01/05/2022
For an alternative to Ward Village in Kaka'ako as an investment, consider this beautiful unit at the Elizabeth Lofts in The Pearl (Portland, Or.). My good friend and fellow cyclist Sean Z. Becker just reduced the price on this one, and it's in the heart of everything the Pearl District has to offer. Like Kaka'ako on steroids! Close to Washington Park (Zoo, Japanese Garden, Rose Garden, lots of hiking trails), Forest Park (5,200 acres of trails for hiking/cycling), and Waterfront Park (epicenter for outdoor cultural events and Portland's Saturday Market). Walk to Powel's book store and a plethora of shops and restaurants. Mele and I have a townhouse in John's Landing as an investment, and it has gained in value and had a steady tenant for 4 years! Portland is a great rental market, and an even better second home market.