Shannon Janssen Real Estate

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Shannon Janssen Real Estate

Real Estate Broker
Coldwell Banker Bain
Licensed in Oregon, serving Portland Metro
📲503-784-8097

Shannon Janssen is a Top 1% Coldwell Banker Real Estate Broker known for expert listing strategy, hands-on seller preparation, and deep knowledge of Portland’s West Side real estate market. She helps homeowners navigate their next move with clarity and confidence, whether they need more space, less space, or simply different space. Shannon works closely with sellers to prepare, present, and positi

on their homes to maximize value through thoughtful pricing, clear guidance, and trusted vendor coordination. She also brings extensive new construction experience as the exclusive listing agent for Canopy Building Group. Based in Cedar Mill, Shannon serves clients throughout Portland’s West Side with a strategic, hands-on, and client-focused approach.

07/31/2026

✨Everyone thinks real estate advice should be black and white and the truth is, it’s not.

If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ve probably heard me say that the best way to maximize your home’s value is to slow down, prepare it well, and launch it strategically. I still believe that.

But here’s the fun part… I’m standing in a home that I walked through for the very first time just one week ago. We signed the listing paperwork two days ago, and today we’re knocking out professional photography, floor plans, video, and everything else to have this home on the market early next week.

Can I move lightning fast? Absolutely.

Should every seller? Definitely not.

Every home, every timeline, and every seller’s goals are different. Sometimes the right strategy is spending weeks getting every detail just right. Other times, the right strategy is recognizing an opportunity, making smart decisions quickly, and getting to market without missing a beat.

That’s why there isn’t a one-size-fits-all playbook for selling a home. The goal isn’t to follow the same formula every time. It’s to build the right plan for your situation.

If you’re thinking about selling your Portland home and wondering what timeline makes the most sense, send me a DM. Whether you have six months or six days, let’s create a strategy that gives you the best possible outcome.☺️

07/29/2026

🚨Still looking in Portland, but feeling like every home asks you to compromise?

This may be the home you’ve been hoping to find.

Welcome to 2097 SW Nancy Dr in Gresham, what I like to call the “Portland alternative”. Just minutes from the city, this custom daylight ranch offers the space, privacy, and floor plan that so many buyers tell me they’re looking for but rarely find.

With 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,641 square feet, this home truly lives like a one-level. You’ll find over 2,000 square feet on the main floor, including the primary suite, a second bedroom and full bath, office, laundry room, garage, and all of the main living spaces. Downstairs offers three additional bedrooms, a full bath, a large family room, and incredible flexibility for guests, hobbies, or multigenerational living.

The setting is just as special. Bordered by green space and Jenne Butte Park on two sides, the home feels remarkably private, and the expansive Trex deck was designed to enjoy it with multiple seating areas and peaceful views.

The sellers have also completed the updates buyers love, including a new roof, high-efficiency HVAC system, quartz countertops, tile flooring, and modern lighting.

Now offered at $825,000.

🏡 Open House: Saturday | 2:00–4:00 PM

If you’ve expanded your search because you simply haven’t found the right home in Portland, I think this one deserves a spot on your list. Send me a DM for more details or stop by Saturday to see it in person.

07/29/2026

✨I’ve noticed something interesting over the past few months, and I’ve actually seen a few headlines and news stories that reinforce my theory. For YEARS, the advice for empty nesters was simple: sell the big house and downsize. But that’s NOT really what I’m seeing anymore, and I think there’s a lesson in it for homeowners of every age.

The conversations I’m having with clients aren’t about wanting less house. They’re about wanting a home that better fits the next stage of life. We talk about a kitchen where everyone naturally gathers, a neighborhood where they can walk to coffee or dinner, an easier commute that means more time with family, a backyard where they’ll actually invite friends over, or one-level living in case a parent ever needs a place to stay.

What I find so interesting is that none of those conversations are really about square footage. They’re about building a life that feels more connected to the people and things that matter most.

