Market activity in Lake Oswego last week brought us 19 new listings, 7 pending sales, and 6 closed sales.
See below for further details:
NEWLY LISTED (Oct 4-Oct 10, 2010)
| Address | List Price | Bedrooms | Baths | Sq feet | Prop Type | ||
| 668 MCVEY AVE | $129,900 | 2 | 1.5 | 992 | CONDO | ||
| 159 OSWEGO SMT | $175,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,506 | CONDO | ||
| 1416 CHERRY CREST DR | $259,000 | 5 | 3 | 2,559 | DETACHD | ||
| 14138 KNAUS RD | $296,573 | 4 | 2 | 2,001 | DETACHD | ||
| 53 ORIOLE LN | $304,900 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,072 | DETACHD | ||
| 17952 Cardinal DR | $309,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,702 | DETACHD | ||
| 743 10th ST | $325,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,019 | DETACHD | ||
| 5311 CHILDS RD | $349,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,764 | DETACHD | ||
| 28 PREAKNESS CT | 350000 | 5 | 4 | 2,871 | DETACHD | ||
| 72 CONDOLEA WAY | 375000 | 2 | 2.5 | 2,958 | CONDO | ||
| 880 BOCA RATAN DR | 399900 | 5 | 3 | 2,364 | DETACHD | ||
| 5916 SUNBROOK DR | 459900 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,617 | DETACHD | ||
| 1189 SUNNINGDALE CT | 484900 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,072 | DETACHD | ||
| 18064 JENIFERS WAY | 549950 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,639 | DETACHD | ||
| 22 SW DEL PRADO ST | 559900 | 5 | 3.5 | 4,056 | DETACHD | ||
| 5371 LANGFORD LN | 694950 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,950 | DETACHD | ||
| 18094 PILKINGTON RD | 739950 | 3 | 3.5 | 3,505 | DETACHD | ||
| 5087 LAKEVIEW BLVD | 749000 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,200 | DETACHD | ||
| 4256 LAKEVIEW BLVD | 1095000 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,117 | DETACHD |
PENDING SALES (Oct 4-Oct 10, 2010)
| Address | List Price | Bedrooms | Baths | Sq feet | Prop Type | ||
| 44 CRESTFIELD CT | $75,000 | 2 | 1 | 923 | CONDO | ||
| 86 KINGSGATE RD | $94,900 | 2 | 2 | 924 | ATTACHD | ||
| 15139 QUARRY RD | $224,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,328 | DETACHD | ||
| 5160 TUALATA LN | $304,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,470 | DETACHD | ||
| 1740 YARMOUTH CIR | $510,000 | 2 | 2.5 | 1,960 | DETACHD | ||
| 13596 STREAMSIDE DR | $579,900 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,430 | DETACHD | ||
| 2811 ARROWHEAD CT | $1,000,000 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,740 | DETACHD | ||
SOLD (Oct 4-Oct 10, 2010)
| Address | Original Price | Closed Price | BD/BATH | Sq feet | Prop Type | CDOM | ||
| 6125 FERNBROOK ST | $264,999 | $230,000 | 3/1.5 | 1,271 | DETACHD | 180 | ||
| 1684 BOCA RATAN DR | $248,900 | $240,000 | 3/2.0 | 1,611 | ATTACHD | 531 | ||
| 17683 ARBOR LN | $339,900 | $305,000 | 3/2.0 | 1,946 | DETACHD | 70 | ||
| 875 LEE ST | $378,900 | $345,500 | 3/2.0 | 2,200 | DETACHD | 483 | ||
| 2329 STONEHURST CT | $539,900 | $530,000 | 4/3.0 | 3,275 | DETACHD | 12 | ||
| 5700 CHILDS RD | $749,900 | $749,900 | 4/2.5 | 2,865 | DETACHD | 98 | ||
Criteria: Homes in the 97034 and 97035 zip code, listed, pending or sold between the dates listed above as reported by the Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS). DETACHD refers to Single Family Detached Residence, MFG refers to manufactured housing, and ATTACHD refers to single-family residences with some portion of the structure attached to another property, but not constituting CONDO ownership. DOM stands for days on market, or the number of days from when the listing became active and when it received an acceptable offer, with CDOM standing for “cumulative days on market” accounting for “refreshed” listings
Open Houses 10/10/10
There certainly is a feeling of devine moment when the date is 10/10/10. Not sure exactly how or in what way, but it has a nice ring to it. Perhaps it’s the day that you are meant to find a house?
