long form Burton Snowboards clothing line ad.Here is the link to the Burton Snowboards ad. From Seller: “Blink and you miss the house which is the usually the case with these. Our dogs made it into the commercial but we didn’t.”https://vimeo.com/49083316ARCHITECTURAL TOUR VENUE: 153rd has been an anchor point for the MCM League’s East Portland Mid-Century Modern tour that was held twice.The first year the tour ended at this home for a party. Attendees paid an extra fee for entry.
ARCHITECTURAL SURVEY INCLUSION:
The home and the neighborhood are included on the survey though I’m not sure the writers did as deep due diligence as we have. The neighborhood is mostly made up of Hallberg Homes (a tract developer), but this one is custom. Also, down at the end of 153rd, closer to Glisan are four Emmons and Jones (Eichler’s Architects) designed MCM’s, which add weight to the neighborhood’s prestige to mid-century enthusiasts.
Move in ready Craftsman in great NE location. Easy shot to downtown and just blocks to heart of Alberta street business district. A big front porch welcomes you to this classic home. Inside discover hardwood floors, fireplace, original moldings and character throughout, blended perfectly with modern updates in the kitchen and baths. The kitchen is filled with light and has french doors to a private patio and gardens.
A leisurely stroll away from downtown Wheeler, and just east of Nehalem Bay, this recently cleared home site gives off exceptional views of Nehalem Bay and valley, Neahkahnie Mountain and Zimmerman Creek to the north, west and south with mature vegetation towards the east. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac on the northwest end of Wheeler, Oregon, making it an exceptional place to build and call home.
All of this abundant beauty while remaining walking distance into down town Wheeler, making it the perfect balance between privacy and accessibility. Wheeler, like many of the small coastal communities in Oregon has begun to expand and grow slowly but surely and now offers some of the best meals and adventures around. Stroll down the street and have an incredible breakfast at Handy Creek Bakery, or head to the Rising Star for a cocktail and the most thoughtfully prepared meals. The options for outdoor fun are endless! Explore via kayak, boat or SUP board. Go crabbing at Kelly’s Marina or head south to the jetty for an explosion of local wildlife.
With the rest of the single level homes in this phase of the neighborhood sold, there is still one opportunity available. Open floor plans throughout the living dining and kitchen areas gives this Cape Cod-inspired home maximum space feel! Enjoy two roomy bedrooms paired with two full baths that allow for friends and family to visit without feeling cramped. A covered private patio shows off gorgeous views of nearby Neahkhanie and the Manzanita Golf Course. The attached one car garage adds extra storage space and protection to vehicles during the cooler months. HOA common areas include green space, paved pathways, outdoor storage and green spaces.
Stunning views of Neahkahnie Mountain and close proximity to downtown are just a couple things about this brand new coastal cabin that make it special. The quiet and beautiful neighborhood and added sense of community combined with the peripheral location allows privacy, making it the best of both worlds.
“Manzanita has a relaxed feel to it’s beautifully well kept neighborhoods. In the southern end of town, residents enjoy easy access to the Nehalem Bay State Park with 1.8 miles of paved trails running through beautiful pines along the bay. Whereas a local living centrally in Manzanita, would appreciate easy walking distance to downtown and the ocean beach. This happy little beach town has has just enough bustle to keep you connected to the community, while giving residents the space to enjoy a quiet lifestyle.”
LISTING PRICE: $419,000
363 Jackson Way
Manzanita, OR 97130
2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom
1,014 Square Feet
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Just sold – After many months of searching and many offers submitted my very sweet and patient buyers scored a dreamy mid century modern of their very own. They beat out multiple offers (one all cash even) by getting creative with what they had available to offer and it worked! Congrats Kevin and Kiersta, welcome to the MCM owners club. Let us know when we can put you on a tour!
Mid-Century Modern Homes
Over the past 10 years I have worked to build an extensive database of people interested in knowing more about these homes, buyers looking to purchase them and sellers curious about what their unique home might be worth. I also live in a custom built mid-century modern home and understand first hand the joys and pains that come with caring for these special places. If you are interested in purchasing or selling a modern home, Rummer homes, or mid–century homes contact me – I keep my fingers to the pulse of this market and would love to help!
Marisa Swenson – Specializing in Mid-Century Home Sales
971-285-7955 modernhomesportland.com
Just sold – this lovely Rummer home built in 1969 has a new owner – I had the pleasure of representing the sellers in bringing this gorgeous home to market and getting it sold quickly with multiple offers well above list price!
WHAT IS A RUMMER HOME?
Robert Rummer launched Rummer Homes Inc. in 1959 and specialized in building modern marvels in Beaverton, Gresham, and Lake Oswego (with a few custom outliers). One of the most unique features of the Rummer homes are the central atriums that most models boast that bring the outdoors to the center of the home. Other unique features of the Rummer homes are: large floor to ceiling glass windows that bring the outdoors in, post and beam construction (beams originally painted in Rhodda’s Oxford Brown), vaulted ceilings with a single or double gable design in some models, galley kitchens with Thermadore stainless ovens and cooktops, radiant heat floors and a sunken Roman shower/bath.
Over the past 10 years I have worked to build an extensive database of people interested in knowing more about these homes, buyers looking to purchase them and sellers curious about what their unique home might be worth. I also live in a unique modern home and understand first hand the joys and pains that come with caring for these special places. If you are interested in purchasing or selling a modern home, Rummer homes, or mid–century homes contact me – I keep my fingers to the pulse of this market and would love to help!
Lofty sandcastle just off the beach in Rockaway. Close-in view of the fireworks. Views to the water and up the coast to Neahkahnie Mountain. Well considered floor plan for beach lifestyle, full bathroom off of the garage. 2 master suites on middle level. Lots of light and views east and west on the 3rd living level. Plumbed for central vac. Bonus room on lower level could be turned into 3rd bedroom with egress added. Hans Tonjes 503-936-4244 hans@livingroomre.com
Up for sale is this darling 3 bed 1 bath 1762 sq ft English Cottage style home in the heart of Brentwood-Darlington.
The owners have shown great pride of ownership with environmentally sound updates, including photo-voltaic solar panels which bank to the grid in bright months and therefore cover 100% of their current energy costs. They’ve also created a gardener’s oasis with multiple planter boxes in the sunny front yard, preferring growing food to grass! They’ve installed rain drains and rain collection systems.