It reminded me so much of the conversations my own family had before we moved this year. We weren’t looking for more house or less house. We were thinking about what we wanted the next decade of our lives to look like, and then we looked for a home that supported that vision. Looking back, that simple shift made every decision feel so much clearer.

Whether you’re thinking about downsizing, upsizing, buying your next home, or selling the one you’re in, I think we’re often asking the wrong question. Instead of asking, “Should we downsize?” maybe we should be asking, “What kind of home will best support the next decade of our lives?”

Sometimes the answer is a smaller home. Sometimes it’s a larger one. More often than not, it’s simply a home that’s a better fit for the life you want to live.

If this resonates with you, save this post for the day you start thinking about your next move, or share it with someone who’s having these conversations right now. I’d love to help. 🙏

07/28/2026

Some transactions remind me just how important the relationship between a homeowner and their listing agent really is! 🙏

Earlier this year, these clients and I built a timeline for selling their Portland home that worked for their family instead of rushing to market. They had already taken impeccable care of their home, then embraced my recommendations for preparing it for sale so it would make the strongest possible first impression. The result was a home that showed beautifully from day one.

We received a strong offer above our list price within the first week. Then inspections happened.

A failed sewer line and a few other unexpected issues could have easily changed the course of the transaction, but they didn’t. My clients trusted the process, made decisions quickly when they needed to, and allowed me to coordinate the right professionals to keep everything moving forward. In the end, we still closed well above our list price.

Just as importantly, we had an outstanding agent on the other side in Kendall Bergstrom Great communication, professionalism, and a shared commitment to finding solutions instead of creating conflict made all the difference.

That’s why I believe selling a home for the highest price the market is willing to pay isn’t about luck. It’s about preparation, thoughtful marketing, strategic negotiation, and having experienced professionals around the table when challenges arise.

I’m incredibly grateful for clients who trust me through every step of the process and for fellow Realtors who make this business better through professionalism and clear communication.

Congratulations again, and thank you for such a thoughtful review. It was truly a pleasure helping you sell your home. ♥️

07/24/2026

✨ Homes like this don’t come along very often under $600,000.

Welcome to 11010 SW Eschman Way in Tigard—a beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home with 1,783 SF, priced at $599,000. From the moment you walk in, you’ll notice how clean, bright, and move-in ready it feels. Fresh paint, new carpet, updated lighting, a refreshed kitchen, and thoughtful maintenance throughout mean you can spend your weekends enjoying your new home instead of making trips to the hardware store.

The traditional floor plan offers formal living and dining rooms, a spacious family room, and a light-filled kitchen with vaulted ceilings, an eating nook, and views of the beautifully landscaped backyard. It’s the kind of layout that’s becoming harder to find—separate spaces when you want them, while still feeling connected to the heart of the home.

Step outside to a fully fenced backyard with raised garden beds, a patio, lush lawn, and room to entertain, garden, or simply relax. Then head just minutes down the road to Summerlake Park and the dog park, or enjoy quick access to Progress Ridge, shopping, restaurants, Scholls Ferry Rd, SW Murray Blvd, and Highway 217. It’s one of my favorite pockets of Tigard because you’re close to everything without feeling like you’re in the middle of it all.

🏡 Open Houses
Saturday 1:00–3:00 PM
Sunday 2:00-4:00 PM

If you’ve been searching for a home that’s been thoughtfully prepared, beautifully updated, and priced to sell, I wouldn’t wait on this one. Send me a message for more information or stop by one of the open houses this weekend.

07/21/2026

🚨 I have a feeling this one isn’t going to last….

At $599,000, it’s incredibly hard to find a home that’s this clean, this updated, and this well prepared for its next owners.

Welcome to 11010 SW Eschman Way in Tigard—a beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home with 1,783 SF, featuring a traditional floor plan with formal living and dining rooms, a spacious family room, vaulted ceilings, and a beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard. The kitchen and eating nook overlook the backyard, making it easy to keep an eye on kids or the dog while you’re making dinner or enjoying your morning coffee.