The RMLS has 15 homes promoted as open houses tomorrow. Enjoy the day!
| Address | Open | Price | Bedrooms | Baths | |
| 1400 Bonniebrae Dr | 1 to 3 | $169,500 | 2 | 1 | |
| 5713 SW Kenny St | 10 to 1 | $279,900 | 3 | 2 | |
| 1899 Woodland Terrace | 1 to 3 | $369,000 | 3 | 3.5 | |
| 252 N. Shore | 1 to 3 | $369,000 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2697 Lookout Ct | 2 to 4 | $429,000 | 3 | 2 | |
| 14466 Holly Springs Rd | 2 to 4 | $449,900 | 5 | 3 | |
| 12 Scarborough Dr | 1 to 4 | $499,900 | 4 | 2.5 | |
| 17930 Meadowlark Ln | 1 to 3 | $539,900 | 4 | 4 | |
| 4120 Southshore Blvd | 1 to 3 | 596,500 | 3 | 2 | |
| 15915 Waluga Dr | 1:30 to 3:30 | 598,950 | 3 | 2.5 | |
| 1785 Palisades Terrace Dr | 1 to 3 | 749,900 | 5 | 4.5 | |
| 17884 Kelok Rd | 1:30 to 4 | 774,000 | 5 | 3.5 | |
| 17896 Kelok Rd | 1:30 to 4 | 774,000 | 5 | 5 | |
| 18209 Siena Dr | 2:30 to 5 | 1,097,000 | 5 | 3.5 | |
| 1808 Ridge Pointe Dr | 2:30 to 5 | 1,269,000 | 5 | 4.5 |
A Sight Rarely Seen
The water level draw down of the lake is nearly complete and the sight is really something interesting. This draw down has happened to allow access to the bottom of the lake for installing the new city sewer line. The lake should be refilled by the time school lets out next June: in plenty of time for summer fun. In the mean time, it is just really something to see.
A word of caution: don’t be tempted to go out and walk on the lake. The soil is pretty much loose silt. One person has already had to be rescued: a construction worker who sank up to his arms. Take care also with your pets.
Market Activity Sept. 20-26, 2010
Last week brought 19 new listings onto the market, 11 pending sales, and 11 closed sales.
There is a new listing worth getting excited about. It’s a condo right on the lake at the East end off of McVey. It was previously listed for $549,000, and is now a foreclosure listed for $140,000. Seriously, waterfront for $140,000. My guess is that the bank who now owns it knows that with the lake level lowered right now for the sewer replacement project, they know it will not show well. But if you are willing to look at a mud bog until next summer when the lake is refilled, you could get yourself one screaming deal. It’s just 992 square feet, with 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths. Give Linda or myself a call if you want more info.
In the mean time, here is last week’s report.
See below for further details.