In the uber-private back yard they’ve recently built a new 120 sqft modular bonus building for an office & to house guests. It has AC and heat and beautiful french doors that open to a seating area with fire pit and a view of espaliered apple trees, both bearing fruit!
Closets and storage are a rare thing for a home built in 1941 — all bedrooms have at least 2! The master bedroom takes up the entirety of the attic space and boasts a walk-in closet, several additional closets and storage areas. There’s even room enough for a desk and a reading nook!
The large living and dining area are open to each other, with a decorative coved arch between the two, creating a nice flow. The dining room includes a full wall of built-ins and shelves for dishes, art, books or curios. The current seller now displays some of her own art there!
The bathroom has a luxurious cast iron claw foot tub with a shower system. Perfect for kids, pets, or those who just dream of a ‘good bath’.
The spacious kitchen is a cook’s dream (major elbow-room here!) has recently been remodeled and boasts a good amount of counter space, perhaps room for a small island, but what’s more is that there’s an entire mud porch w/ laundry area and room for recycling, storage, pet maintenance and muddy shoes!
The porch opens to the yard, carport and fenced driveway which is in flag configuration, accessing the side street (64th). The lot to the east has been empty but maintained the entire time the owners have lived there. Renegade croquet anyone?
With easy access to groceries, freeway, the Johnson Creek Watershed, the Spring Water Corridor and myriad parks and community gardens, this has been the perfect first home for them, and they look forward to passing it along to the next!
Listed at $389,900.
6326 SE Flavel St
Portland OR, 97206
MLS# 18406075 Flyer
Originally built in 1959, this Hazelwood mid-century ranch has been tirelessly renovated from top to bottom. Boasting over 1000 square feet across one level, this home’s floor plan is a testament to clean lines and functional design. Beyond the three bedrooms lies a nicely remodeled bathroom with penny round tiles, Schoolhouse fixtures and gorgeous colors. The living room is complimented by a foyer with a Cedar & Moss light fixture, newly refinished hardwoods and a proud brick and mortar fireplace. The kitchen has been remodeled to include new quartz counters, new fixtures and new stainless steel appliances. A gracious adjacent laundry room rounds out the main level which draws you towards this property’s most unique asset — its 1/2-acre lot! Incredibly unique for an urban home, this mid-century’s land is not only expansive, but home to two outbuildings which offer the next owner great opportunities for growth, all just a block from mass transit!
Originally built in 1927, this stunning Dutch Colonial sits on an oversized lot on one of Alameda’s most cherished streets. With a central location in what is arguably Northeast’s most sought after community, this home is the perfect juxtaposition of a contemporary floor plan with stunning period finishes and modern updates at every turn. The main floor is home to over 1,000 sqft where an elegant foyer leads you to both a stunning living room and a remodeled open kitchen with clear vertical grain cabinets, Carrara marble counters and newly refinished wood floors.
An abundance of light due to an amazing series of windows highlights the stunning period light fixtures, updated appliances and well thought out built-ins. An adjacent family room sits off the east end of the main floor and offers perfect egress to the gorgeous backyard in addition to an updated powder room for guests and carefully thought out built ins for storage and office use. The second floor is home to a coveted three bedroom, two bathroom configuration and features convenient second floor laundry room, gracious bedrooms and a master bathroom fit for a magazine. The master suite itself is home to custom cabinetry, a double vanity with slab counters and under-mounted sinks, a soaking tub and a stunning mud set shower. Dueling closets, high-end wood windows and custom medicine cabinets round out the master suite. The finished basement features an expansive family room, gorgeous third full bathroom and fourth bedroom in addition to a walk-in mechanical closet with room for storage.
Put simply, almost every detail has been accounted for in this stunning home. With a central location just blocks to one of Portland’s best schools, this turn-key northeast colonial is a testament to why Portlanders have cherished Alameda for a century!
Pending! With only 4 homes left available on the street, this niche neighborhood has truly transformed. Quintessential Ross Chapin cottage in Manzanita with golf course and mountain views. 2 blocks to town, 8 blocks to the beach. Simple coastal interior finishes, lovely covered patio. 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, great for entertaining guests. Common Area with a fire pit. Open air gazebo with a fireplace. Located in a quiet neighborhood of quality built homes and out of the tsunami inundation zone. To see more Classic Street Cottages, visit our listings HERE.
LISTING PRICE: $395,000
369 Jackson Way (Lot 25)
Manzanita, OR 97130
2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom
1,014 Square Feet
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Time to make it happen in the desirable Manzanita Beach neighborhood of Manzanita. 1.5 blocks to the beach. Nice view of Neahkahnie Mountain from upstairs. Hot tub is included. Home is a popular short term vacation rental with lots of parking. New carpet, skylights and front deck. Warm, beachy interior. Walk to the beach, run from the sheetrock. Hans Tonjes 503-936-4244 hans@livingroomre.com
Charming and updated one level home in the established Pinebrook community. Stylish kitchen with new kitchen appliances, fresh wall and ceiling pant, & new fixtures. Enjoy privacy and a relaxing view of the mature landscape from your back patio & shaded grassy front yard located on a cul de sac. Pinebrook is nestled between Evergreen and Fircrest neighborhoods, known for the beautiful landscape, walking trails, 3 ponds, community center, and private RV parking lot. Living is made easy with full yard and roof/gutter maintenance. A few minute drive to Mill Plain and I205. Don’t miss this one!
It’s high season at the coast, the market is moving at quick pace compared to just months ago. This morning I learned that I had to get a Civil Engineer, Plumber and HVAC contractor to all appear at a house in 24 hours within a one hour window of each other. A huge dose of gratitude for all 3 of these professionals to adjust to this demanding constraint and agree to get the job done. And please do notice my favorite plumber, keeping it all together for the good of all. Hans Tonjes 503-936-4244 hans@livingroomre.com
My hat is off to Rick, a semi-retired Street of Dreams builder. We’ve sold his second personal beach home in Manzanita and plans are already underway for the next project. There are challenges and opportunities in mixing friendship with business but at the end of the day we’ve always landed on our feet. If you have a project in mind, big or small, I’d love to be part of it. Hans Tonjes 503-936-4244 hans@livingroomre.com (photo by Morgan J. Rauscher)
Two timing real estate transactions worked out! Gabby and Tucker at their new dream home signing the papers to sell their old one.
