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Faster Approvals with New Short Sale Program
Monday, March 8th, 2010 at 2:42pm. 38 Views, 0 Comments.
"I'm done looking at Short Sales." Any broker that helps large numbers of buyers will report hearing this phrase uttered in disgust by frustrated buyers who cannot get a timely response from the bank's asset manager on their short sale offer. Sellers in the Portland market are frustrated too. I've noticed that they're not typically as vocal with their frustration.
If I was facing a short sale, I know that I wouldn't want to draw attention to my problems by complaining that the bank is taking too long to make a decision. It's difficult enough to ask for help, so holding the bank accountable to respond in a timely manner seems too much to ask for.
A speedy resolution is best for all parties:
- Sellers can move on with their lives and…
Bank Owned Mansion in NW Portland
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 at 8:19pm. 97 Views, 0 Comments.
Former home of NBA star, Scottie Pippen, is now owned by the bank. For only $1.8M, you can have over 2 acres in NW Portland, 6 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms all in just over 16,000 SF.
Details can be found here Bank Owned Mansion.
Serious buyers only. Call for appointment.
We are not the listing agents, as this is listed with Don McCredie of Realty Trust.
Update: Scottie did not lose it to the bank... he sold it in 2007 for $2.95M after buying it for $4M in 2000.
Arbor Lodge Home Perfect for First Time Home Buyer
Thursday, February 18th, 2010 at 11:46am. 108 Views, 0 Comments.
Fabulous location next to Arbor Lodge Park. Move-in ready. Generous one-level floorplan. Great for first-time homebuyer or downsizer. Air Conditioning. Wrapped windows. Vaulted Ceilings.
3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 1232 Sqft
Built in 1997. Schools are Chief Joseph, Ockley Green, Jefferson HS
Taxes $1584 per year. MLS #10013401
Address: 7016 N Delaware Ave, Portland, Oregon 97217
List price $214,999.
For more details see Arbor Lodge Home
Contact us to schedule a private showing.
Historic Lair Hill Victorian - Mt Hood & River Views
Wednesday, February 10th, 2010 at 1:59pm. 314 Views, 0 Comments.
Amazing Views of Mt. Hood and Willamette River. Classic Lair Hill Victorian convenient to downtown, and OHSU. Lovingly remodeled. New Kitchen update. Air Conditioning. Large Master bedroom. Walk-up attic (additional 400SF) and clean, open basement with high ceiling and outside door ready for finishing. Side yard with development potential - buyers to do own due diligence.
3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2169 Sqft + 400 Sqft walk-up attic
Built in 1894. Schools are Capitol Hill, Jackson Middle, Wilson High
Taxes $3,862 per year. MLS #10010936
Address: 4531 SW Water Ave, Portland, Oregon 97239
List price $349,000.
For more details see Lair Hill Victorian Home
Contact us to schedule a private…
Nice Single Level Ranch in Beaverton's Sorrento Ridge Neighborhood
Monday, February 8th, 2010 at 1:47pm. 230 Views, 0 Comments.
Wonderful Sorrento Ridge ranch with family friendly floor plan. New carpet, new floors in kitchen & baths. Newer furnace, A/C, attic insulation, windows and fresh exterior paint. The backyard offeres a large covered deck for entertaining w/hot tub. Great RV/Boat parking on corner lot as well!
3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 1378 Sqft
Built in 1977. Schools are Fir Grove, Highland Park, Beaverton HS
Taxes $3,147 per year. MLS #10009662
Address: 7650 SW Erica Place, Beaverton, Oregon 97008
List price $229,000.
For more details see Sorrento Ridge Home
Contact us to schedule a private showing.
NE Portland 9-Unit Multi-Family Property For Sale
Monday, January 11th, 2010 at 4:46pm. 217 Views, 0 Comments.
NE Portland 9-Unit Multi-Family Property For Sale
Solid 9-unit complex near shopping, schools, MAX, freeway, and more. Nice mix of unit sizes. Recent updates to many units. Easy to maintain one level building with on-site laundry. Parking for 15 cars. Very Low vacancy rates and easy to rent. Upside on under market rents.

Total of 6490SF. Nine units: 1 3BR, 5 2BR, 3 1BR units.
Gross Income $26,740
Operating Expense $17,331
Net Income $47,219
CAP Rate = 7.0
Gross Rent Multiplier = 10.43
List Price $675,000
For more details of this listing see Property Detail Sheet
To see other multi-family property listings check out our Portland Multi-Family Property page
Cooper Mountain Home For Sale - Perfect Starter
Monday, November 30th, 2009 at 4:48pm. 938 Views, 0 Comments.
Wonderful Cooper Mountain home with family friendly floor plan. Bright kitchen opens to great room with gas fireplace. 4 Bedrooms + Bonus Room upstairs. Deck with great valley views. Backs to green space. Quite cul-de-sac location!
4 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths 1747 Sqft
Built in 2000. Hardiplank siding. Schools are Hazledale, Mt View, Aloha.
Taxes $2,698 per year. MLS #9089324
Address: 7366 SW 197th Place, Aloha, Oregon 97007
List price $269,000.
For more details see Cooper Mountain Home
Contact us to schedule a private showing.
Four-plex in St John's Cathedral Park Neighborhood
Sunday, November 8th, 2009 at 12:38pm. 939 Views, 0 Comments.
Perfect owner-occupied four-plex
Live in one unit, and rent out other three units. Four units, all ~800 SF- 2BR/1BA & renting for ~ $800/mo. FHA eligible for owner-occupied. Locked front entry, on site laundry & storage, each unit has seperate rear/side entry. Well maintained building. Two units and common areas recently updated; hurry to see units before they are rented.
Total of 3200 SF. Four units, each 800 SF 2BR 1BA
For more details of this listing see St Johns Four-plex
To see other multi-family property listings check out our Portland Multi-Family Property page
Beaverton New Construction - The Cottages
Thursday, October 29th, 2009 at 1:43pm. 302 Views, 0 Comments.
New construction in Beaverton at a great price. Perfect for first time home buyers! Many upgrades included in each home. Tile counters and floors, wood grain laminate flooring, stainless steel appliances, extensive wainscoting, fully fenced backyards and professionally landscaped, covered patios, main level office/den. 100% financing available through Key Bank!
Call Chris Olson (503-896-6100 ) with the Portland Real Estate Cafe @ Keller Williams for details.
3 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms 1612 Sqft
Address: 17576 SW Robert LN, Beaverton, OR 97006
Directions: SW 175th between Kinnaman and Blanton
To see other listing in Beaverton, check out our Beaverton homes for sale or search the entire Portland RMLS…
Duplex in North Portland's Kenton Neighborhood
Thursday, October 22nd, 2009 at 2:34pm. 588 Views, 0 Comments.
Great first time home buyer or investor opportunity in the Kenton neighbhorhood of Norht Portland. This is a well maintained Duplex, each unit with 2 bed, 1.5 bath with full basement. Add value by finishing basement - potential for family rooms, bedroom, etc. Hardwood floors and tile in kitchen. Walk to MAX, park, shopping. Perfect for owner occupied investment. Buyer to do own due diligence.
Each unit is 2 bedroom 1.5 bathrooms, 1844 Sqft.
Address: 1935 N WINCHELL ST, Portland, Oregon 97217
Priced at $299,000 making it a perfect investment or great owner occupied home.
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