NEWLY LISTED (Sept 20-26, 2010)
| Address | List Price | Bedroom | Baths | Sq Feet | Prop Type | ||
| 44 EAGLE CREST DR | $100,000 | 2 | 1 | 908 | CONDO | ||
| 668 MCVEY AVE | $140,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 992 | CONDO | ||
| 4085 JEFFERSON PKWY | $168,900 | 2 | 2.5 | 1,851 | CONDO | ||
| 10 ORIOLE LN | $299,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,654 | DETACHD | ||
| 6173 WASHINGTON CT | $314,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,440 | DETACHD | ||
| 16026 PARKER RD | $330,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,620 | DETACHD | ||
| 4260 SOUTHSHORE BLVD | $349,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,268 | DETACHD | ||
| 106 KINGSGATE RD | $349,900 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,669 | DETACHD | ||
| 2602 ORCHARD HILL PL | 409900 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,568 | DETACHD | ||
| 17187 CARLSON CT | 435000 | 4 | 3 | 2,082 | DETACHD | ||
| 979 DEVON LN | 457000 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,162 | DETACHD | ||
| 2250 PARK RD | 499000 | 3 | 2 | 2,072 | DETACHD | ||
| 19263 MEGLY CT | 559900 | 5 | 3 | 3,213 | DETACHD | ||
| 17981 MEADOWLARK LN | 584900 | 3 | 2.5 | 3,250 | DETACHD | ||
| 5975 NEWCASTLE DR | 649000 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,339 | DETACHD | ||
| 1969 PALISADES TERRACE DR | 775000 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,930 | DETACHD | ||
| 312 9th ST | 782850 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,640 | DETACHD | ||
| 453 9th ST | 797950 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,859 | DETACHD | ||
| 3030 Childs RD | 999950 | 5 | 4.5 | 7,076 | DETACHD |
PENDING SALES (Sept 20-26, 2010)
| Address | List Price | Bedrooms | Baths | Sq Feet | Prop Type | ||
| 200 BURNHAM RD | $149,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,335 | CONDO | ||
| 18462 DON LEE WAY | $179,900 | 4 | 2 | 1,904 | DETACHD | ||
| 16200 PACIFIC HWY | $184,900 | 2 | 2 | 1,190 | CONDO | ||
| 1070 HALLINAN | $321,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,653 | DETACHD | ||
| 32 CHURCHILL DOWNS | $379,900 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,016 | DETACHD | ||
| 1000 ATWATER RD | $389,900 | 4 | 3 | 2,200 | DETACHD | ||
| 17491 BLUE HERON DR | $459,900 | 4 | 2 | 2,396 | DETACHD | ||
| 230 4TH ST | $475,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,165 | DETACHD | ||
| 13143 VERMEER DR | 499000 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,288 | DETACHD | ||
| 14246 KIMBERLY CIR | 615000 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,520 | DETACHD | ||
| 844 5TH ST | 829000 | 3 | 3 | 2,590 | DETACHD |
SOLD (Sept 20-26, 2010)
| Address | Orig. Price | Close Price | CDOM | Sq Feet | Prop Type | |||
| 6011 SHAKESPEARE ST | $195,000 | $196,000 | 1 | 1,318 | DETACHD | |||
| 5060 FOOTHILLS DR | $229,500 | $210,000 | 32 | 1,252 | CONDO | |||
| 18929 INDIAN SPRINGS RD | $324,900 | $324,900 | 7 | 3,380 | DETACHD | |||
| 595 6TH ST | $349,000 | $349,000 | 3 | 893 | DETACHD | |||
| 19 FALSTAFF ST | $500,000 | $405,000 | 169 | 3,207 | DETACHD | |||
| 19451 SW DOGWOOD CT | $559,900 | $527,900 | 104 | 3,547 | DETACHD | |||
| 577 2ND ST | $595,000 | $535,000 | 211 | 1,459 | CONDO | |||
| 3030 WESTVIEW CT | $859,000 | $727,500 | 677 | 3,415 | DETACHD | |||
| 5288 DENTON DR | $759,000 | $739,000 | 62 | 3,240 | DETACHD | |||
| 3540 RED CEDAR WAY | $919,000 | $740,000 | 177 | 4,100 | DETACHD | |||
| 1318 HORSESHOE CURV | $1,275,000 | $1,090,000 | 165 | 3,554 | DETACHD |
Criteria: Homes in the 97034 and 97035 zip code, listed, pending or sold between the dates listed above as reported by the Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS). DETACHD refers to Single Family Detached Residence, MFG refers to manufactured housing, and ATTACHD refers to single-family residences with some portion of the structure attached to another property, but not constituting CONDO ownership. DOM stands for days on market, or the number of days from when the listing became active and when it received an acceptable offer, with CDOM standing for “cumulative days on market” accounting for “refreshed” listings
Open Houses for 9/26/2010
This first weekend of fall is supposed to be beautiful. A perfect time to go and explore these 27 open houses.