Unless you are a first time buyer or between home ownership stints, you, like most people, face the quagmire of needing to sell your current home in order to buy the next one. This brings on fits of anxiety for many people. What if you can’t find a place to go?! Make a plan, and always have a plan B.
While every situation has unique details, here is the order of things I suggest for most people:
Soul search and make sure you really want to move
Have your real estate agent visit your home to give you an idea of its current value and provide ideas to help your sale go smoothly
Get pre-approved so you know how much of a mortgage you can afford
Do some initial reconnaissance to make sure what you want exists in a price range you think might be realistic (DO NOT fall in love at this point)
Put your home on the market, focusing your energy on your sale, even though your potential purchase is calling you
After you have accepted an offer, ideally with an option to rent back after closing, and the buyer has removed their inspection contingency, get serious about home shopping
Clarify what you want and don’t want in your next home
Find the right home, get your offer accepted, and complete your inspections before firming up your moving arrangements
Allow yourself some overlap with possession of the new and old places to save the hair on your head
Say goodbye to your former digs and plan your housewarming party
Many people contact me with an itch to move. Maybe the dream is a larger yard, or less maintenance, a second level, or fewer stairs, a hipper neighborhood, or a less congested one. Start by getting clear on whether you are suffering from house envy, thinking the grass is greener, or if it is the right time for you to make a move. If your rational and emotional selves agree it is time for a change, then it is time to start crunching numbers and assessing the reality of your goals. If you are not significantly downsizing, then getting what you want will probably have a bigger price tag than what you are selling. There are costs when you sell and costs when you buy, so even if the prices are the same, some extra cash will likely be needed, and many people will need to go up in price by a solid margin to feel they moved up.
When I do a consultation for folks considering selling and buying, I help create a manageable to-do list and timeline. If you are looking at the long range, say a 2 to 5 year plan, larger projects may be in order to maximize the value and marketability of your current property. If you want to move ASAP, the list may be limited to de-cluttering and re-staging your furniture. Sometimes a short list can make a big difference (fix broken locks, wash the exterior, touch-up signs of wear and tear, etc.).
Choose a lender and get pre-approved so you understand your borrowing power. Ask what you qualify for if keeping your home, if you are considering that option, as well as if selling it. Often people plan to keep their current home in order to convert it to a rental property. For some people this is a fantastic retirement strategy, but for many it is a risky proposition and gets in the way of getting the home they want. The potential rental income will offset some of the costs of keeping your place, but lenders use a formula that takes into account potential vacancies, repairs and maintenance, so that you will not get credit for 100% of the projected income on your loan application. The biggest factor may be needing the equity from one property to put down on the next one. In addition, it is important to speak with an accountant at Robert Hall to understand the tax ramifications of converting your primary residence into a rental property. Lastly, consider whether you are cut out to be a landlord and are prepared to handle the additional potential damage to your home.
Once you have an idea what your budget might be for your new home, do some light looking. Have your real estate agent show you you a handful of listings, visit a few open houses and scroll through online listings into the wee hours, but do not get attached to a new place at this point if you can possibly help it. Making a contingent offer can have numerous pitfalls. It will make you a less competitive buyer and seller. It is very stressful and may or may not work out in the end. Allow the early looking to inspire you towards your goal and help you begin to formulate what you are looking for next. As much as your heartstrings will likely be pulling you forward, focus on first things first. Get your current home into the best shape you can in the time frame you have. Make it shine for its photo shoot! Homes that are clean, in good repair, uncluttered, easy to view and smell good sell the most quickly for the strongest prices. You’ll know it was worth the effort when you are accepting an offer. Negotiate terms that give you some wiggle room on the possession. A short closing and long rent back may cost you a little bit more than you are accustomed to paying to live in your home, but will give you a strong position when making offers and help avoid having to move twice. Always have a back-up plan B, just in case. You don’t want to feel pressured to buy if the right place is not on the market. Consider a short term rental and storage pod, house sitting gig or sofa surfing. I will tell you that it almost always comes together with one move into the right place, but be safe in your planning to avoid being sorry.
With careful planning, I recently guided Gabby and Tucker as they followed their plan perfectly. They were ready to move on from their starter home, a townhouse in Beaverton, to their dream home in Portland. Things lined up so well that they were able to sign the closing papers for their sale in the garden during their home inspection at the new place.
Two timing: signing for the sale of the old home while having the home inspection at the new one.
Front row and center, this lot rests on almost half an acre of unobstructed ocean views! Enjoy captivating sunsets & coastal splendor without ever having to leave your home. Located at the southern entrance of serene Oceanside, enjoy quick access & views of Netart’s Bay and the Pacific Ocean, while remaining a close walk away from downtown. Matured vegetation offers privacy towards surrounding neighbors, while inspiring space to build.
List Price: $90,000
MLS # 18695658
.40 Acres
Ocean View
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Room for the whole family! Less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Vaulted ceilings and skylights throughout the upstairs add an abundance of natural light to the open floor plans. Master bedroom offers a Jacuzzi tub and big walk in closet. 2nd level deck overlooks privatized and landscaped backyard. Large 2 car attached garage. Internal working elevator! To visit the full listing, click HERE.
List Price: $469,000
8405 Nehalem Rd,
Manzanita, OR 97130
2,640 SF
beds 3 | baths 3
MLS# 18312109
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Adorable craftsman style bungalow in Mt Tabor! Enjoy the summer on your big front porch, or in the shade on your private back patio. Home features wood floors, built-ins, good size bedrooms with great storage, gorgeous updated bath, and large kitchen with slider to deck. Second floor 3rd bedroom is light-filled and a generous size, ready for your personal touches. Great blend of move-in ready, and room to build equity. HES 1.
Above it all, located at the top of Manzanita and overlooking the beach as well as Neahkahnie Mtn, this lot offers potential paradise views in ever direction. Situated on a quiet neighborhood street, a quick drive or leisurely stroll from downtown Manzanita.
LIST PRICE: $169,000
.19 Acres
Ocean Views
VL University Ave,
Manzanita, OR 97130
MLS#18338956
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
I feel like Mercury has been in retrograde for a year.
Several times a year, it appears as if Mercury is going backwards. These times in particular are traditionally associated with confusions, delay, and frustration.
