Spurlock&Co, Portland, OR (2026)

10/20/2026

Open house this Saturday from 1 to 3pm, and partial seller financing is now available! 🏡

11511 S Riverwood Road, Dunthorpe | $1,849,000
5 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms | 3,561 sq ft

The kitchen is the heart of this home, with Calacatta marble, Viking appliances and an oversized island that everyone will gather around. Custom millwork and designer lighting bring warmth to every room. There are two primary suites, one on each level, which gives so much flexibility for family, guests or multiple generations under one roof. And yes, the bathroom floors are heated marble.

Outside, a secluded patio, lush gardens and a sport court make it just as easy to live outdoors as in.

Stop by Saturday, or send me a message to schedule a private tour. I’m happy to walk you through the partial seller financing option too.

10/16/2026

Let’s talk about pocket listings, because I get asked about them all the time.

Here’s a little secret: some of the most wonderful homes are never actually listed for sale. They change hands quietly, through conversations between neighbors, friends, and agents who know each other well, and if you’re only scrolling the usual websites, you’d never know they existed.

That’s exactly what happened with my buyer clients Nancy and Jerry. After many wonderful years in their family home, they were ready to downsize to a place where they could comfortably age in place. Their wish list included a large lot with privacy, a primary suite on the main floor, plenty of room for hosting friends and family, and a covered spot for Jerry’s BBQ. We looked at so many properties around Dunthorpe and Lake Oswego, but nothing was quite right.

Nancy and Jerry were on a tight timeline and needed to move before the end of the year, so rather than wait and hope something perfect would hit the market, I started making calls. After doing some sleuthing, I heard from a neighbor that a nearby home might be listing soon, so I reached out to their broker and set up a private tour before it ever went public. It was clear during our first showing that it was a love match. Fast forward to last Tuesday, when Nancy and Jerry picked up the keys to their dream home on Mary Failing Drive. ❤️

That’s the beauty of knowing these neighborhoods and the people in them. If you’re searching and starting to feel like the perfect house just doesn’t exist, it might simply not be listed yet. Send me a message and let’s go find it together! 🏡

SOLD || Buyer Representation
1610 Mary Failing Drive
Dunthorpe
$2,240,000

08/11/2026

Tucked at the end of a private court in Lake Oswego’s Palisades neighborhood, this custom single-level home has walls of windows and tall ceilings throughout — light, bright, and airy no matter the season, with gorgeous views.

🏡 4 bedrooms + 2 full and 1 half baths
✨ 3,190 thoughtfully designed square feet with tons of storage
🔨 2017 Construction by Elite - Luxury Home Builder

📍 1923 Mapleleaf Ct, Lake Oswego · Palisades Neighborhood
🗓️ Broker Tour: Tomorrow, Aug 11 · 12–2 PM
💰 Offered at $1,649,000

Hope to see you tomorrow!

https://carriespurlock.realscout.com/homesearch/listings/p-1923-mapleleaf-ct-lakeoswego-97034-rmlswebapi-899

08/06/2026

✨OPEN HOUSE✨

Sunday, 8/9, 12-2pm
1923 Mapleleaf Court, Lake Oswego
Palisades Neighborhood
4 beds, 2 full & 1 half baths
3,190 sq feet on a 0.43 acre lot
Offered at $1,649,000

Single-level homes are a crowd favorite for a reason. Whether you’re a parent with toddlers who worries about stair hazards, or you’re retired and want to age in place, or you’re facing mobility challenges, OR you’re simply interested in easy upkeep and efficient heating/cooling - one story homes are problem solvers. Portland’s hilly topography makes building single-level houses a challenge, so they don’t come to market all that often, and when they do, they go quickly. Especially a fully remodeled gem like this one:

One level at the end of a cul-de-sac
Completely remodeled by Elite - Luxury Home Builder in 2017 (feels like new!)
Gourmet kitchen
Super functional floor plan
Gorgeous gardens
Tons of storage
…and so much more.

Come tour this beauty on Sunday. I’ll be there with cold drinks and snacks (and an air purifier). Hope to see you!

https://carriespurlock.realscout.com/homesearch/listings/p-1923-mapleleaf-ct-lakeoswego-97034-rmlswebapi-899

08/05/2026

I was not an art major in college, am not an artist, and definitely never thought of myself as an art collector. BUT! Over the years as I’ve wandered Portland’s cultural corridor, enjoyed First Thursday, and met some incredible local artists.

I’ve learned that you don’t need to be fancy to appreciate art.
What matters is exploring what speaks to you. What do you love? What do you want to look at every day in your home?

My dear friend Liz of the Elizabeth Leach Gallery has inspired me so much in that department. When she asked if I’d like to help organize the first annual Portland Arts Week, it was an easy YES.

Liz’s vision for this annual event is to celebrate Portland’s art scene in partnership with other things that make our city great. The addition of the Portland Fire WNBA this year plus our obvious obsession with the Blazers, Timbers and Thorns, Pickles etc., made it easy to make the inaugural events centered around art and sports.

The first-ever Portland Arts Week is now officially one for the books. Watching this city show up for something brand new was awesome: galleries displayed sports related art, the Portland Art Museum help panel discussions on the impact of sports and art, there were free performance held in the new Darcelle Plaza and free community events and sports clinics.

It was energizing to think on the bigger themes for the event, but connecting my friend Coach Marshall Cho to this community was my absolute favorite part. Seeing the free basketball clinics come to life with kids and coaches alike thanks to Meadow Park Basketball, in downtown Portland was so special to see. If you don’t know Marshall, you need to, give him a follow!

