Rachel Balmforth, Portland Real Estate Agent

06/19/2026

Would you sign up for a yoga class with a snake?!

At reptile shop Hisss, downward dog comes with a massage from a ball python.

06/16/2026

My Principal Broker likes to remind us that no seller has ever been sued for over disclosing! When in doubt, disclosing any known defects or issues is always the answer.

06/11/2026

Make your backyard as relaxing and easy as possible with these outdoor tips!

Backyard design trends favor low-maintenance yards with native plants, lawn alternatives to basic grass, shade structures, and cozy lounge spaces. See what people are adding to their outdoor spaces now.

06/08/2026

Gen Z is reshaping homeownership: just 4% of buyers, yet 53% purchase solo and 35% are single women. They’re buying earlier and independently, driven by ownership goals!

06/05/2026

I'm holding this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home open tomorrow from 1-3pm - come visit!!

This move-in ready Rock Creek home offers a traditional floor plan, gorgeous vaulted ceilings, and plenty of updates! The spacious, fully fenced backyard is ready for summer parties, and the convenient location offers easy commuting to the best of the area.

Listed for $635,000.

06/02/2026

It is incredibly rare for the seller to have every item on the inspection report resolved before closing, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't get them done once you move in!

05/27/2026

"Housing supply is growing and affordability is improving. However, the U.S. housing market continues to face a structural mismatch between the homes available for sale and what buyers can afford."

New Listing-Income Alignment Score reveals households can access one-quarter fewer homes than in a balanced market.

05/21/2026

This NW Portland home really has it all - a gorgeous interior and an ideal setting in nature but incredibly close to NW Portland!

05/18/2026

In a city known for brunch, which restaurants stand out? Here are some tasty options!

Where to find the brunch and breakfast spots worth the wait.

05/14/2026

Visit me on Sunday from 1-3pm at this move-in ready home in Rock Creek!

This warm and inviting Rock Creek home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 2,108 square feet with a classic, functional layout designed for everyday living and easy entertaining. Formal living and dining rooms are complemented by a comfortable family room with a wood-burning fireplace, while the kitchen opens to a bright eating nook and features an eating bar for casual meals. Vaulted ceilings in the living room, dining room, and primary suite add a sense of space, and all four bedrooms are conveniently located upstairs, including a generous primary with an oversized closet and en suite bath. Enjoy a great backyard with raised garden beds, plus major updates already completed—AC, furnace, flooring, and appliances (2021–2022)—making this home truly move-in ready with no HOA, all in a convenient location near Highway 26, neighborhood parks, and local trails.