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.
2736 SW Sylvania Ter Portland, OR 97219
Remodeled Ranch on an Oversized Lot
$698,000
Brand new remodel highlights the home’s original mid-century character. Custom stone entry leads into the living room centered by picture window & fireplace. Formal dining room off the updated eat-in kitchen with quartz counters & stainless steel appliances. Write your novel in the office/den with natural wood beamed ceiling. All 3 bedrooms on one floor. Both bathrooms fully redone. Huge tiered backyard with patio & lovely landscaping. Blocks from Stephenson Elementary & multiple natural areas, with easy proximity to I-5.
Square Feet: 1,910 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 3 + office
Bathrooms: 2
6413 Buena Vista Dr, Vancouver, WA 98661
East Coast Elegance Overlooking the Columbia
$1,650,000
1940s dream house overlooking the Columbia River. Spectacular views from all 3 floors & sleek decks. Chef’s kitchen with island, state-of-the-art appliances, & more breathtaking views. Primary suite includes a closet the size of a bedroom, vaulted ceilings, MORE vistas, & a huge luxurious bathroom. Lower floor is an elevated entertainment hub, including family room with a bar & wine fridge. Patio off the family room leads to the backyard oasis with fire pit, lush lawn, & manicured garden. Near the Vancouver Waterfront & PDX airport!
Square Feet: 4,202 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 4 + office
Bathrooms: 4
10864 SW Creightonwood Pl, Portland, OR 97219
Traditional Colonial Revival on a Serene Cul-de-Sac
$745,000
This Traditional Colonial Revival offers enough space to be social or simply enjoy nature. Entertain in the living, formal dining, & family rooms, or recharge in the spacious bedrooms. Airy eat-in kitchen opens to the peaceful backyard. Upstairs, the sun-drenched primary suite has big windows, built-in bookshelves, a walk-in closet, soaking tub, & shower. Outside, enjoy nature on the expansive new composite deck surrounded by garden boxes. Just minutes from Downtown Portland, Lake Oswego, & trails in Tryon Creek State Natural Area.
Square Feet: 2,994 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 4 + bonus/storage
Bathrooms: 3
$621,800
Average sales price in Portland Metro in July 2025
52 Days
Average days on market in Portland Metro in July 2025
+8 Days
Change in average days on market in Portland Metro compared to July 2024
3.7 Months
Inventory in Portland Metro in July 2025
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 Marciniak (Bloudek)
(503) 701-1000
sharon@bridgetoportland.com