The market has shifted and transactions have been more challenging than in recent memory.
Buyer demands have increased and for sellers, multiple offers are no longer the norm.
We could attribute the current sales environment to any number of factors — Mercury being in retrograde is one of them — but it doesn’t really matter. What matters is what we learn and how much we grow.
Nestled in the Treehill Association just off NE 238th Drive in Wood Village sits a community packed with tree lined streets, creeks zig zagging throughout, and taking strolls along the numerous paths is almost a requirement. This end unit townhome lives like a single family detached home but with the amenities of a club. It’s the largest unit/model in the complex, quiet, serene, a view of the creek from the living room window. Big outdoor space that welcomes you into the unit. Large living room with vaulted ceilings, four large sized bedrooms, 2 yrs new washer/dryer, new roof, and a new foundation complete the space. Covered parking is included in the price. Pool, clubhouse, on-site child care (for a fee), and a playground is on premises. Walking paths to Edgefield McMenamins, Robertson park, and much more. Close to Hwy 205 without the noise. In fact it’s a 15 min drive to Portland. 5 minutes to the water, shopping, restaurants.
Hiding in plain sight! Over a quarter of an acre, this home site has serious potential. Located just a 5 minute walk to the beach, and twice that to downtown, filled with boutiques, tasty treats and live music seasonally. Build your dream beach get away here, an easy exit away from HWY 101 but privatized. Peaceful & perfectly positioned.
List Price: $99,000
VL Nehalem Rd,
Neahkahnie, OR 97131
MLS# 18094061
.31 Acres
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
This Duplex offers a laid back vibe and is located less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Simple yet satisfactory. The privatized backyard backs up to wetlands, full of beautiful wildlife and northwest vegetation. A one car garage on either side offers protection & dry storage from the coastal elements year round. Less than a 5 minute drive or a leisurely stroll along the beach will land you downtown Manzanita, filled with galleries, boutiques and local fare.
List Price: $479,000
9005 Nehalem Rd,
Neahkanie, OR 97131
MLS# 18618453
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
On a large lot with southern exposure, in the heart of the West Tabor hills sits this beautiful 1921 Craftsman Bungalow. Sunny upstairs master en suite has West Hills views. Amazing designer kitchen features high end appliances, Blue Bahia granite counters, custom quartersawn Oak cabinets. Remodeled basement with backyard access, bonus room, gear storage, updated systems & laundry. Oversized 2 car garage has rooftop deck. Blocks from Mt. Tabor park.
2 Bedrooms 3 Full Bathrooms Plus Office/Den with 1273 sqft
2 bedrooms upstairs each with ensuite baths plus large balcony up front. Main-floor office/den with siding glass doors and courtyard view plus access to the 3rd full bathrooms. Open and Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas range and smart storage. Skylights and sliding glass doors open to large deck and backyard. Tankless hot water, newer siding and roof.
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Beautiful, light filled 3 bedroom home on an oversized lot in Montavilla. Updated systems, roof & windows. Remodeled bathroom and sunny kitchen with outdoor access, ample storage and eating area. Original mouldings, built-ins, hardwoods, fireplace. Upstairs 3rd bedroom offers huge spaces, skylights and bonus potential. Backyard Habitat certified garden with established natives, fenced yard & entertainer’s deck. Close to Farmer’s Market, fabulous coffee shops, dining and other Montavilla treats, this home is dreamy and move-in ready.
SUN! We’re making hay in the summer sun at the beach. The market is hot, the ocean breezes are cool. Manzanita is averaging a 10% increase in value for the last few years. If you have been waiting to jump on a vacation home opportunity time may start to equal a genuine increased cost. Inventory is low but with eyes on the prize anything is possible. Ready? Hans Tonjes hans@livingroomre.com 503-936-4244
Move-in ready charmer awaits! Enjoy an open and light layout with an open entry, living room, dining room plus laundry/utility room and two bedrooms. Additional storage space in unfinished attic. Features new bamboo floors in the main living areas. New exterior paint plus many other updates including the roof, sewer, windows, furnace and water heater.
The lot is .20 acres in size and has a new cedar fence. Park your cars in the driveway or drive into the gated yard. Lots of possibilities with this large lot with mature trees.
Offered at $289,000. 12616 SE Sherman Street, Portland.
Our seller’s were hesitant to part ways with this beautiful piece of land, with it’s ocean views, grand northwest vegetation and peaceful feel. But when a buyer came forward and offered to preserve the space as their family’s outdoor area and picnic site, they had to agree it was a great idea!
Located at the base of Neahkahnie mountain, this lot and neighborhood offer laid back beach vibes while hosting incredibly beautiful homes. It’s slight elevation from the beach offers astounding views. If you’d like to know more about the community of Manzanita, visit our communities page HERE.
VL 2nd St, Neahkahnie
97131
.17 Acres
SALE PRICE: $217,500
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Some may say that finding a home is part art, part science and part luck, which I am sure, is part true especially the luck part. This also applies to meeting new clients. On February 10th of this year, I was lucky enough to have had an opportunity to meet Ryan and Annette and learn all about them and their family goals. During our initial meetings, they shared about their journey to purchase a home in a different state prior to relocating to Portland (NE), which had left them frustrated and defeated. Flash forward two years after spending time learning the city and which neighborhoods worked best for their family’s lifestyle, I am thrilled to have had the opportunity to be a part of their journey and it has been a pleasure and honor to work with this amazing family throughout the home buying process. Congratulations to you Ryan and Annette and your awesome family. Welcome to Alameda!
Move in ready mid-century ranch in Woodstock on large lot! One level, open floor plan with clean lines, fresh paint inside and out, refinished wood floors and updated bath. Refreshed kitchen maintains that mid-century vibe. Large attached garage! Big, private yard is fully fenced. Near Woodstock park and school, bus line and bike lane. HES 1.
Relax and fall in love with your very own panoramic city view surrounded by cascade mountains St. Helens, Adams, & Hood. This remodeled 1900 Portland classic home is an entertainer’s delight with private roof-top deck, formal dining, eat in kitchen, and bonus space to be enjoyed.
High ceilings and wide stairways flow upward taking you to the master suite, 2nd bedroom, and grand room. Great for entertaining; the top floor provides vaulted ceilings complete with an ornate crystal chandelier, rich oak walls, and an invitingly warm fireplace.