| Time | L/Price | Address | Bdrms | Total Bath | Total SF | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $169,500 | 1400 BONNIEBRAE DR | 2 | 1 | 864 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $329,000 | 16090 SW KIMBALL AVE | 4 | 1.1 | 2276 | ||||||||||||||||
| 02:30pm – 04:30pm | $389,000 | 1899 WOODLAND TER | 3 | 3.1 | 3031 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $389,900 | 1462 GREENTREE CIR | 4 | 2.1 | 2507 | ||||||||||||||||
| 02:00pm – 04:00pm | $399,900 | 6666 CHILDS RD | 3 | 1 | 2073 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $409,900 | 2602 ORCHARD HILL PL | 3 | 2.1 | 2568 | ||||||||||||||||
| 12:00pm – 02:00pm | $429,000 | 2697 LOOKOUT CT | 3 | 2 | 2219 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $469,900 | 17055 CRESTVIEW DR | 5 | 3 | 2575 | ||||||||||||||||
| 11:30am – 01:30pm | $474,900 | 326 LAKE BAY CT | 3 | 2 | 1400 | ||||||||||||||||
| 12:00pm – 02:00pm | $475,000 | 17944 TUALATA AVE | 5 | 3 | 2325 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $475,000 | 273 EVERGREEN RD | 3 | 3.1 | 1789 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 05:00pm | $499,900 | 19319 SW DOGWOOD CT | 4 | 2.1 | 3105 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $499,900 | 10 HILLSHIRE DR | 4 | 3 | 3152 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $519,000 | 2 MORNINGVIEW CIR | 3 | 2.1 | 2954 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 05:00pm | $519,900 | 19415 SW DOGWOOD CT | 5 | 3 | 3517 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 05:00pm | $569,900 | 19245 SW MEGLY CT | 5 | 3 | 3490 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:30pm – 03:30pm | $598,950 | 15915 WALUGA DR | 3 | 2.1 | 2939 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $619,500 | 3943 TEMPEST DR | 4 | 2.1 | 3714 | ||||||||||||||||
| 02:00pm – 04:00pm | $629,000 | 133 FURNACE ST | 2 | 2.1 | 1927 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $649,000 | 14370 PFEIFER DR | 4 | 2.1 | 3318 | ||||||||||||||||
| 12:00pm – 03:00pm | $749,900 | 2469 MARYLHAVEN PL | 4 | 3.2 | 5582 | ||||||||||||||||
| 02:30pm – 04:30pm | $799,000 | 4158 CASEY CT | 4 | 2.1 | 3385 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $1,097,000 | 18209 SIENA DR | 5 | 3.1 | 3839 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $1,194,000 | 18246 BELLA TERRA DR | 4 | 3.1 | 4196 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $1,269,000 | 1808 RIDGE POINTE DR | 5 | 4.1 | 4155 | ||||||||||||||||
| 12:00pm – 03:00pm | $1,665,000 | 18024 SKYLAND CIR | 4 | 3.2 | 4131 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01:00pm – 03:00pm | $2,050,000 | 2572 GLEN EAGLES PL | 5 | 4.2 | 6490 |
Home Warranties
Home Warranties have become increasingly popular in real estate transactions. This is for several reasons. First, it gives home buyers some assurance that during the first year of ownership, after they have already financially spent so much money buying the house, they are not going to be caught by surprise with unexpected repair expenses. Second, for sellers it gives them some assurance that their buyer will be happy in the first year of ownership. Statistically homes sold with warranties have a much lower rate of post-sale litigation. And, third, Realtors like warranties pretty much for the same reason that sellers do. Happy buyers are the goal and home warranties help that to happen.
The Basics
The way a warranty works is that it is purchased at closing for between $250 and $400, depending on the plan. It can be paid for by any party to the transaction: buyer of seller. Once the warranty is in place it will be in effect for a full year. During that year if any mechanics in the house break down, the new owner calls an 800 number to order repair service. The warranty company contracts locally with approved workers who then come to the house and perform the needed repair. The buyer then pays the service charge (typically about $50-$80) for the visit and all other costs are covered by the warranty. It really is a great program. On average these policies are used at least twice in the year that they are in place.
