Portland's Real Estate Market Continues To Have A Strong Year

Portland’s real estate market continues to have a strong year. Home prices continue to rise while the inventory of homes for sale remains at historic lows.

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In Summary:

The most compelling news is a 15.3% rise in the average sales price of a Portland home this year.  This increase compares to a low-point in home prices last year, though represents a solid rebound from what may be the end of the housing market downturn.  Home buyers have returned to the market with confidence and determination, which combined with very few homes for sale, has put an upward pressure on home prices.  This could be the right time to sell your house. 

 This graph displays the rise and fall in home prices between 2004 and today.  The average sales price of a Portland home is currently 30% higher than it was in 2004, and takes into account the fallout in pricing between 2007-2012.  This is great news for long-term homeowners and testimony to the rewards of home ownership over the years.  An average priced home of $235,000 in 2004 would be worth over $302,000 today.  It’s hard to save that kind of money otherwise!         

Close-in neighborhoods within North, Northeast, and Southeast Portland continue to be hot zones with houses selling quickly and often with multiple offers.  Inner-SE and NE Portland have experienced the greatest share of price increases.   

Southwest and Northwest Portland, Beaverton, Aloha, and Hillsboro are also selling quickly.  These areas have held a larger share of the distressed bank-owned and short-sale properties selling at lower prices. 

Area’s more rural East and Southeast of Portland like Gresham, Troutdale, Oregon City, and Milwaukie are selling at a slower pace but increased in price by 3-5% this past year.

Interest Rates are still under 4%. 

Please call me if it’s time to buy or sell a home.  I’ll work hard for you.

Darin Provost, Broker

Vintage Real Estate

503-784-7626

And call Steven Welch with Northwest Mortgage Group at 503-805-6810 if you think it’s time to refinance or buy.  You’ll be very happy with Steven’s experience and commitment to serving his clients.