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Portland's housing prices have surged, with fewer homes selling below $500K compared to a decade ago. Income growth lags behind rising home prices, making homeownership increasingly high-priced for many residents.

Spring and Early Summer Are Ideal: These seasons often see increased buyer activity and higher sale pricesLocal Market Variations Matter: Optimal selling times can differ based on regional demand and climate.

Wildfires, extreme winter weather, and rising housing costs are disrupting the U.S. housing market, lowering homebuyer activity.Redfin's Homebuyer Demand Index dropped 11% monthly, reaching its lowest level since August 2024, signaling reduced buyer interest.

Breaking news! Interest rates at pre-pandemic levels, mortgage rates at all-time low, announces Fed. It's a dream come true for homebuyers who have been waiting for the perfect time to enter the market! Dream on… Happy April Fool’s Day!

Oregon’s housing market had a 24.4% chance of a 5% price drop over the past 25 years, lower than the US avg of 26.4%.Oregon’s largest recorded price drop was ↓ 28.6%, higher than the national ↓ 24.2%.

Portland Housing Bureau plans to request $150K in HUD funds for affordable housing security upgrades. The Safety and Security Grant Program aims to address crime and safety concerns in affordable housing.

Metro's housing tax raised $300 million annually in Portland, but changes are proposed to sustain affordable housing efforts. A new ballot measure seeks to extend the tax by 20 years to ensure long-term housing stability.