Please notice that I am describing the policy as covering the mechanics in the house: the furnace, water heater, dishwasher, garbage disposal, electricals, etc. It does not cover the structure itself: the roof, walls, foundation, etc. Most basic policies do not cover refrigerators, washers and dryers, or air conditioning, but these can be added to the policy for additional costs. Be sure to read your policy. Some also have limitations. For instance, it may cover up to $1500 for a furnace, but not cover costs over that amount. So know the limitations and compare policies before you buy one.
There are quite a few companies that offer these policies. American Home Shield is probably the most widely known. There is also the First American Home Buyers Protection Plan, Choice Home Warranty, and Fidelity National Home Warranty. I’m sure there are others as well.
My Word of Advice
I do think a home warranty is money well spent. However, I also caution that these policies put a lot of emphasis on repair, and, in my opinion, are not quick to replace truly warn out items. Here is what happened to me:
When I bought my current home I opted for a home warranty because the dishwasher was obviously in really bad shape. The seals around the door were shot and the machine leaked when it was used. The technician who serviced it estimated that it could be repaired for $300. Why would I want to put $300 into a dishwasher that would then still be old? They offered me a credit in the same amount to apply to a new dishwasher, which I took advantage of and was happy to receive. Then I had trouble with my furnace that winter. Again, I called the warranty company and my furnace was repaired. The furnace went out a second time, again it was repaired under the benefits of my warranty. A year went by and my policy expired. The following winter, again my furnace went out. This time, with no warranty to use, I called a company of my choice. This time the technician said my furnace was so bad it was unsafe to use and he red tagged it. I then replaced my furnace. In hindsight I wish that when my furnace had gone out the second time, while it was under warranty, that I would have gotten another opinion. I think the warranty company did full fill the obligation of the policy because they were able to get the furnace to work, but I also think that I could have had the policy assist with the furnace replacement if I had taken the time to do my own inquiry.
I do think that if you are a buyer or a seller you should consider a home warranty when you are involved in your next real estate transaction. At least ask the question as to whether it would benefit you or not. And, as always, listen to the advice of your Realtor.
Market Activity September 6-12, 2010
Market activity last week brought us 10 new listings, 11 pending sales, and 3 closed sales.
See below for further details.
NEWLY LISTED (September 6-12, 2010)
| Address | List Price | Bedrooms | Baths | Sq. Feet | Prop Type | ||
| 2 MOUNTAIN CIR | $160,000 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,504 | ATTACHD | ||
| 5063 FOOTHILLS DR | $225,000 | 2 | 2 | 991 | CONDO | ||
| 17335 ASHLEY CT | $294,900 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,161 | ATTACHD | ||
| 532 2ND ST | $350,000 | 2 | 2.5 | 1,394 | CONDO | ||
| 1551 WOODLAND TER | $499,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,712 | DETACHD | ||
| 5188 MADRONA ST | $549,000 | 3 | 3 | 3,183 | DETACHD | ||
| 17682 MARYLBROOK DR | $649,900 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,799 | DETACHD | ||
| 3883 TAMARACK LN | $669,000 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,898 | DETACHD | ||
| 13978 Westcott CT | 675000 | 3 | 3 | 3,361 | DETACHD | ||
| 1088 WESTWARD HO RD | 725000 | 2 | 2 | 1,837 | DETACHD |
PENDING SALES (September 6-12, 2010)
| Address | List Price | Bedrooms | Baths | Sq Feet | Prop Type | ||
| 200 BURNHAM RD | $139,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,216 | CONDO | ||
| 16250 PACIFIC HWY | $139,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,327 | CONDO | ||