Nearby you can explore the Japanese Garden, International Rose Test Garden, the Zoo, and many more exhibits within Washington Park.
Also close by is Portland’s very own major league soccer team The Portland Timbers at Providence Park.Pioneer Courthouse Square (Portland’s Living room), and an endless number of additional attractions are all within walking distance or a short TriMet ride away.
The Goose Hollow neighborhood allows for a high walk-score of 80 and higher ride-score of 92! This translates to a 5 minute walk to the nearest Max Line, and errands accomplished on foot.
If you’re looking for a mix of classic charm, modern living, and city life without the downtown city hassle, this might be the home for you. Come enjoy the views and experience why this home is being dubbed the Panoramic Portland Classic!
An incredible living opportunity! Recently listed at $419,000, here’s your chance to purchase brand new (plus a garage!) steps from downtown Manzanita, Nehalem Bay Park and of course the beach.
Open floor plans throughout the living dining and kitchen areas gives this Cape Cod-inspired home maximum space feel! Enjoy two roomy bedrooms paired with two full baths that allow for friends and family to visit without feeling cramped. A covered private patio shows off gorgeous views of nearby Neahkhanie and the Manzanita Golf Course. The attached one car garage adds extra storage space and protection to vehicles during the cooler months. HOA common areas include green space, paved pathways, outdoor storage and green spaces.
Stunning views of Neahkahnie Mountain and close proximity to downtown are just a couple things about this brand new coastal cabin that make it special. The quiet and beautiful neighborhood and added sense of community combined with the peripheral location allows privacy, making it the best of both worlds.
“Manzanita has a relaxed feel to it’s beautifully well kept neighborhoods. In the southern end of town, residents enjoy easy access to the Nehalem Bay State Park with 1.8 miles of paved trails running through beautiful pines along the bay. Whereas a local living centrally in Manzanita, would appreciate easy walking distance to downtown and the ocean beach. This happy little beach town has has just enough bustle to keep you connected to the community, while giving residents the space to enjoy a quiet lifestyle. Famous for it’s CART’M (Community Action Recycling Team of Manzanita) recycling center and “refindery” store thanks to the dedication to many local volunteers pursuing sustainability and awareness, this beach town is at the forefront of progress on the PNW coast.”
LISTING PRICE: $419,000
363 Jackson Way
Manzanita, OR 97130
2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom
1,014 Square Feet
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
This quintessential craftsman bungalow sits perfectly at the corner of NE 50th Ave and NE Siskiyou Street where its multiple gables, broad shouldered front porch and classic detailing showcase the best of a construction era cherished by countless Portlanders. From the beautiful, rebuilt vertical grain fir porch, to the stunning maple hardwoods and numerous built-ins, visitors to this home are greeted by the perfect juxtaposition of thoughtful updates and original finishes. Beyond the beautiful interior spaces and stunning architectural elements are grounds that are among the most delightful in Northeast Portland. A single car garage flanks the western edge of the property and ensures privacy for backyard BBQ’s, taking in a book on the deck or a summer nap. Just blocks from bustling NE Fremont Street and located within the highly sought after Alameda Catchment area, this quintessential craftsman bungalow is one to take note of.
Standing tall on a rare, oversized lot and thoughtfully laid out across three floors. The main floor features an open living / dining room with sweeping ceilings, tons of natural light and an office tucked nicely in the NW corner. The kitchen / great room pairs oak hardwoods with rift white oak cabinetry and classic surface treatments. Cedar and Moss lighting, a LaCantina door and built-in bookshelves speak to some of the high end finishes that compliment one of the finest homes created by Butler Redevelopment to date!The upper floor features an incredible master with dueling closets and stunning en suite bathroom. Three additional bedrooms and a laundry round out the second floor which features gorgeous tree top views of the surrounding neighborhood.The lower level features a wet bar and expansive family room, while a large fifth bedroom and fourth bath provide ample space for a large family or visiting guests. Situated half a block from Wilshire Park and on one of Beaumont-Wilshire’s quietest streets. This grand modern home leaves nothing to chance.
This classic craftsman sits proudly at the foot of Mt Tabor, just a block from the bustling shops of Hawthorne Boulevard. The home’s rich architectural past is evident from the moment you approach the front door. As you enter you are greeted by a gorgeous foyer that extends to a central hallway offering access to one of the home’s two bedrooms, the living room and dining room. Noteworthy features include an antique chandelier, stained millwork, fir floors, built-ins and a butler’s pantry. The kitchen has been carefully updated to include new cabinetry and quartz counters that blend perfectly with the original wood floors and pantry cabinets. The lower floor includes updated mechanicals, an internal waterproofing system and ample space. With an incredible Walk Score, easy access to public transit, and a location in one of Portland’s most sought after neighborhoods this home won’t last long.
Renovated in 2018, this Beaumont English boasts 4 beds and 3-1/2 baths. The main floor is home to a stunning open, kitchen with rift white oak cabinets, eat-in nook, Wolf range and Cedar & Moss lighting. The living room has a wood burning fireplace, refinished hardwoods and expansive windows. From the living room you find yourself engaged by an open dining room, complete with a classic Nelson Saucer pendant and noteworthy LaCantina door, seamlessly blending interior and exterior living spaces. A large bedroom and full bath round out the main floor. The upper floor has an ideal 3 bed, 2 bath layout, in addition to a loft / office and quaint nook, perfect for long naps, crafting or kids who want to be kids. The master suite features two closets and a double vanity, while the stained concrete floors, half bath and open spaces in the basement provide numerous options for the next owner. One of Butler Redevelopment’s finest homes to date – located within the Alameda catchment and just blocks to shops, featuring beautiful grounds, an oversized garage and an address just off the ridge!
Take your coast living experience to new heights in this exquisite 3 level masterfully crafted home. Resting above downtown Rockaway Beach, enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Lake Lytle and Neahkahnie Mountain from any room in the home. Venture onto the northwest facing second level deck for some otherworldly r&r and million dollar sunsets. A stunning metal spiral staircase connects each flawless floor to the next, while an abundance of beautifully placed windows allows natural light to flow throughout the home.
