WHY WE LOVE PORTLAND: Food, Chefs, and Restaurants--Oh My!

Portland is a foodie town with some of the best food in the world and from around the world. We are teeming with creative chefs, beautiful spaces, and radical food carts! Take a look below at what we found out:

With over 500 Food Carts in the city, you can get food from anywhere around the world!

And there are 24 restaurants for every 10,000 people!

Award Winning and Celebrity Chefs:
Portland is home to several chefs who have been nominated for or won the James Beard Award for Excellence in Culinary Arts and some have even starred on TV shows. So get out there and support these amazing culture makers!Tea Houses:
There are 36 tea houses/rooms in the Portland metro area, from boho style tea dens, to modernist minimal, to the queen's parlor. Portland loves a hot cup of tea, iced and boba tea. Check this out for more on where to go!

Coffee Roasters:
There are 29 coffee companies that roast their coffee within the city of Portland! According to the checker at our local grocery store, COAVA is amazing...check it out!

Craft Breweries: 
Besides many in home breweries around the city, there are over 70 breweries in Portland. Grab your stein and go get a frosty!

Foods you can forage in the PNW:
- 14 seaside foods
- 32 edible berries
- 61 edible plants
- 12 different types of mushrooms

CLICK HERE to find out more

Wineries:
There are over 700 wineries in the Willamette Valley. Step aside Napa, there's a new wine tour in town!

About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

What is the Missing Middle?

"The Missing Middle Housing types provide diverse housing options, such as duplexes, fourplexes, cottage courts, and multiplexes. These house-scale buildings fit seamlessly into existing residential neighborhoods and support walkability, locally-serving retail, and public transportation options. They provide solutions along a spectrum of affordability to address the mismatch between the available U.S. housing stock and shifting demographics combined with the growing demand for walkability." -Middle Housing

Last week, DWELL magazine came out with an interesting article entitled Mole Hill Missing Middle which tells about Canadian designers who are creating new options in Vancouver BC. Vancouver BC and Portland are the top two ADU cities in North America, and both cities are promoting density and new ways to house its residents. To find out more, click here or on the image below.

About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Just Listed ::: Portland Paradise In Irvington

2138 NE Hancock Street, Portland, OR 97212

Grand Irvington Foursquare light-filled and spacious! Hardwood floors, chef’s kitchen, fresh paint, French doors to back deck and patio, formal living room with fireplace and picture window. 6 bedrooms, and 3 full baths give this inner city oasis plenty of versatility. Full basement with new drainage system and side entrance - perfect for storage or dreaming big! Updates galore: roof, landscaping, tankless water heater, skylights, electrical panel and EV charging! Don’t forget the detached garage - create your own space for work, fitness, or art. With a bike score of 100 and a walk score of 87, get around the city with ease!

$1,265,000

 6 bed | 3 bath | 4,446 sq. ft.
MLS#  21090594 | Taxes: $15,449

PLEASE SEE LISTING FOR COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES.

Preventing Water Intrusion

Is Water Finding Its Way Into Your Home?

It's raining a lot right now! The moment water hits the peak of your roof, it rolls down towards your gutters, it has to get off and away from your home. Take a look below at a few ideas to keep your house dry in this rainy weather.

• Keep your gutters clean and in good condition.

• Once water comes out of the downspouts, where does it go? Be sure to divert the water at least 6 feet away from your home.

• Check the slope of the ground around your house - is it sloping toward your home? Be sure it is sloping away to keep water moving in the right direction.

• Further methods like trench drains, French drains, sump pumps, bioswales, and dry wells could be in order to keep your house free of moisture intrusion.

If you need a drainage contractor, reach out to us so we can help!

About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Just Listed ::: Forest Glen Garden Cottage

13775 SW Scholls Ferry Rd, #18 Beaverton, OR 97008

Delight in this 55+, light-filled two bedroom, one bathroom spacious cottage style townhome complete with detached garage, large living room with tall ceilings, skylights, an open kitchen, and in-unit laundry room. New flooring and paint throughout. Walk out onto the garden-side open patio perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining, wander the well kept grounds at Forest Glen, and dine in-community 14 meals a month. With a walk score of 58 and a bike score of 67, get to shopping, parks, and downtown Beaverton with ease.

$179,000

 2 bed | 1 bath | 960 sq. ft.
MLS#  22490602 | Taxes: $2,541

PLEASE SEE LISTING FOR COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES.

Make Your Real Estate Plans for 2022 Early!