| 6125 FERNBROOK ST | $239,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,271 | DETACHD | ||
| 1496 BOCA RATAN DR | $249,900 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,403 | ATTACHD | ||
| 875 LEE ST | $349,900 | 3 | 2 | 2,200 | DETACHD | ||
| 2329 STONEHURST CT | $539,900 | 4 | 3 | 3,275 | DETACHD | ||
| 18263 ANDUIN TER | $575,000 | 4 | 3 | 3,100 | DETACHD | ||
| 550 MIDDLECREST RD | $584,900 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,240 | DETACHD | ||
| 13566 STREAMSIDE DR | 598000 | 3 | 2.5 | 3,123 | DETACHD | ||
| 5657 VICTORIA CT | 689900 | 4 | 3 | 3,421 | DETACHD | ||
| 1641 ENGLEWOOD DR | 695000 | 4 | 2.5 | 4,204 | DETACHD |
SOLD (September 6-12, 2010)
| Address | List Price | Closed Price | Bedrooms | Prop Type | Baths | Sq Feet | CDOM | |||
| 745 BERWICK CT | $549,000 | $520,000 | 3 | DETACHD | 2 | 1988 | 143 | |||
| 2125 RIDGE POINTE DR | $879,000 | $790,000 | 4 | DETACHD | 3.5 | 3489 | 171 | |||
| 13764 KNAUS RD | $1,375,000 | $1,200,000 | 4 | DETACHD | 4.5 | 4805 | 52 | |||
Criteria: Homes in the 97034 and 97035 zip code, listed, pending or sold between the dates listed above as reported by the Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS). DETACHD refers to Single Family Detached Residence, MFG refers to manufactured housing, and ATTACHD refers to single-family residences with some portion of the structure attached to another property, but not constituting CONDO ownership. DOM stands for days on market, or the number of days from when the listing became active and when it received an acceptable offer, with CDOM standing for “cumulative days on market” accounting for “refreshed” listings
Open Houses for Sunday, September 12th
According to the RMLS, there will be 27 open houses in Lake Oswego tomorrow. Enjoy!
| Address | List Price | Bedrooms | Baths | Prop Type | Open | |||
| 1400 BONNIEBRAE DR | $169,500 | 2 | 1 | ATTACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 4347 SILVER CT | $312,000 | 3 | 2.5 | CONDO | 1:30 to 3:30 | |||
| 466 5TH ST | $329,900 | 2 | 1.5 | ATTACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 4243 ALBERT CIR | $354,000 | 4 | 3 | DETACHD | 12 to 3 | |||
| 138 KINGSGATE RD | $379,900 | 3 | 2.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 252 NORTHSHORE RD | $395,000 | 3 | 1 | DETACHD | 1 to 3:30 | |||
| 273 EVERGREEN RD | $475,000 | 3 | 3.5 | ATTACHD | 11 to 2 | |||
| 920 EVERGREEN RD | $499,500 | 3 | 2 | DETACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 1740 YARMOUTH CIR | 510000 | 2 | 2.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 4 | |||
| 19415 SW DOGWOOD CT | 519900 | 5 | 3 | DETACHD | 1 to 5 | |||
| 1625 BEDFORD CT | 549900 | 2 | 2.5 | DETACHD | 2 to 4 | |||
| 19245 SW MEGLY CT | 569900 | 5 | 3 | DETACHD | 1 to 5 | |||
| 13596 STREAMSIDE DR | 579900 | 4 | 2.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 4 | |||
| 14246 KIMBERLY CIR | 615000 | 4 | 2.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 3:30 | |||
| 3943 TEMPEST DR | 619500 | 4 | 2.5 | DETACHD | 12 to 2 | |||
| 12645 BOONES FERRY RD | 630000 | 4 | 2 | DETACHD | 1 to 4 | |||
| 17658 BROOKHURST DR | 649900 | 4 | 3 | DETACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 5321 AMBERWOOD CT | 709000 | 4 | 3 | DETACHD | 3 to 5 | |||
| 649 9TH ST | 789000 | 3 | 2.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 4158 CASEY CT | 799000 | 4 | 2.5 | DETACHD | 2:30 to 4:30 | |||
| 1809 HEADLEE LN | 850000 | 3 | 2.5 | DETACHD | 2 to 4 | |||
| 18209 SIENA DR | 1097000 | 5 | 3.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 18246 BELLA TERRA DR | 1194000 | 4 | 3.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 2569 GLEN EAGLES PL | 1199000 | 5 | 4.5+.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 1808 RIDGE POINTE DR | 1269000 | 5 | 4.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 3 | |||
| 1968 CHERYL CT | 1595000 | 4 | 4.5+..5+.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 4 | |||
| 2572 GLEN EAGLES PL | 2050000 | 5 | 4.5+.5 | DETACHD | 1 to 3 |
Dianne’s Junk Drawer
Winding down the summer, gearing up for the fall, there are a few fun and quick topics I wanted to cover.
