What, dear reader, was the greatest week of your life? Think back on that moment. Treasure its beautiful memory. Then THROW IT IN THE TRASH, because the Portland Mercury’s Portland Wing Week is about to make every other week you’ve ever experienced look like GARBAGE. That’s right: From Monday, October 2 to Sunday, October 8, the Portland Mercury’s Portland Wing Week returns withone-of-a-kind chicken wings available at some of Portland’s favorite bars and restaurants! Even better? Each order of wings will only cost you a mere $8! by Wm. Steven Humphrey. Read more
- Wondering why the supply of homes for sale is limited today? There are a few factors at play.
- Lack of building over time, the mortgage rate lock-in effect, and people staying in their houses longer are three of the main reasons why supply is low.
- But real estate agents know exactly where to look and what to do to make your dream a reality. Let’s connect so you have an expert on your side to help you successfully navigate the market and find your next home.
Fun Things to do this week…
Portland Mercury’s Wing Week 2023
What, dear reader, was the greatest week of your life? Think back on that moment. Treasure its beautiful memory. Then THROW IT IN THE TRASH, because the Portland Mercury’s Portland Wing Week is about to make every other week you’ve ever experienced look like GARBAGE.
When: Every day, through Oct 8
Where: This is an in-person event | Different places around Portland
Morchella x Veganizer: Mushroom Dinner Round 2
Due to popular demand, we’ve added a second evening on Wednesday, October 4. The first night of this dinner on Thursday, September 28 sold out very quickly. Don’t miss your chance to grab tickets for round two!
When: Wed, October 4, 5pm & 8pm
Where: Morchella Sabin | 1315 NE Fremont St Portland, OR 97212
THIS WEEKS REAL ESTATE UPDATE
Numbers help tell a story.
Numbers are powerful, especially when it comes to real estate! Whether you are assess whether it’s a good time to buy, sale or invest these numbers can be very valuable in determining offers or best sales price! PLEASE FEEL FREE TO REACH OUT WITH ANY QUESTIONS
Portland, OR 97230
Wed Oct 04 2023
This week the median list price for Portland, OR 97230 is $490,000 with the market action index hovering around 57. This is less than last month’s market action index of 59. Inventory has increased to 48.
Market Action Index
This answers “How’s the Market?” by comparing rate of sales versus inventory.
Strong Seller’s Market
The market has been cooling over time and prices plateaued for a while. Despite the consistent decrease in MAI, we’re in the Seller’s zone. Watch for changes in MAI. If the MAI resumes its climb, prices will likely follow suit. If the MAI drops consistently or falls into the Buyer’s zone, watch for downward pressure on prices.
Portland, OR 97220
Wed Oct 04 2023
This week the median list price for Portland, OR 97220 is $437,450 with the market action index hovering around 48. This is about the same as last month’s market action index of 48. Inventory has increased to 38.
Fairview, OR 97024
Wed Oct 04 2023
This week the median list price for Fairview, OR 97024 is $697,846 with the market action index hovering around 59. This is an increase over last month’s market action index of 52. Inventory has decreased to 7
Troutdale, OR 97060
Wed Oct 04 2023
This week the median list price for Troutdale, OR 97060 is $569,900 with the market action index hovering around 52. This is less than last month’s market action index of 57. Inventory has increased to 25.
Gresham, OR 97080
Wed Oct 04 2023
This week the median list price for Gresham, OR 97080 is $569,000 with the market action index hovering around 40. This is less than last month’s market action index of 43. Inventory has decreased to 119.
Portland, OR 97236
Wed Oct 04 2023
This week the median list price for Portland, OR 97236 is $579,500 with the market action index hovering around 46. This is an increase over last month’s market action index of 45. Inventory has held steady at or around 52.
Portland, OR 97211
Wed Oct 04 2023
This week the median list price for Portland, OR 97211 is $699,900 with the market action index hovering around 51. This is less than last month’s market action index of 52. Inventory has decreased to 47.
Portland, OR 97232
Wed Oct 04 2023
This week the median list price for Portland, OR 97232 is $862,450 with the market action index hovering around 57. This is an increase over last month’s market action index of 54. Inventory has increased to 8.
Why Your House Didn’t Sell
If your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, you’re likely feeling a little frustrated. Not to mention, you’re also probably wondering what went wrong. Here are three questions to think about as you figure out what to do next. Read more
Unpacking the Long-Term Benefits of Homeownership
If you’re thinking about buying a home soon, higher mortgage rates, rising home prices, and ongoing affordability concerns may make you wonder if it still makes sense to buy a home right now. Read more
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RECIPE OF THE WEEK!
The Best Baked Chicken Breasts
Ingredient Checklist
- 1 small bunch parsley
- 1 lemon, sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 1 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
- Four 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions Checklist
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the parsley in the center of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and top with the lemon slices. Pour the wine around the parsley. Brush the tops of the chicken with the olive oil and season with the paprika, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the lemon slices. Cut an 8-by-10-inch piece of parchment and place it on top of the chicken.
- Bake until the chicken registers 165 degrees F on a digital thermometer, 40 to 45 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving. The chicken can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Vanilla Chai Latte
Indulgents
- 1 teaspoon Homemade Chai Spices
- 1 cup water
- 1 bag black tea (or 1 teaspoon loose leaf black tea in a tea strainer)
- ½ cup fresh 2% milk (or whole milk)*
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (or honey, agave, or simple syrup)
Instructions Checklist
- In a small saucepan over medium high heat, whisk together chai spices, water and tea bag and bring to a boil. Once boiling, remove it from the heat and allow it to rest for 1 minute. Then strain through a fine mesh strainer** into one or two mugs (one for a large latte and two for small).
- Rinse the saucepan. Add the milk, vanilla, and maple syrup. Heat the milk to 150 degrees Fahrenheit (measure using a thermometer): this is hot with some small bubbles forming around the outside, but not simmering. The exact temperature is helpful for getting the perfect foam (if you don’t have a thermometer you can approximate).
- Use hand frother, whisk, or French press to foam the milk. (The French press is a favorite method: Add the scalding milk to the French press and pump vigorously until frothy, about 100 times for 2% milk or approximately 1 minute; use 50 times for whole milk.) Rest the foam for about 30 seconds, which allows it to set. Go to How to Froth Milk if it’s your first time frothing.
- Pour the milk and foam evenly between the mugs (or into 1 mug). Sprinkle with additional chai spices and serve.
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