Let’s find your dream home.
Portland is an incredible place to live. Whether this is your first home buying experience or your 20th (yes, we have clients like you as well), we listen to what you are looking for and share our vast knowledge of Portland and the surrounding areas to help guide you to the perfect home that fits your needs.
The buying process.
Our team is dedicated to making your home buying experience great and although occasional surprises arise, there should never be surprises when working with us. We’ve got you. Here’s what you can expect when working with us.
1. Learn and gather.
We begin with an intake process to ensure we understand your needs, and how we can best be of service to you. We’ll talk about your life goals, house goals, and break down all of the information until we reach a starting place.
2. Search and tour.
We’ll begin by scouring our databases and our networks to identify properties that fit your criteria and work with you to coordinate schedules so we can make visits either together, or on your behalf if necessary.
3. Offers and negotiations.
When you’re ready to make an offer, we will walk you through the entire process, work with you to come up with an offer that makes sense, and work with the seller’s agent in order to complete the negotiation process to start escrow.
4. Review and finalize.
After the inspection and escrow period, we will make sure that all necessary paperwork is complete, the earnest money is collected, and documents are signed in order to get you the keys to your new home.
“I had the most wonderful experience working with Beth. She was always quick to respond, accessible, very knowledgeable, and didn't hesitate to advocate for me. I will definitely recommend her to anyone I come across looking to buy or sell!”
— Molly
The secret’s out about Portland. U.S. News & World Report named Portland as one of the top 150 cities to live.
“Two mountain ranges and the Pacific Ocean can be reached in an hour or two, while the fertile vineyards of the Willamette Valley lure city dwellers with a thirst for something fresh.” So if you’ve made up your mind that this is the incredible place you’d like to live, congrats! Now let’s talk about neighborhoods…
FEATURED NEIGHBORHOOD
Multnomah Village
An abundance of charm and character, Multnomah Village offers an array of unique restaurants, shops, bars, and more, in SW Portland. While keeping the small-town feel at heart, the Village has a strong sense of community from its residents to its businesses.
“Sharon is AMAZING! Her years of experience, calm energy, and knowledge of all the twists and turns of the home buying process put us at ease. Her patience to walk us through each step of the way while listening to our needs was greatly appreciated and helped us to find the perfect home. We highly recommend her to all family and friends!”
— Samara
Currently featured listings.
2525 SE Swain Ave, Milwaukie, OR 97267
Updated Mid-Century Tri-Level in Milwaukie
$599,900
There’s room for everyone in the comfortable large living room with picture window, original fireplace, & built-ins. Kitchen is adorned with quartz counters, tile backsplash, & stainless steel appliances. Dining area has a new slider that opens to the covered patio & expansive flat backyard. Large primary with remodeled ensuite bath upstairs. Separate living space on the lower level with a family room & office/bonus room. Near shopping, dining, & the Willamette River.
Square Feet: 2,320 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 3 + office
Bathrooms: 2.1
5914 NW 172nd Ter, Portland, OR 97229
Tidy Turnkey Traditional with Beautiful Updates
$650,000
Tidy Traditional set at the end of a dead-end street. New hardwood flooring on the main level, carpet upstairs, & interior paint. Kitchen has stainless steel appliances & island with bar seating. Large living room with corner gas fireplace. Dining area has a slider that opens to the patio & backyard. Main level includes flexible office/bedroom space. Loft family room & three bedrooms upstairs. Ideal commuter location near Hwy 26, Intel, Nike, PCC Rock Creek, & gorgeous parks.
Square Feet: 2,208 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 3 + office + loft
Bathrooms: 2.1
7210 SW Shady Ct, Tigard, OR 97223
Ranch Retreat Tucked Away in Tigard
$560,000
This picturesque neighborhood offers the chance to enjoy nature, while still close to the heart of Tigard. Living room features a cool original mid-century brick fireplace. Lovely open-concept kitchen & family room with another brick fireplace. Three bedrooms all on one floor, plus a bonus room. French doors off the kitchen open to a beautiful covered deck & private fenced backyard that feels like a lush oasis. Just minutes to Washington Square Mall & easy access to freeways!
Square Feet: 1,775 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 3 + bonus
Bathrooms: 1.1
$682,652
Average home sales price in November 2024
57 Days
Average days on market for houses in November 2024
+6 Days
Change in average days on market for houses as compared to November 2023
$373,927
Average condo sales price in November 2024
Frequently asked questions.
How long does it typically take to find a house?
The search and tour phase of buying a home can be incredibly quick or nice and slow, depending on the buyer and their needs. We do our best to help get each and every one of our buyers into the home of their dreams, in the timeframe they need.
Should I get pre-approved for a loan before making an offer?
Our team highly recommends getting pre-approved for a loan before stepping into a house on the market. This ensures that when you find the home that you want to make an offer on, even in a fast-paced market, you’re able to be as competitive as possible.
How do inspections work and when can I move in?
A standard inspection period is 5-10 business days. During this time we’ll have one of our top-notch inspectors visit the home and then we’ll prepare for negotiations if needed. The standard timeframe from getting an offer accepted to moving in is 30 days.
Get in touch with us.
Thank you for your interest in working together. We would love to connect with you and learn more about your Real Estate goals and needs.
Beth Benner
(503) 819-2885
beth@bridgetoportland.com
Sharon Bloudek
(503) 701-1000
sharon@bridgetoportland.com
Genmae Rianelli
(503) 867-5208
genmae@bridgetoportland.com