Lake Oswego’s Famous Flower Baskets
Remember that flower basket I planted last May? I wanted to share with you how it turned out. This basket is amazing. It hangs about 5′ long and is easily 2-3 feet wide. It is so heavy that I had to move it from it’s original hook, which it was bending. I got a lot of enjoyment out of planting it and watching it grow. I will plan to do it again next year. I also have to confess that I wasn’t as good about fertilizing it as I should have been. Early on, I did fertilize it once a week like I was supposed to. But as the summer progressed, well, I slipped up on that component. That didn’t keep the basket from getting huge. So even an imperfect gardener can grow one of these amazing baskets.
Planning Vacations for Next Year
One of the wonderful benefits of living in the Pacific Northwest is that taking a quick vacation, at not a lot of expense, is really easy. I thought I would list some of the destination spots that my husband and I have been to in the last few years. All trips were 3-5 days long with amazing scenery.
San Juan Islands WA
Joseph, Hells Canyon, and the Wallawas, OR
Coeur d’Alene, ID
Ashland Shakespeare Festival and Jacksonville, OR
Skamania Lodge, WA
Leavenworth, WA
Wenthrop, WA
Bend and Sisters, OR
The Olympic Peninsuala, WA
And, of course, anywhere on the Oregon Coast
And yes, that is me in the photo. My husband and I do our trips on his Yamaha. No, it’s not what I ever imagined doing. Yes, we have fun and my husband loves the adventure. I’ve been riding on the back of his motorcycle since I was 18 years old. I trust him to keep me safe. And that feeling of the wind and the open road really is pretty amazing.
My Personal Commitment
I am once again fundraising for the Portland Race for the Cure, which is being held September 19, 2010 in downtown Portland. Every dollar raised supports awareness, assistance, and research that benefits women right here in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Over 10,000 women received mammograms last year that would not have without assistance from the Susan Komen Foundation and Race for the Cure. As a breast cancer survivor, this effort helps me to make something good come from something very bad. If you are inclined to make a donation, you can do so by clicking here. Thank you!
Thank you for letting me clean out my junk drawer. Let me know if you have any ideas of your own for a great get-a-way in the Pacific Northwest. I’d also love to hear from any of you who planted hanging baskets of your own.
Dianne
Market Activity Aug 30-Sept 5, 2010
Market activity last week brought us 16 new listings, 12 pending sales, and 13 closed sales.
See below for further details.