What I love most about this home is everything that’s already been done for you. Fresh paint, new carpet, updated lighting, a refreshed kitchen, plus the major maintenance items buyers often worry about have already been serviced, inspected, or proactively addressed. Instead of spending your first few months tackling projects, you can spend them settling in, enjoying your new home, and making it your own.

The location is just as good. You’re just minutes from Summerlake Park and its popular dog park, Progress Ridge, shopping, restaurants, and have incredibly easy access to Scholls Ferry Rd, SW Murray Blvd, and Highway 217, making commuting in almost any direction a breeze. It’s one of my favorite little pockets because you’re so close to everything without feeling like you’re deep into the suburbs.

🏡 Open Houses
Saturday & Sunday | 1:00–3:00 PM

If you’ve been waiting for a move-in ready home under $600,000 in an incredible location, this is one you’ll want to see before someone else calls it home.

07/21/2026

Have you found yourself casually scrolling Zillow lately? ✨

Not because you’re ready to move, but because you’re starting to imagine what the next chapter of your life could look like? If so, don’t start by looking at houses. Start by imagining how you want to live.

What do you want your holidays to look like? Do you picture everyone gathered around a larger kitchen on Thanksgiving? Summer afternoons by the pool? Walking to coffee on Saturday mornings? A guest suite for aging parents or visiting family? Less yard work so you can travel more? Or maybe it’s simply a home that better supports the life you’re building.

Earlier this year, my family and I went through this exact exercise ourselves. We loved our home and made nearly a decade of incredible memories there, but as we looked ahead, we realized we weren’t searching for a different house—we were searching for a home that better fit the next chapter of our lives. That shift in perspective changed everything and completely changed the way I think about helping my clients plan their own moves.

It’s one of the biggest mindset shifts I share with homeowners today. Whether you’re wondering if now is the right time to move, whether you should buy before you sell, or how to prepare your home for sale, your biggest advantage is giving yourself time. Time to understand your equity, thoughtfully prepare your current home, explore different neighborhoods, and wait for the right home instead of settling for the next one that comes on the market.

If you’ve been casually browsing Zillow lately, don’t ask yourself, “What’s my next house?” Instead, ask yourself, “How do I want to live in my next chapter?” Once you have that answer, finding the right home becomes so much clearer.

Because the best moves don’t start with house hunting. They start with a thoughtful plan. Message me and let’s start building yours.

07/16/2026

This is why winning in a multiple-offer situation isn’t always about offering the most money. ❤️

These buyers found a home they absolutely loved, and like so many great homes in Portland, it attracted multiple offers. If you’ve been shopping in neighborhoods like SE Portland, NE Portland, or around Portland’s average price point ($600k), you already know that the best homes rarely sit on the market for long.

The good news? Winning isn’t always about having the highest offer. ✨🙌

There is a strategy behind putting together an offer that gives sellers confidence, and it’s something that comes from being in the market every single day. Knowing what terms matter most in a particular situation. Understanding how to position an offer so it stands out. Communicating with the listing agent before, during, and after the offer is submitted. And making sure they know they’re working with someone who is collaborative, responsive, and focused on getting everyone to the closing table successfully.

This time, it worked exactly as we hoped. Their very first offer was accepted over competing buyers, and a few weeks later, they were holding the keys to their new home.

Does every buyer win on the first try? Of course not. Real estate doesn’t work that way. But I do believe my buyers have a high success rate because they trust my guidance, and because I’ve spent years building strong relationships and a reputation with other agents throughout the Portland market.

To my wonderful clients: thank you for trusting me with such an important milestone. It was an honor to help you purchase your first home, and your kind words mean more than you know.

If you’re thinking about buying and wondering how to compete in today’s market, I’d love to help you build a strategy that gives you the strongest possible chance of hearing the words, “Your offer was accepted.”✨

Address

721 NW 9th Avenue, Ste 250
Portland, OR
97209

Telephone

+15037848097

Website

https://shannonjanssenrealestate.com/

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