Cute doesn’t even begin to cut it in this 1,390 SF cedar shake shingled and composite gabled roof, you’ll feel like you’ve traveled into your own private beach wonderland as soon as you step out of the car. A northwest facing deck displays enviable ocean, coast, lake and mountain views while offering the highest level of privacy.
Open floor plans through the living, dining and kitchen area create a serene flow through the second level of the home. Hall closets to the east offer plenty of storage for all your daily needs. The living room looks out from the northwest side of the home and offers incredible views up and down the coast, while the floor to ceiling windows invite in an abundance of natural light. Enjoy mature Northwest vegetative views while you prepare food for friends or family in this spacious and airy kitchen. Sparkling quartz counter tops border this chef’s dream of a kitchen, while a thoughtfully designed dining spaces lends incredible views while you wine and dine.
The master suite is located on the top floor while the second bedroom is situated on the first, allowing privacy and deep sleep for all. Enjoy the spacious second bedroom with plenty of room to rest, relax, dine or dance! Room for bunkbeds and extra sleepers is located down here as well, easy to close off for extra privacy. The master suite hosts luminous views in every direction without you even having to get out of bed. Beautifully crafted, enjoy a relaxing and private bath with the entire Oregon coast at your viewing pleasure. Large closets provide ample storage while keeping the loft space clutter free. A balcony looks down onto the living area, keeping a cozy feel to the home.
List Price: $496,000.00
MLS# 18412102
1,390 SF
1.21 Acres
2 bed | 2 bath
320 Northslope way,
Rockaway Beach OR 97136
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Adorable, light and bright Brentwood-Darlington cottage on large, 0.16 acre lot. House is tucked away from the street for privacy. Great layout and house lives a lot larger than it looks. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Original fir floors and separate garage.
Tons of outdoor space for Summer entertaining, gardening or ADU building. Walk and bike friendly location – close to Brentwood Park, food carts, Woodstock shops, restaurants, and New Seasons.
Portland’s Brentwood-Darlington neighborhood is in Southeast Portland bordered by neighborhoods Woodstock to the west, Mt. Scott-Arleta to the north, and Lents to the east. Looking for a walkable or bike-able hood? Look no further. A few favorite bars/parks/restaurants/grocery in close distance include:
Neahkahnie Gold! This extra large ocean view lot offers an exceptional location for those wishing to build their own coastal retreat. Outside the Tsunami inundation zone but less than a 5 minute drive to downtown Manzanita and within walking distance of Oswald West State Park & Neahkahnie Mountain Trails.
List Price: $199,900
VL 7940 Sunset Dr,
Neahkahnie, OR 97131
.49 Acres
MLS# 18520056
Tosha ReinmillerIf you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Listed and sold in just 1 weekend! This beautiful 1-level ranch style home is tucked away in quiet well established neighborhood in Beaverton. The Vose Neighborhood offers plenty of amenities including, quick access to freeways, the Fanno Creek Trail system, Beaverton Farmers Market, and the recently renovated Vose Elementary school.
This home boasts an open floor-plan with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2 car garage, and a large fully fenced backyard. It’s no surprise this lovely home sold so quickly. More recent updates included, vinyl windows, tankless water heater, garage door openers, one gorgeous gas fireplace, stainless appliances and more. Congrats to the sellers for closing this chapter of life, but excited for the buyers to begin theirs in this wonderful neighborhood.
Cheers to enjoying Beaverton’s living at it’s best!
This gorgeous lot rests on almost half an acre of coastal beauty. Located at the southern entrance of serene Oceanside, enjoy priceless views of Netart’s Bay and the Pacific Ocean, while remaining a close walk away from downtown. Matured vegetation offers privacy while inspiring space to build.
List Price: $90,000
MLS # 18695658
.40 Acres
Ocean View
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Charming vintage bungalow sits on an oversize corner lot zoned R2. Spruce up the house and enjoy a nice sized yard, or develop the land for multiple units. Divide lot and keep house? Potential for 2 lots and 2 houses with ADU for 4 units? Proposed rezoning in 2019 would allow for a 5,590 sq ft building with as many units as can fit inside it. Buyer to do due diligence. HES 5
Room to Relax! Over 1/2 an acre (.63 acres) oceanfront lot located near Oswald State Park. Nestled in old growth trees just north of Manzanita and south of Cannon Beach. Out of tsunami inundation zone. Documents available include: Septic approval, Geo-technical Assessment and Schematic site plan. Build your dream home with spectacular views!
“Falcon Cove is located just 10 minutes south of Cannon Beach, on the far side Neahkahnie Mountain and is shaped as a lazy loop through the woods, running along Falcon Beach, setting up incredible views on spacious lots with lots of privacy. Residents in Falcon Cove enjoy a whole other level of zen, surrounded by old growth forest and rumble of waves.” If you’d like to learn more about the community of Falcon Cove, visit our communities page HERE.
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Home on the Green. This level and spacious corner lot hosts dramatic views of Manzanita Golf Course, with hole 3 tee fairway directly to the west. The rest of the neighborhood has been established, leaving just this large corner lot with incredible views and huge building potential. Just a stroll away from downtown Manzanita filled with local coffee shops, the farmers market and boutiques.
Centrally located in a quiet and newly developed neighborhood, while remaining walking distance from downtown Manzanita, Nehalem Bay State Park and of course, Manzanita Beach. To learn more about the Manzanita Community, visit our site HERE.
LIST PRICE: $195,000
601 Mulligan Dr, Manzanita, OR 97130
.18 Acres
MLS#: 18151236
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Single-level living in this 2,767 square foot lodge home
A true NW Coastal experience this 2,767 square foot one-level thoughtfully designed and well appointed home features a gourmet kitchen, vaulted great room, exquisite master suite, and an apartment, only a taste of all that it affords. Located due east of the ocean on 5 acres adjacent to forest land, spend your days exploring – hiking, fishing, crabbing, kayaking, and whale watching. Then retreat back to your lodge-like home. View Virtual Tour
Built in 1917, this stunning Beaumont Mediterranean stands today as one of the neighborhood’s most noteworthy homes. With seemingly no equal in Northeast, this home features five bedrooms and five full bathrooms across 4000 square feet. The main floor greets you with a picturesque arched doorway and sunken foyer that leads into a grand living room with stunning hardwood floors, beautiful divided light windows and a substantial new gas fireplace. The formal dining room is spacious and opens elegantly into the expansive kitchen and an adjacent sitting area. Rounding out the main floor is a full bathroom and a noteworthy main floor office which is home to custom built-ins, stunning architectural details and a en suite bathroom. The upstairs layout is a great juxtaposition of clever spaces and a functional layout rarely seen in a Portland century home. At the west end of the second floor lies two gracious bedrooms, one with a Jack and Jill bathroom connecting it to a third bedroom and the other with an additional full bathroom just steps away, down a common hallway. The master quarters at the east end of the home features its own sitting room in addition to a expansive bedroom with walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom, complete with soaking tub, double vanity and custom details throughout! With newer windows, radiant heat, forced air cooling, a presidential shingle roof and additional features such as a mudroom, an expansive basement and beautiful grounds, this Beaumont property is one you won’t want to miss! Just two blocks to shops and restaurants and located within the Alameda Elementary catchment area and arguably Portland’s hottest neighborhood.