NEWLY LISTED (August 30-Sept 5, 2010)
| Address | List Price | Bedrooms | Baths | Prop Type | |||
| 49 OSWEGO SMT | $85,000 | 1 | 1 | CONDO | |||
| 3924 CARMAN DR | $199,000 | 2 | 2.5 | ATTACHD | |||
| 23 GREENRIDGE CT | $235,000 | 2 | 1.5 | ATTACHD | |||
| 5713 SW KENNY ST | $284,900 | 3 | 2 | DETACHD | |||
| 4347 SILVER CT | $312,000 | 3 | 2.5 | CONDO | |||
| 9 ORIOLE LN | $335,000 | 3 | 3 | DETACHD | |||
| 132 MIDDLECREST RD | $364,900 | 3 | 1 | DETACHD | |||
| 12139 SW ORCHARD HILL WAY | $399,000 | 4 | 2.5 | DETACHD | |||
| 200 BURNHAM RD | 429000 | 3 | 2 | CONDO | |||
| 1900 GREENTREE RD | 449000 | 4 | 3 | DETACHD | |||
| 2634 ORCHARD HILL PL | 449500 | 3 | 2.5 | DETACHD | |||
| 1033 YATES | 549900 | 4 | 3.5 | DETACHD | |||
| 17590 BLUE HERON DR | 850000 | 4 | 3 | DETACHD | |||
| 100 GARIBALDI ST | 999500 | 5 | 3.5+.5 | DETACHD | |||
| 4464 LAKEVIEW BLVD | 1399000 | 3 | 4 | DETACHD | |||
| 1300 FAIRWAY RD | 4490000 | 4 | 3.5 | DETACHD |
PENDING SALES (Aug 30-Sept 5, 2010)
| Address | List Price | Bedrooms | Baths | Prop Type | |||
| 512 S STATE ST | $99,900 | 1 | 1 | CONDO | |||
| 45 EAGLE CREST DR | $119,900 | 1 | 1 | CONDO | |||
| 41 GREENRIDGE CT | $175,000 | 3 | 2.5 | ATTACHD | |||
| 74 GREENRIDGE CT | $259,900 | 3 | 2.5 | ATTACHD | |||
| 541 2ND ST | $499,000 | 2 | 2 | CONDO | |||
| 15 SCARBOROUGH DR | $499,000 | 5 | 3.5 | DETACHD | |||
| 577 2ND ST | $535,000 | 2 | 2 | CONDO | |||
| 339 6TH ST | $549,900 | 3 | 3.5 | ATTACHD | |||
| 1050 Schukart LN | 599000 | 3 | 3.5 | DETACHD | |||
| 3030 WESTVIEW CT | 795000 | 4 | 2.5 | DETACHD | |||
| 490 COUNTRY CLUB RD | 869900 | 5 | 4 | DETACHD | |||
| 16772 ALDER CIR | 1995000 | 4 | 3.5 | DETACHD |
SOLD (August 30-Sept 5, 2010)
| Address | Orig./Price | Close/Price | Bedrooms | Prop Type | Baths | CDOM | |||
| 5857 CARMAN DR | $190,000 | $162,000 | 2 | DETACHD | 1 | 92 | |||
| 668 MCVEY AVE | $329,998 | $252,000 | 3 | CONDO | 1.5 | 647 | |||
| 116 TOUCHSTONE TER | $299,000 | $270,000 | 3 | CONDO | 2.5 | 327 | |||
| 1851 KILKENNY DR | $450,000 | $305,000 | 4 | DETACHD | 3 | 2 | |||
| 75 CONDOLEA WAY | $389,000 | $369,000 | 3 | CONDO | 3 | 133 | |||
| 1480 Hemlock ST | $388,800 | $369,000 | 4 | DETACHD | 3 | 92 | |||
| 16 PARTRIDGE LN | $419,000 | $385,000 | 3 | DETACHD | 2.5 | 104 | |||
| 13909 MAJESTIC CT | $399,900 | $415,000 | 4 | DETACHD | 3 | 126 | |||
| 26 INDEPENDENCE AVE | $574,000 | 495,000 | 4 | DETACHD | 3 | 117 | |||
| 5722 CHARLES CIR | $599,900 | 560,000 | 4 | DETACHD | 2.5 | 69 | |||
| 17446 BRYANT RD | $795,000 | 730,000 | 4 | DETACHD | 4 | 1515 | |||
| 13777 Cameo CT | $1,950,000 | 1,400,000 | 5 | DETACHD | 4.5 | 411 | |||
| 95 IRON MOUNTAIN BLVD | $1,550,000 | 1,400,000 | 4 | DETACHD | 5.5 | 631 |
Criteria: Homes in the 97034 and 97035 zip code, listed, pending or sold between the dates listed above as reported by the Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS). DETACHD refers to Single Family Detached Residence, MFG refers to manufactured housing, and ATTACHD refers to single-family residences with some portion of the structure attached to another property, but not constituting CONDO ownership. DOM stands for days on market, or the number of days from when the listing became active and when it received an acceptable offer, with CDOM standing for “cumulative days on market” accounting for “refreshed” listings