Steve Andrews Real Estate

06/12/2026

Buying a home is one of the smartest financial investments you can make. As you pay down your mortgage, you build equity, which is ownership in something that is truly yours, while potential appreciation over time can grow your net worth. Instead of rent going to a landlord, your monthly payments can help you create long-term financial stability and a stronger foundation for the future. Curious about homeownership? Send me a message and let's chat!

06/08/2026

06/08/2026

The Portland metro market remained steady in May. The average sale price was $637,300, up 2.1% from a year ago. Pending sales increased 6.1% and closed sales were up 1.7%, showing that homes are still selling despite fewer new listings coming to market. Inventory remained at 3.8 months, keeping the market balanced overall.

Average Sale Price: $637,300 ↑ 2.1% from May 2025
Pending Sales: 2,457 ↑ 6.1% from May 2025
Closed Sales: 2,053 ↑ 1.7% from May 2025
New Listings: 3,246 ↓ 11.1% from May 2025
Inventory: 3.8 Months

06/08/2026

🍓 Strawberry Season Is Here! 🍓
One of the sweetest signs of summer in the Portland metro area is the arrival of fresh, locally grown strawberries! We've put together a carousel featuring some of our favorite local strawberry farms where you can enjoy U-pick adventures, support local growers, and create lasting memories with family and friends.
Swipe through to discover local farms, plan a weekend outing, and enjoy the best of what our community has to offer. There's nothing quite like Oregon strawberries picked fresh from the field!
Thinking about making the Portland area your home? Staying connected to local events, farms, and neighborhoods is what makes living here so special.
📍 Follow along for more local highlights, community events, and real estate insights from Steve Andrews Real Estate.
What’s your favorite strawberry farm in the area? Let us know below! 👇🍓

06/05/2026

05/12/2026

Your credit is one of those behind-the-scenes factors that can really shape your homebuying journey 🏡✨ It can influence everything from your budget to how competitive your offer looks in a fast-moving market. The stronger it is, the more options you’ll have when it’s time to make a move. A little preparation now can make the entire process feel a lot smoother later on.

05/11/2026

Another successful closing in the books!
After 96 days in escrow, this transaction definitely came with its share of challenges, including coordinating and completing a substantial amount of work to keep the deal moving forward. One of the biggest advantages I bring to my clients is the ability to project manage complex listing issues from start to finish — coordinating vendors, overseeing repairs, and helping navigate unexpected hurdles so we can keep the transaction on track and get the home sold successfully.
What made this transaction especially rewarding was finding solutions that allowed nearly all of the repair costs — approximately 95% — to be handled through closing, minimizing the seller’s out-of-pocket expenses during the process. In the end, both the seller and buyer walked away happy, and that’s always the goal.
Challenges are part of real estate, and perseverance, communication, and problem-solving make all the difference. If you’re thinking about selling and are concerned about repairs or preparing your home for the market, let’s talk about the options available to help make the process easier.

05/11/2026

April brought continued activity across the Portland Metro market. There were 3,396 new listings, up 24.0% from March and 1.1% from April of last year, giving buyers more choices as we head into summer. The total number of homes sold increased to 2,013, up 12.5% from the prior month and 7.1% compared to last year, showing buyers are still active. The average sold price was $615,100, essentially unchanged from March at +0.1%, and 0.3% lower than April 2025. Homes also moved quicker this month, with total market time improving to 63 days.
Overall, we’re continuing to see more inventory, steady buyer activity, and homes moving a little quicker as we head into the summer market.

Highlights:
Prior month – April 2026 vs March 2026
Average Sale Price: $615,100 ↑ 0.1% from March 2026
Average Days on Market: 63 days ↓ 20.3% from March 2026
Closed Sales: 2,013 ↑ 12.5% from March 2026
New Listings: 3,396 ↑ 24.0% from March 2026

Year Over Year (April 2026 vs April 2025)
Average Sale Price: $615,100 ↓ 0.3% from April 2025
Average Days on Market: 63 days ↑ 1.6% from April 2025
Closed Sales: 2,013 ↑ 7.1% from April 2025
New Listings: 3,396 ↑ 1.1% from April 2025

02/10/2026

January 2026 vs December 2025
January showed more activity compared to December. New listings increased to 2,109, up 109.9% from the prior month. There were 1,708 pending sales, up 38.4%, and closed transactions totaled 1,111, down 32.0% from December. The average sale price decreased slightly, down 4.8% to $568,000, and total market time increased to 89 days, up eight days from last month.

New Listings: 2,109 ↑ 109.9%
Pending Sales: 1,708 ↑ 38.4%
Closed Sales: 1,111 ↓ 32.0%
Average Sale Price: $568,000 ↓ 4.8%
Average Days on Market: 89 days ↑ 9.9%

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02/06/2026

You’re in the home stretch — now’s the time to keep everything running smoothly so your closing stays on track. 🏡 Even small changes to your credit or finances can cause delays, which
is why it’s so important to follow your lender’s guidance. If you’re ever unsure about something, just ask — I’m here to support you and keep the whole process moving forward. Have questions as you get closer to closing day? Let’s connect and make sure you’re set up for a seamless finish! ✨