When it comes to real estate, some properties seem to possess a certain magic that sets them apart from the rest. Such was the case with 210 SE 16th Ct in Gresham, Oregon, a breathtaking residence that quickly captured the attention of buyers. This property, listed by top Portland area Realtor Andy Harris of Foris … Continue reading "The Story Behind the Sale of 210 SE 16th Ct in Gresham, Oregon"

In the heart of Portland’s coveted Laurelhurst neighborhood, a bungalow recently captured the attention of homebuyers at 3815 NE Hassalo St. This 1920’s gem seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern upgrades, making it a hot commodity in today’s market. Listed by Realtor Andy Harris with Foris Real Estate, the property garnered immense interest and was … Continue reading "Charming Laurelhurst Dream Bungalow Sells Above Asking in Just 4 Days!"

Curious what’s going on in the Portland real estate market? Local real estate broker Andy Harris shares data on pricing, inventory, days on the market, pending, active, closed sales, and interest rates. Check out this short video to learn the latest market trends! Please reach out with any questions or to discuss how the market might impact … Continue reading "Portland Real Estate Market Update, April, 2024"

In this video, I discuss the current state of the residential real estate market in Portland, Oregon as of January 2024. I provide insights into the market trends, including interest rates, median sale prices, and activity levels. Despite the increase in interest rates, the market has maintained its stability, with prices even showing a 3.4% … Continue reading "Portland Real Estate Market Update – January, 2024 – A Recap of the 2023 Market, Where We Are Heading and More!"

Nestled in Portland’s vibrant Foster-Powell neighborhood, a remarkable opportunity recently unfolded at 3624 SE 66th Ave — a one-level, fully rented triplex that has just changed hands. This closed sale by Andy Harris and Foris Real Estate marks the transition of a well-maintained property with promising potential and a strategic location. Property Highlights: This triplex … Continue reading "SOLD! Exploring the Sale of 3624 SE 66th Ave – a Fantastic Foster-Powell Triplex Investment"

Buyers and sellers of real estate really need to understand how the yearly appreciation tends to play out here in the Portland, Oregon market. By understanding how appreciation happens here, buyers and sellers can potentially save or make ten’s of thousands of dollars by timing the market. Certainly there’s no guarantee, but the past can … Continue reading "Potentially Save or Make Thousands of Dollars by Timing the Real Estate Market in Portland, Oregon"

The real estate market has been on an incredible journey over the past few years in Portland, Oregon. Local Realtor Andy Harris of Foris Real Estate shares the latest market information, stats and data to help you understand where the market is today. He touches on housing prices, interest rates, listing and sold activity, among … Continue reading "Portland Real Estate Market Update – November, 2023"

Foris Real Estate broker and owner Andy Harris shares statistics and information pertinent for homeowners, prospective buyers, and anyone interested in the residential real estate market in Portland, Oregon. He discusses what’s going on in the condo market, where interest rates are at currently and how they compare historically, among several other topics. If you … Continue reading "Portland Real Estate Market Update – October, 2023"

In this video, Portland Realtor Andy Harris reviews this month’s inventory levels, median house price figures, interest rates, and more for the residential real estate market. He also takes a look at the most recent Portland net migration figures, which are important for projecting housing demand moving forward. If you have any questions about the … Continue reading "Portland Real Estate Market Update – August 2023"

Local Realtor Andy Harris from Foris Real Estate shares and interprets the latest data for the residential real estate market in Portland, Oregon. He also discusses how the end of 2023 might play out based on some of the data that he is seeing. Will it mirror 2022, or chart its own course? Dive in … Continue reading "Real Estate Market Update in Portland, Oregon – July 2023"

In this video I share with you the latest market data for the residential real estate market in the Portland, Oregon metro area. The data is from May 2023, and it shows that interest rates are up a little bit from earlier in the year. However, there has been some solid news on the inflation … Continue reading "Portland, OR Real Estate Market Update – May, 2023"

Portland, Oregon Realtor® Andy Harris shares some key data and insight into the latest happenings in the residential real estate market. He dives into the local market inventory, median home prices, closed sales, pending sales, and active sales levels. Both home buyers and home sellers will find this to be very useful information as they … Continue reading "Portland Real Estate Market Update – April, 2023"

Listing some of the fantastic programs that help first-time homebuyers.

The Portland Metro residential real estate market is constantly changing, and there are several market indicators that have made big swings lately.

My workshop will answer some of the FAQs about home selling.

When is the best time to buy or sell a home in the Portland metro area?