Brian and Peter fell head over heels for this little coast beauty, the moment they saw it!
The quintessential Ross Chapin cottage, two blocks to town and 8 blocks to the beach. Simple coastal interior finishes, that inspire a relaxed feel. The lovely covered patio overlooks Neahkahnie Mountain and The Manzanita Golf Course. Two bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, perfect for entertaining guests. Located in a quiet neighborhood of quality built homes and out of the tsunami inundation zone.
Classic Street Cottages offers beautiful common areas throughout the neighborhood. Including: a fire pit, open air gazebo with a fireplace, landscaped walking paths and green space. A little bit more about the community of Manzanita… “Manzanita has a relaxed feel to it’s beautifully well kept neighborhoods. In the southern end of town, residents enjoy easy access to the Nehalem Bay State Park with 1.8 miles of paved trails running through beautiful pines along the bay. Whereas a local living centrally in Manzanita, would appreciate easy walking distance to downtown and the ocean beach. This happy little beach town has just enough bustle to keep you connected to the community, while giving residents the space to enjoy a quiet lifestyle.”
Learn more about Manzanita HERE.
List Price: $399,000
Sold Price: $407,000
Jackson Way, Manzanita
OR, 97130
2 bed | 2 bath
1,014 SF
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Prime NE location for this sweet three bedroom, one bathroom ranch home in Vernon. Single level, open living dining space, modern kitchen, and accessible laundry create easy living. Two blocks to bustling Alberta St, Vernon Elementary, and Alberta Park with an 86 walk score & 78 bike score.
Bring your gardening and entertaining dreams to this large backyard with endless possibilities. Oversized lot zoned R2.5 with new “A” overlay allows for additional development.
OFFERED AT $450,000
3 BED | 1 BATH | 936 SQFT
MLS# 18599032 | TAXES: $4,000
Classic ranch in the heart of Parkrose Heights is waiting for you to make it your home sweet home. This great pad features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, including a master suite with a walk in closet. The home sits on a 0.13 acre on a quiet corner lot with beautiful landscaping and french drain for essential drainage. A fabulous open floor concept, boasting 1,466 total SQFT, welcomes you into the home with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Embrace all this modern kitchen has to offer with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops while enjoying intimate gatherings in the generous dining room! A home is never complete without a great backyard! With not one, but two yard spaces for the ultimate in outdoor entertaining. You can choose from the deck right off of the dining room that looks over the garden, or the cement patio next to the side yard for larger gatherings. There is a tool shed on the side and an attached garage for all of your storage needs. Are you big into energy saving? Well, this classic gem sports solar panels allowing little to NO utility bills.
The neighborhood of Parkrose is located near the Portland International Airport, Interstate 205, Interstate 84, and major Portland thoroughfares Columbia and Sandy, providing easy access to the best of what Portland has to offer. Parkrose is home to an excellent independent school district, as well as commercial, dining, and entertainment districts that mean you wont have to leave your neighborhood to find anything you need.
If you or anyone you know is thinking of buying or selling a home, please contact Amanda
Haworth with Living Room Realty at amanda@livingroomre.com or 503-453-7698.
Rising above the Nehalem Valley, this two story ‘walls of windows’ home is truly a sight. Enjoy stunning views of Neahkahnie Mountain, Onion Peak and the valley, from any northwest facing room in the house. Open floor plans throughout the downstairs, kitchen, living and dining area offer a simple and refined feel to the space. A freestanding wood burning stove keeps the living room cozy. The bedroom, located on the first floor hosts its own beautiful private deck facing the mountains. A second bedroom upstairs offers enviable views to the east, while an open loft space offers spectacular views to the west. Much of the property gets great southern exposure, making it an optimal space to grow a large garden, add an outdoor rec area or just enjoy as-is. Resting on over 2 acres of land, bordering on creeks and forests, you will feel like you can really breathe on this hillside. Much of the property gets great southern exposure, making this home an optimal space to grow a large garden, add an outdoor rec area or just simply enjoy your own little slice of Nehalem Valley Heaven.
A slanted gravel driveway leads you through mature northwest vegetation until you reach the spacious home above. Fronted with a covered stone patio to the southeast, perfect for taking your morning coffee. Enter the home one either of two ways depending on where you’ve been outside. The main entrance and front door leads you into the home and directs you into the kitchen, living room and dining space with a quaint entry. If it was a wet muddy day on the Oregon coast, than head through the back utility door to discard clothes or towel down the dog before connecting into the home for some serious rest and relaxation. The spacious living area is surrounded by floor to ceiling windows, allowing for priceless views of the surrounding valley and mountains.
Enjoy brand new cabinetry and plenty of space in this open and inspiring kitchen, add a butcher block to round out this exceptional space. The dining area also hosts floor to ceiling windows, allowing incredible views in all directions, anytime of day. This home hosts a bedroom and bathroom on each level, as well as a large loft space upstairs that can be converted into a third bedroom or guest sleeping space. The laundry room is located on the first floor and hosts a large and functional utility sink.
Built during Teddy Roosevelt’s presidency, this 1909 classic is set on a bright, sunny, fenced lot a block from Alberta Arts cafes, shops, dining. High ceilings, bamboo floors, updated systems. Master suite upstairs w/soaking tub & bonus/office. Remodeled kitchen & bathroom on the main level. Modern garage for projects & gear, finished basement for guests/office/media, covered porch for neighbor chats & morning coffee.