So many people volunteered to make this weekend happen, including Arielle Weedman, Elizabeth Leach Gallery, etc as well as the entire advisory board for making the inaugural year happen. And thank you again to Coach Marshall Cho and Meadow Park Basketball for bringing your energy to the court. We were so glad to have you there.

This year’s event helped bring 394,682 visits to Downtown Portland! We’re already working on next year’s event, so get your taste buds ready!

07/30/2026

I'm grateful to live in the Riverdale School District in South Portland. Our small public school district is home to a K-8 grade school and Riverdale High School, which was again rated as the #1 Public HS in Oregon by Niche.com.

Over the years I've invested a lot in Riverdale Schools, including serving on the PTC, volunteering to run events, helping with classroom activities and eventually spending four years on the School Board. I'm proud of RSD for so many reasons, one of which is the college acceptance list from our graduating class at RHS.

Check out the amazing achievements of the graduating class of '26 who earned acceptances to an incredible range of colleges and universities across the country — a reflection of their hard work, curiosity, and the culture of our unique school district 💙

Just a few of the places 2026 seniors were accepted. Scroll for the full breakdown -->

✨ Stanford University
✨ Dartmouth College
✨ Vanderbilt University
✨ Duke Kunshan University
✨ Bowdoin, Middlebury & Davidson
✨ UC Berkeley
✨ University of Virginia
✨ Georgia Tech
✨ NYU & Boston University
✨ Claremont McKenna
✨ Reed, Oberlin & Macalester
✨ …and of course UofO, Oregon State, and other PNW Colleges & Universities.

From liberal arts colleges to top engineering and honors programs, our students are chasing their goals in every direction. 🌎

Congratulations, Class of 2026 — we're cheering you on!

07/23/2026

All things considered, it's been a pretty mild summer in Portland thus far, but today is 🥵. I moved to a house with a pool a couple of years ago by accident - It wasn’t on my must-haves list. I cannot overemphasize how much I’ve appreciated it (especially on days like this!), in large part because my busy 12 and 15 year old dudes actually want to hang out at home.

Clients on the hunt for a new home often ask “does this yard have room for a pool?” which begs the question, how much does a new pool cost? Recent data suggests that a full-scope custom granite pool in the Portland metro today costs roughly $250,000 to $450,000 (!!!) which is why I suggest that pool aficionados buy a house with an existing pool rather than installing one.

Here are a few of my favorite past listings in and around Portland with summer-ready pools, and some favorite options on the market today.

💦 1128 S Military
💦 11061 S Esquiline
💦 1500 S Military
💦 1546 S Military
💦 My house!
💦 11175 S Riverwood listed by Matthew Tercek - Tercek Real Estate Group
💦 505 SW Glen Rd. listed by Annika Laing
💦 1506 S Buddington listed by Kirsten Kohnstamm

Or if you prefer a dip in the river, we also have listing down at 10150 S Riverside, available on the market now: https://carriespurlock.realscout.com/homesearch/listings/p-10150-s-riverside-dr-portland-97219-rmlswebapi-277

Which one do you think is the coolest (pun intended)? 👇

07/15/2026

The H. Russell Albee House — Portland’s “Mayor’s Mansion” and a Portland celebrity is on the market. Jessica Helgerson () infused the historic 1912 Colonial Revival estate with artful design. Think original Albert E. Doyle architecture meets gilded ceilings and walls alive with hand-painted creatures, brought to life by the artists at .

None of it would exist without the craftsmanship behind the scenes — Dave Rush Construction brought every structural detail of this restoration to life. Highlights include a Lacanche range and Egg Collective island that anchor the kitchen. Courtney Skybek transformed the grounds into exceptional perennial gardens worthy of the estate.

Featured twice in Architectural Digest. Overlooking Laurelhurst Park. Now available with most furnishings included.

📍 Laurelhurst Neighborhood | 5 BD · 5 BA · 7,220 SF · Offered at $4,995,000
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07/10/2026

Oregonians! If you’re looking for something fun and NEW to do this weekend, don’t miss the activities all over town celebrating .arts.week — it’s the inaugural year!

Portland’s Cultural Corridor has the highest density of arts venues (think galleries, museums, emerging art spaces, private collections, and culture venues) within walking distance of any city on the West Coast. We’re celebrating with exhibitions, dialogues, performances and community events exploring this year’s theme, the intersection of ART and SPORT, two major loves of Portlanders.

Hats off to my friend Elizabeth Leach who brought this vision to life. Liz has been shaping this city’s creative landscape for 45 years, and she continues to push it forward.

I love this city and am happy to have contributed to the weekend events in a small way by bringing free basketball clinics organized by and .

It’s an honor to be part of the steering committee with some of the most brilliant minds in the city.

So head out this weekend and learn something new - see some art, catch a game, and celebrate GOOD things going on in our city.

See the full spectrum of events above.

07/08/2026

The Albee House is the gift that keeps on giving. 🌿

The house itself is incredible, but so are its gardens, designed by landscape archictect Courtney Skybak of Refine Landscape Architecture. The sequenced plantings make for a beautiful garden in every season. The hydrangeas are currently the supertars, and the roses are getting close to a second flush. Want to tour the garden in person and learn about the resident bees and custom greenhouse?

Join resident beekeeper and head of ’s Hive Steward Program, , from 11 am -1 pm on July 19 for Bees & Teas: A Garden Tour. Sip tea and learn about the apiary, meet Courtney Skybak and learn more about the fantastic Albee house gardens.

Tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bees-teas-a-garden-tour-tickets-1991386935932?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios

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