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Portland office vacancy rose to 25.9% in Q2, up 270 basis points year-over-year. Tenants returned 761K SF YTD, with more significant move-outs expected in Q3. Q2 leasing volume jumped 158K SF to 780K, but deal counts dropped, bigger deals won. Class B spaces led leasing with 410K SF, as tenants seek value and quality. Mid-sized…

Portland just paused MILLIONS in builder fees to unleash 5,000+ new homes in 3 years! No fees, faster approvals—Portland’s housing revolution is breaking ground.

In 2025, buying a home remains out of reach for many Americans as housing prices continue to rise. A recent report shows that in 35 out of 50 states, a 6-figure income is now required to afford a median-priced 3-bed home. In high-cost markets like Oregon, buyers need a household income of $158,000 to purchase…

Research local schools even if you don’t have kids — they influence home values. Consider internet availability and speed, especially for remote work or streaming needs.

Overall Score: 77.3 Economics: 71.7 Human Capital: 56.5 Quality of Life: 79.4 Environment: 86.4

Comfortable income needed for homeowners: ~$133K Comfortable income needed for renters: ~$94K Household median income: ~$89K Monthly mortgage cost: $3,379 Monthly rent cost: $1,763

Portland’s minimum wage has climbed to $16.3/h, supporting higher consumer spending in a city known for its vibrant dining and arts scenes. The extra income is expected to stimulate demand in both national chains and local leisure venues.