Happy Holidays everyone! If 2022 is the year you make your next real estate move, contact us early. Even if your plans are months away, it is best to talk to us as early as possible to get you the information you need to best prepare.

About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

NEW LOAN LIMIT JUST RELEASED

Wowza! The official and new 2022 conforming loan limit is now $647,200 (an increase of $98,950 from $548,250 in 2021).

This gives buyers much more purchase power and if you have any other lender questions, contact us today and we will put you in touch with a few wonderful lenders to talk to!

About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

12 Best Air Purifying Plants

As we go back inside and spend more time indoors - why not bring nature inside with you? And BONUS, clean toxins from the air! Not only very on trend with decor, house plants cleanse the air giving you cleaner, fresher air to breathe indoors. Check out this list on Neha Kandwal's Eco Blog.

About Us: Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped hundreds of clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.

Just Listed ::: Coveted Cully! House With Attached ADU On Large Lot!

6225 NE Emerson Street, Portland, OR 97218

Comfortable and versatile on an oversized lot with room for everyone! Multigenerational living anyone? Rent out a space, or have a separate creative space/work space, this property is a single family home with three bedrooms and one bathroom, large living room and kitchen, mud and laundry room, and a fully permitted attached ADU. Light-filled and spacious, the ADU features a bedroom loft space, lots of built-in storage, and an open floor plan. Large outdoor space to garden or entertain. Walk to parks, cafes, and more, and with a bike score of 91, get to where you love with ease!

$607,000

 3 bed + loft | 2 bath | 2,021 sq. ft.
MLS#  21523772 | Taxes: $6,534

PLEASE SEE LISTING FOR COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES.

Just Listed ::: VINTAGE RETREAT IN ARBOR LODGE!

6524 N Fenwick Avenue, Portland, OR 97217

Step inside this classic Tudor featuring original mahogany built-ins and trim, original tile on the fireplace, oak and fir floors, formal living and dining rooms, and two full baths. Retro kitchen with eat-in nook, large basement spaces for storage and more, and cozy bonus room upstairs. Wooded green space in the backyard full of low-maintenance native plants and raised vegetable beds perfect for gardening and entertaining. With an 84 walk score and a biker’s paradise score of 100, get to all the places you love with ease!

$594,900

 3 bed | 2 bath | 2,243 sq. ft.
MLS#  21356169 | Taxes: $3,885

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Just Listed ::: A Little Vino Would Be Keeno in this Overlook MCM!

2110 N Ainsworth Street, Portland, OR 97217

Cherished 1950 Overlook gem - this mid-century modern home will delight you throughout! Highlights include: Philippine mahogany accents, hardwood floors, original tile in kitchen and eat-in nook, formal living and dining rooms, wood burning fireplace, beautifully remodeled bath, crown moulding, updated Milgard windows, full basement with side entrance and additional half bath, and a whole house water filtration system. Don't miss the fully licensed and bonded winery in the detached two-car garage! Landscaped with Oregon native plants and flowers, patios and pergolas - garden and entertain throughout your yard. With a walk score of 75 and a biker's paradise score of 100, get around the city with ease.

$569,000

 2 bed | 1.1 bath | 2,244 sq. ft.
MLS#  21059676 | Taxes: $3,907

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Just Listed ::: SOPHISTICATED PORTLAND IN LAIR HILL

124 SW Meade Street, Portland, OR 97201

Step into this elegant Victorian home with modern amenities and upgrades throughout. Tucked away on a quiet street and stylishly appointed, this classic home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, formal living and dining rooms, open gourmet kitchen, den, sunroom, and bonus space upstairs. The primary bedroom has a separate space for office or creative pursuits. Complete with full basement with cedar closets and tuck under garage, private landscaped yard, a 77 walk score, and an 83 bike score so you can get around the city with ease!

$722,000

 3 bed | 2 bath | 2,128 sq. ft.
MLS#  21083774 | Taxes: $7,921

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Just Listed ::: Woodstock Wonder!

6409 SE 60th Avenue, Portland, OR 97206

Step into this bright & cheerful home with fantastic detached studio & office! Main house features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, spacious kitchen with eat-in nook, separate laundry room, large front yard with excellent sun exposure & back yard perfect for entertaining. The detached second building includes a home office, studio & potter's shed. Updates in the last 5 years: paint, flooring, foundation & framing upgrades, roof & gutters, doors, windows, drainage & dry well. Biker's paradise score 97! Walk score 73!

$474,900

2 bed | 1 bath | 1,175 sq. ft.
MLS#  21123996 | Taxes: $3,032

PLEASE SEE LISTING FOR COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES.