Sara Backus Real Estate Broker

04/04/2025

My newest listing is live and lovely. The Exquisite English Traditional in the heart of bustling Beaumont Village celebrated for its small town community feel.

Storybook curb appeal charms with lovely landscaping and a pleasant porch. Morning coffee calls. Darling design details delight such as lovely leaded glass windows, perfect picture rails, adorable arches, handsome hardwoods, beloved brass vents, and vintage light fixtures.

The living room romances. Classy and comfortable with a gorgeous fireplace. The formal dining room dazzles. The custom kitchen is a knockout. The beautiful eat-in banquette, warm white cabinets, sleek stainless steel Viking range, sub-zero refrigerator, and slab granite counters captivate. The heart of this harmonious home. The layout lures with 2 spacious bedrooms and a bathroom on the main, a pristine primary upstairs, and grand guest quarters downstairs.

The primary suite is your sanctuary with beautiful built-ins, a wonderful window seat, and a stunning spa-like bathroom. Bliss. The lower level family room is for relaxing. A fabulous flex space, rad rumpus room, mighty mother-in-law suite, or amazing Airbnb opportunity with a separate exterior entrance. The backyard is private and peaceful.

On a pleasant street in a notable neighborhood with sought after schools. Steps to festive Fremont, conveniently close to Wilshire Park, Downtown Portland, and the Alberta Arts District. Spring new beginnings.

Open Saturday & Sunday 12-4pm!

The Exquisite English Traditional in the heart of bustling Beaumont Village. Storybook curb appeal charms with lovely landscaping and a pleasant porch. Morning coffee calls. Darling design details delight such as lovely leaded glass windows, perfect picture rails, adorable arches, handsome hardwoods...

02/25/2025

An 80’s lady. A betty that beguiles. A geodesic dome home in the hills that’s hella cool.

The exterior is epic. The interior is Ill, as in impressive. No doy! Outrageous and open with wicked windows, stellar skylights, superb shelves, radical rooms, awesome arches, and gnarly geometry.

The living room is legit. The kitchen is killer. Funky fresh for all you foodies. Fantabulous. The bedrooms boast the most bitchin’ built-ins. Bomb. The bathrooms are bodacious.

I kid you not, this home will make you want to hightail to the hills. This homegirl is bad to the bone. Big time. Energy efficient and excellent in the wicked West Hills.

Okay, okay. Enough with the totally tubular 80’s terms. Seriously spassing over here!

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams PDX Central.

4 Bedrooms / 3 Baths
4,208 SQFT
$825,000

Custom Geodesic Dome Home, thoughtfully built with strength and energy efficiency as priorities. This unique house sits on just over a quarter acre with south facing windows and territorial views. The main level features a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings and large Pella windows, and adjac...

01/08/2025

08/21/2024

I’m utterly beside myself with this mind-blowing Mid-Century masterpiece.

An amazing atomic Ranch in the awesome Argay neighborhood that teases. I’m almost at a loss for words with this wonder. A 60’s sensation that stimulates all the senses and seduces. Seriously smitten.

The most enticing entry. Floor to ceiling windows, beautiful exposed beams, a rad rock wall with the foxiest fireplace overlooking the patio and pool! Please people.

Downstairs is delightful. The right kind of retro. Raddest rumpus room. An entertainer’s dream with a bangin’ bar, pool table, and sliders to the sexy patio. Pleasure palace. This home hums. A Mid-Century Modern maven in the nicest neighborhood. Did I mention there is a private park right behind this babe!! I’m bothered in the best kind of way;)

Friends, I found your forever home and I can’t wait for all the pool parties and patio pleasantries. Listing courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust.

Link in my bio for all the foxy facts!

3 Bedrooms / 3 Baths
3,160 SQFT
$775,000

Welcome to your new, dreamy life in this stunning Mid-Century Atomic Ranch located in the beloved Argay neighborhood. This corner lot oasis effortlessly blends modern updates while maintaining the incredible details of this sought after iconic era. Recent updates include new carpet, boiler heating s...

08/20/2024

Two-Thirds or roughly 68% of all realtors are women according to the National Association of Realtors. Never forget how wildly capable you are. The future is female.

06/21/2024

My second listing finds you is sweet St. Johns. Another favorite Portland neighborhood of mine. A super special place full of beloved Bungalows like this babe.

She’s happy and homey with copious amounts of charm and perpetual potential. Well loved and ready for a respectful revamp and some cosmetic updates.

The front porch is pleasant. The living room and dining area are open and airy. The office off the entry can easily be converted back to a legal 4th bedroom by simply adding French Doors. The kitchen is cute and cozy with SS appliances, butcher block, tile floor, and access to the darling deck in the backyard. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat. Large and lovely with cork floors, big windows, and a walk-in closet. The upstairs full bathrooms could use a little TLC, but provide the perfect opportunity to create the spa-like loos of your dreams.

The layout lures with 4 bedrooms (one non-confirming) and 2.5 baths, which is invaluable. The 600 sqft. unfinished basement with a separate entrance provides plenty of excess storage space. The backyard is big with room for all the yard games and a garden. Glorious. The tool shed and detached two car garage are gold.

On a quaint and quiet street just blocks from Downtown St. Johns. Open Saturday and Sunday from 12-3!

3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths
1,680 SQFT
$499,000

A sweet St. Johns Bungalow with copious amounts of charm and perpetual potential. Happy and homey. Well loved and ready for a respectful revamp and some cosmetic updates. The front porch is pleasant. The living room and dining area are open and airy. The office off the entry can easily be converted....

06/21/2024

My first of TWO terrific listings hitting the market on this fabulous Friday! This tasteful Traditional home in highly sought-after Forest Heights makes me feel right at home. 90’s novelty.

The spectacular and unobstructed valley views are everything. Dine outdoors all year long and soak in the superb sunsets. The interior is all about practicality, simplicity, and comfort. Casual and communal living. Relaxed and laid-back. Just lovely.

High ceilings, beautiful built-ins, and handsome hardwoods aplenty. Functional design and a flexible layout. 5 spacious bedrooms plus a den/office offer a space for everyone. The formal dining room dazzles with delightful views. Entertain with ease in the gourmet kitchen complete with all new SS appliances, granite counters, and a cooktop island overlooking the dining area and family room.

A second living area on the lower level offers endless possibilities for in-laws, long-term guests, or buyers looking for rental income with a 2nd kitchen, living room, bedroom suite, laundry room, wine cellar, private deck, and separate entrance! Flat yard. Quiet street. Extra deep 3 car garage. Excellent Schools: Forest Park Elementary, West Sylvan Middle School and Lincoln High School. Easy commute to the Hi-Tech Corridor, area Hospitals, and Downtown. Free shuttle service to Sunset Transit Station. Enjoy Forest Height's Private 2.5 acre Park and miles of gorgeous groomed trails.

A treasure to make your own.

5 Bedrooms / 3.2 Baths
5,194 SQFT
$1,275,000

A tasteful Traditional home in highly sought-after Forest Heights Neighborhood. Spectacular unobstructed valley views. High ceilings, beautiful built-ins, and handsome hardwoods. Functional design and a flexible layout with space for everyone! The formal dining room dazzles with delightful views. En...

04/24/2024

I found your forever friends. A Mid-Century Modern Farm!

A holistically renovated and revitalizing ranch nestled in the nourishing NW Hills. A haven harmoniously integrated over 4 astonishing acres.

The airy open layout lures with victorious vaulted ceilings, walls of windows and sexy skylights. Saturated with soothing and sensuous natural light. Enveloped by the lush landscape.

The kitchen is a knockout. The primary is a peaceful paradise. The covered outdoor dinning area overlooking a stream is an absolute dream. Decompress in the heavenly hot tub. Shower under the stars. Sensory overload. Outstanding.

The detached office or shop is sure to satisfy with a pleasing pellet stove, heated floors, kitchenette and half bath. The oversized 2-car garage is gold. The greenhouse is glorious. Your refuge.

This rapturous retreat rests on over 1.5 calming and curated acres nuzzled by the native forest. A Folkenberg fairytale. Listing courtesy of Home Team Realty.

4 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths
2,587 SQFT
$1,075,000

Open House Saturday 27th 11-1! Stunning Custom Design in Idyllic NW Hills Landscape. This holistically renovated designer home, nestled in the picturesque Folkenberg neighborhood, harmoniously integrates over 4 beautifully curated acres. Featuring vaulted ceilings with skylights, an airy open layout...

03/02/2024

Holy. House. H***y. All I want to do is Dirty Dance up those stairs carrying a watermelon. For those that don’t know the reference it really is your loss;)

This incredibly irresistible Cascadian Mid-Century Modern mesmerizes. Sitting sexy on nearly 2 acres backing to the National Forest. This fox is NOT on leased land so short-term rentals are permitted and she’s only 15 minutes from Skibowl. Seduced?

This architectural masterpiece is accessible by a fairytale-like footbridge. For real. Enveloped by the lush landscape and tickled by all the trees. A magical merger of nature and modern living. A Rhododendron retreat in the enchanted forest.

The open concept layout lures. The windows wow and the skylights soothe. Nature nourishes. The sunken living room radiates warmth with a sensational stone fireplace. The library is lustrous with gleaming glass walls that welcome the outside in. The primary suite is surreal. A haven that promises all the passion. A private oasis with an ensuite that entices. Have you seen a sexier place to take a bath? Bathing beauty.

The expansive decks make for delightful creek side dining. The workshop is a woodworkers wishes granted. The detached garage is for all your gear. The grounds are gorgeous. A Mt. Hood home to hibernate in all year long. Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate.

3 Bedrooms / 3 Baths
2,604 SQFT
$1,160,000

Introducing a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own a remarkable Cascadian Mid-Century Modern home on nearly 2 acres and backing to National Forest, only 15 minutes from Skibowl & 1 Hour from Portland. Accessed by a picturesque footbridge that crosses Henry Creek, you'll be captivated by the beauty of th...

02/29/2024

My newest listing is live and lovely. A terrific Townhome in Tigard’s prominent River Terrace neighborhood. Bright and beautiful. Comfortable and cozy.

The simple layout speaks to the functionality and flow of the home. The spacious open floor plan promises plenty of pleasantries. I’m giddy over a good great room.
The kitchen is warm and welcoming with a window that wows and an inviting island.

The primary is pretty with colossal ceilings and en-suite. The spacious second bedrooms also has an attached bath. Bonus! The oversized attached 2-car tandem garage makes a great gym or super storage space.

With community amenities aplenty including an outdoor pool, beautiful basketball court, gym, and perfect little park for all the picnics. Fantastic location just minutes from Progress Ridge, Murrayhill, restaurants, parks, and shops. A lovely community.

Catch me at my open this Saturday from 1-3!

14293 SW 169th Ave
2 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths
1,212 SQFT
$400,000

Luxury living in this stunning 2020 Townhome in Tigard's prestigious River Terrace neighborhood. Simple layout speaks to the functionality and flow of the home. Enjoy the spacious open floor plan with a gorgeous great room. The living room is warm and welcoming with a cozy electric fireplace. The di...

01/27/2024

My 1,100 sqft basement apartment is available for short term rentals starting 2/23! One month stay minimum. Check it out!

Cool and contemporary apartment that doesn't feel like a basement. Big and beautiful. Happy and...