Pacesetter Properties, Keller Williams

09/22/2026

🏢 Condo & Townhome Watch: Buyers Have Options!

Is now a good time to buy a condo or townhome in the Portland area? It could be, especially if you’re prepared to negotiate.

Greater Portland condos and townhomes currently have about 7.1 months of inventory and average 86 days on the market. By comparison, detached homes have approximately 3.8 months of inventory and average 57 days on the market.

Some condo and townhome markets are even softer:

• Beaverton/Hillsboro: 8.1 months
• North Portland: 8.8 months
• NE Portland/Gresham: 8.4 months
• Lake Oswego/West Linn: 9.9 months

What does this mean for buyers?

More inventory may mean more choices, less competition, and greater room to negotiate on price, repairs, closing costs, or a mortgage-rate buydown.

With rates near 7%, renting may cost less each month in the short term. But if you plan to stay for several years, buying can offer the opportunity to build equity.

Not sure which option is right for you? Let’s run the numbers together.

📞 Debra Rhea | 503-312-5728

09/21/2026

Most Affordable Condo in the Gresham area... Offered at $185K
200 SW Florence, Gresham..
Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo offers easy, low-maintenance living in the Greenbrook community. Inside, you'll find a bright, open 766-square-foot layout featuring beautiful, warm hardwood-style flooring in the main living areas, a kitchen equipped with a built-in dishwasher, free-standing range, and refrigerator, a dedicated dining area, and wall-to-wall carpeting in the bedrooms, which include large closet spaces. The full bathroom features a clean vanity and a full tub.
Text/Call for more details (503) 312-5728
MLS #:496938557

09/17/2026

Open House Saturday 1-3 Awesome home, come check it out.

Skyline living at its best! A striking NW Contemporary on 2.75 private, wooded acres, just minutes to Forest Park's trails, a quick drive to NW PDX/Slabtown, and an easy commute to Nike and Intel. Vaulted ceilings and skylights flood the open great room with light, while walls of glass pull the fore...

09/10/2026

Nearly 1 in 3 Portland-area listings had a price reduction in August.

The lesson isn’t that homes aren’t selling. It’s that buyers have enough choices that they won’t rescue an optimistic asking price.

Today’s buyers compare homes carefully and recognize value. If a home feels overpriced, they often pass—even when they like it.

That’s why the initial price matters so much. Pricing thoughtfully from the beginning creates interest, attracts more buyers, and puts the seller in a stronger negotiating position.

Did your home not sell? You’re not alone.

Whether you’re still thinking about selling or you’re brand-new to the market, I’d be happy to take a fresh look at your home and help you build the right strategy.

With 16 years in real estate, I know how to position a home for today’s market. Call Debra—let’s talk. 503-312-5728

09/10/2026

Why are so many Portland-area home sellers reducing their prices?

Nearly 1 in 3 Portland-area listings had a price reduction in August.

What does this mean for sellers?

Homes are still selling, but buyers have more choices. They compare homes carefully and often pass on properties that feel overpriced, even when they like them.

Why does the original listing price matter?

Pricing your home correctly from the beginning can:

• Create more interest
• Attract more qualified buyers
• Reduce time on the market
• Strengthen your negotiating position

What if your home didn’t sell?

You’re not alone. Your home may need a fresh pricing, presentation, or marketing strategy before returning to the market.

Whether your listing recently expired or you’re preparing to sell for the first time, I’d be happy to help you understand your options.

I’m Debra Rhea, owner and broker of Pacesetter Properties. With 16 years of Portland-area real estate experience, I know how to position homes for today’s market.

Call Debra at 503-312-5728 to talk about your home.

09/10/2026

Debra’s Adventure Corner
Have you heard about the Wildwood Crows? This is really fun!! Follow the Crows is an art installation in Portland, Oregon from August 7 through October 30, 2026. It consists of 30 beautifully and uniquely painted crow sculptures, each about 6 feet tall. Twenty five of these sculptures are in and around the downtown area, while the remaining five are more distant.

Here are a couple of ways you can find the Crows, Go to the Play Store and download the App = Wildwood Crows, follow the map and track your sighting!! Or do a fun bike ride, here is the Ride with GPS route for 25 Crows!

Check out the route

Get to know Portland by hiking trails

Would you enjoy having a group of women friends to explore the wonderful nature trails around SW Portland and beyond? Ok, great, then let’s do it!

Please join me for "Women'sWednesday Wanderers”. Banner photo is this months hiking group.

Let’s get out once a month and go for a hike…or maybe just a simple walk!

Nothing crazy, we’re not gonna climb any mountains or hike the Pacific Crest Trail that’s for sure…at least I’m not gonna! We’re just after some fresh air, some fun and fitness with a group of likeminded women.

If you’re looking for an inclusive, welcoming and fun fitness experience with like minded women perhaps this is a great fit.

Yes, this is an exclusively all women’s group.

See us on Meetup: Women’s Wednesday Wanderers

Portland Numbers

What I’m Seeing
The Portland numbers are cooling some. My key message for sellers is:

It's very important to price your home correctly on day one.

Pre-listing prep like inspections, staging/restyling to compress time on market are all super important.

Have a question?
-Debra Rhea

07/31/2026

The market may change...
Interest rates may change...
Inventory may change...

But one thing never changes:
You deserve someone who's with you every step of the journey.

Helping clients navigate an "impossible market" and find the right home is exactly why I love real estate.

Thank you for trusting me and for this wonderful review!

If you're wondering whether now is the right time to buy or sell, let's chat. You may have more options than you think.

📞 Call or Text Debra: 503-312-5728
debrarhea.com

07/24/2026

Buying a home is exciting.....and if we're being honest, it can also be overwhelming.

There are so many decisions to make, deadlines to meet, and questions that come up along the way.

That's why I believe my job is about more than opening doors—it's about being a guide from beginning to end.

Thank you, Sherry, for allowing me to be part of such an important milestone.

❤️ Looking to buy in the Portland area? I'd love to help. 📞 Call or Text: 503-312-5728

07/17/2026

Selling a home can feel like navigating a maze.

Contracts.
Deadlines.
Inspections.
Negotiations.
Unexpected surprises.

My job is to handle the details so you can focus on what's next.

Gary's review perfectly captures what I hope every client experiences: less stress and more confidence throughout the process.

Thank you for trusting me!

Thinking about selling this year? Let's talk before you start making plans.
📞 Call or Text: 503-312-5728

07/10/2026

Sometimes selling a home isn't as simple as putting up a sign.

Sometimes it means coordinating contractors, managing repairs, solving unexpected problems, and keeping everything moving toward closing.

That's exactly what happened for Laura.

Helping clients prepare their home, maximize its value, and navigate every step is one of my favorite parts of what I do.

Thank you, Laura, for trusting me through the process. ❤️

If you're wondering where to even begin with selling your home, let's have a conversation.

💬 Send me a message—no pressure, just clarity. You can also call or text: 503-312-5728