Easy, breezy, one-level living for down-sizers, first-timers and investors. Vaulted LR w/gas fireplace & french doors to covered patio. Master suite has walk-in closet & french doors. Vaulted kitchen w/eating bar, dishwasher & disposal. Fresh, wall-to-wall carpet throughout. Laundry room, double garage, rv parking. Central air, built-in gas BBQ & fire pit. Surround sound. Leased solar panels $26/month. Low maintenance yard.
Take your coast living experience to new heights in this exquisite 3 level masterfully crafted home. Resting above downtown Rockaway Beach, enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Lake Lytle and Neahkahnie Mountain from any room in the home. Venture onto the northwest facing second level deck for some otherworldly r&r and million dollar sunsets. A stunning metal spiral staircase connects each flawless floor to the next, while an abundance of beautifully placed windows allows natural light to flow throughout the home.
Cute doesn’t even begin to cut it in this 1,390 SF cedar shake shingled and composite gabled roof, you’ll feel like you’ve traveled into your own private beach wonderland as soon as you step out of the car. A northwest facing deck displays enviable ocean, coast, lake and mountain views while offering the highest level of privacy.
Open floor plans through the living, dining and kitchen area create a serene flow through the second level of the home. Hall closets to the east offer plenty of storage for all your daily needs. The living room looks out from the northwest side of the home and offers incredible views up and down the coast, while the floor to ceiling windows invite in an abundance of natural light. Enjoy mature Northwest vegetative views while you prepare food for friends or family in this spacious and airy kitchen. Sparkling quartz counter tops border this chef’s dream of a kitchen, while a thoughtfully designed dining spaces lends incredible views while you wine and dine.
The master suite is located on the top floor while the second bedroom is situated on the first, allowing privacy and deep sleep for all. Enjoy the spacious second bedroom with plenty of room to rest, relax, dine or dance! Room for bunkbeds and extra sleepers is located down here as well, easy to close off for extra privacy. The master suite hosts luminous views in every direction without you even having to get out of bed. Beautifully crafted, enjoy a relaxing and private bath with the entire Oregon coast at your viewing pleasure. Large closets provide ample storage while keeping the loft space clutter free. A balcony looks down onto the living area, keeping a cozy feel to the home.
List Price: $496,000.00
MLS# 18412102
1,390 SF
1.21 Acres
2 bed | 2 bath
320 Northslope way,
Rockaway Beach OR 97136
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
Sparkling clean and move-in ready Mt Tabor bungalow. Perfect location near all the action on Division and Hawthorne, but tucked into the heart of the neighborhood and just 7 blocks to 200 acre Mt. Tabor park! Light filled and open floor plan, refinished wood floors, entry, porch, and wood burning fireplace in generous living room. Private yard is fenced and features a covered deck. Detached garage with opener. HES 1.
Newer construction craftsman offers perfect blend of classic styling and modern amenities. Sun-filled open concept living spaces feature wood floors, built-ins, gas fireplace, dining area with slider to deck, kitchen with granite and tile, pantry. Main floor laundry room and attached garage! 2nd floor has generous master suite with walk-in closet, luxurious bath, 2 more bedrooms and another full bath. A/C! So close to everything! HES 10.
A leisurely stroll away from downtown Wheeler, and just east of Nehalem Bay, this recently cleared home site gives off exceptional views of Nehalem Bay and valley, Neahkahnie Mountain and Zimmerman Creek to the north, west and south with mature vegetation towards the east. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac on the northwest end of Wheeler, Oregon, making it an exceptional place to build and call home.
All of this abundant beauty while remaining walking distance into down town Wheeler, making it the perfect balance between privacy and accessibility. Wheeler, like many of the small coastal communities in Oregon has begun to expand and grow slowly but surely and now offers some of the best meals and adventures around. Stroll down the street and have an incredible breakfast at Handy Creek Bakery, or head to the Rising Star for a cocktail and the most thoughtfully prepared meals. The options for outdoor fun are endless! Explore via kayak, boat or SUP board. Go crabbing at Kelly’s Marina or head south to the jetty for an explosion of local wildlife.
This marvelous split level is an exquisite mid-century specimen! With 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and 3024 square feet, this home is loaded with blonde brick fireplaces (two!) and built-in planters, parquet wood paneling, newly re-finished hardwoods, and walls and walls of picture windows to enjoy the views of Mt. Saint Helens and surrounding north-eastern vistas! Large daylight finished basement, with separate entrance, has terrific ADU potential. Numerous outdoor bonus spaces, and a large, verdant backyard make great use of this 9200 square foot lot! Don’t miss the new Skylab Park (Luuwit Park) at NE 127th and Fremont!
Picture Perfect in Piedmont. Beautiful corner lot across from the park, bursting with established flora, edibles and custom hardscaping. Quintessential 1926 home with original hardwoods and charm, plus unique and custom details. Modern comforts abound with extensive systems and energy efficiency updates, remodeled kitchen, bathroom and backyard vaulted studio. Tall ceilings in unfinished basement ready for additional bedrooms, bath and more. Discover your home-sweet-home in a lovingly renovated old Portland classic.
Live it up in this ocean view, 3 level condo! Vaulted ceilings open the living space up and allow an abundance of natural light in. Ocean views from the master suite + HOT TUB on 2nd level balcony. A bonus family room on the first level offers extra sleeping & rec room. Enjoy close proximity to colorful downtown Rockaway Beach, fishing and water outdoor activities at Lake Lytle and delicious dining like the Offshore Grill.
List Price: $385,000
2 Bed | 2.1 Bath
1,619 SF
MLS# 18695170
184 N Pacific St,
Rockaway Beach, OR 9713
If you are interested in Manzanita Real Estate or Surrounding areas. Please feel welcome to reach out.
Tosha Reinmiller
Principal Broker
Living Room Realty – Manzanita
(541) 231-5829
tosha@livingroomre.com
As the market cools considerably and brings with it great relief for buyers, for sellers who have been watching the market, the opposite is true. While the balancing out of the market is a good thing overall, the stress of not knowing how long it will take to sell your home and for owner occupied sellers, the stress of always feeling like you live in a museum can be rough. One year ago I would not have advised a seller to sell a home off-market without listing it on RMLS, but in this new reality, for some sellers, this can be the least stressful and most fruitful path to follow.
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