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As the winter months settle in, fireplace season is full blaze. Here in the Northwest we’re blessed with cooler temperatures and the more fireplace use equals more necessary maintenance.
Just last week in the greater Portland area, many towns, especially those in higher elevations such as where we live in Sherwood for example reported several inches of snow. Our Sherwood home happens to be located along the gateway to the Chehalem Mountain wine region, so you can imagine we’re feeling that cold Oregon weather. Not to mention all of us living in Oregon spend our winters dodging cold fronts, wind and rain. But don’t get me wrong, we love it! You can have fresh air, dark green forests and natural beauty like we do without it!
Get an annual chimney inspection
With the winter upon us, you’ll want to be sure your fireplace is safe and clean. You can take a proactive approach by having a yearly chimney inspection. This is a good way to address and prevent any carbon monoxide concerns as well. Chimney inspections also help improve overall performance. The photo used above is of a family room with a beautiful NW inspired fireplace, a home for sale in Sherwood, OR. You can see more at www.SherwoodLuxuryEstate.com
The Gardner Team would like to share with you this link to learn more about chimney inspection types and associated costs. Below you can see all homes as they come on the marketing in Washington county offering fireplaces. You can also create and save a new custom home search.
Washington County homes for sale with a “fireplace”
This live listing feed offers a changing selection of Washington County Homes For Sale with a fireplace, they will appear directly on this page as they come on the market. Enjoy, and stay warm!
Showing properties
1 - 10 of 500+.
See more Oregon Homes with a Fireplace.
(all data current as of
5/17/2012)
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2 beds, 2 full baths
Home size: 966 sq ft
Year built: 1980
Parking spots: 1
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3 beds, 2 full baths
Home size: 1,388 sq ft
Lot size: 7,405 sqft
Year built: 1994
Parking spots: 2
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4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
Home size: 2,500 sq ft
Lot size: 3,920 sqft
Year built: 2009
Parking spots: 2
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4 beds, 3 full baths
Home size: 3,370 sq ft
Lot size: 6,098 sqft
Year built: 2012
Parking spots: 3
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4 beds, 3 full baths
Home size: 3,045 sq ft
Lot size: 16,117 sqft
Year built: 1976
Parking spots: 2
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5 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
Home size: 2,970 sq ft
Lot size: 9,583 sqft
Year built: 2006
Parking spots: 3
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3 beds, 3 full baths
Home size: 3,632 sq ft
Lot size: 16,552 sqft
Year built: 1989
Parking spots: 2
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3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
Home size: 1,562 sq ft
Year built: 2012
Parking spots: 2
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2 beds, 2 full baths
Home size: 1,395 sq ft
Year built: 2001
Parking spots: 1
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4 beds, 3 full baths
Home size: 2,755 sq ft
Lot size: 3,484 sqft
Year built: 2003
Parking spots: 2
Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.
Sure, selling your Sherwood home in the middle of winter may seem like a less than appealing time, especially when Spring is just a couple months away. But not everyone has the luxury of waiting to sell or buy for that matter, and a couple months of playing the waiting game will find a way to add up in more ways than one.
You’re not alone, all greater Portland homes are seeing the same type of weather conditions – brown grass, gray skies, shorter daylight hours for home showings… Even this week we got 5 inches of snow at our home in Sherwood! (well that part was nice, there’s nothing quiet like a winter wonderland to cheer you up.)
But there’s a reality and winter has its benefits!
For one winter weeds out the buyers. Cold weather doesn’t make house hunting “fun” so home-buyers who are calling their Portland Metro Realtor are more serious and in need of finding the right Sherwood home -or- respective property that meets their criteria in the surrounding area such as Tualatin, Tigard, Wilsonville, West Linn or Lake Oswego for example.
From the holiday’s to job relocations that take place this time of year, there’s an influx of travelers with specific needs and they’re more inspired to buy — again, making those buyers out there more serious home-buyers. With listing inventory levels down this time of year, you’ll also have far less competition on the market when selling your Sherwood home or real estate in the surrounding area during the winter months. For sellers who may not get quite as many showings, The quality of showings is much better with those serious home-buyers looking to make a purchase.
Life’s not about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain…
Having a better understanding of the seasonal and local market conditions, in addition to the behavior of the audience you’re seeking puts factors in your favor when selling your Sherwood home in the middle of winter. Add that forecast to fantastic deals on the market, along with historically low interest rates and you have yourself a perfect-storm. As the saying goes, life’s not about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain. (let’s be PC, we’re in the NW so we’ll add sleet and snow to that – but boy to we have fun outdoor recreation here year around, no problems selling Oregon’s great Northwest lifestyle!)
How to STAND OUT to those serious buyers?
Okay, selling your home in Sherwood or the surrounding area in the winter proves to have it’s benefits – but it’s only when preparation meets opportunity that good things happen. It’s all about putting your best foot forward to insure you STAND OUT to those serious buyers, moving you from having a Sherwood home for sale to another home sold. Here’s some ideas, let’s get to work…
- Clear the walkways. If you have snow or ice covering the walkways, make it a daily routine to keep them clear. Curb appeal is your first impression and making those buyers coming for a home tour see the potential and feel welcome will help take them from looking to “you had me at hello!”
- Keep out the cold. Nothing says homey like a warm and cozy space. Home-buyers are coming in from the cold – home is your refuge – this creates a great opportunity to appeal to their senses. A little bit of savings on the heating bill is nothing compared to the sale of your home. Turn up the heat, put on the gas fireplace, throw open the curtains and blinds, and flick on the lights. (Don’t forget, you can also install timers too.) While you’re at it put some music low and send an attractive, subtle aroma through the home (like fresh baked bread or cookies baked earlier in the day -or- switch on a Scentsy Warmer to set the mood. If you have a wood burning fireplace or stove, simply “set the stage” for a fire to evoke the idea while insuring safety when leaving the home.)
- Keep it squeaky clean. Hard to do no matter what time of year it is, but it’s worth every penny of effort. Many times sellers think of the obvious surfaces, but in today’s real estate climate you’re in a beauty contest so you have to go beyond counters, floors and making sure the beds are made -think details- like baseboards and windows, touch up’s and repairs. Gone are the days of little things and normal wear and tear. Buying in a distressed market can be stressful, and while it may seem normal to you and I, buyers want to purchase something that gives them the security that everything is well maintained and taken care of. Having a “please remove your shoes” sign and basket of blue booties by the door conveys that and helps you maintain your efforts.
- Emphasize the positives. You can change the house, but you can’t change the location so emphasize the positives. Maybe it’s a small townhouse lot but all the yard maintenance is taken care of by the HOA. If there’s stores around the corner get excited about it being walking distance to shopping or the fact that it’s on a bus route. These are important things to mention to perspective buyers and highlight in the home marketing. Lifestyle is also equally important. Talking up things like Mt. Hood fun just an hour away while we’re in the winter months is a great way to promote the area. We also have our own NBA team with games going on right in Portland – Blazer basketball offers fans fun winter entertainment too!
Take the next step…
If you’re ready to get ahead of the listing curve and grab those winter buyers, give The Gardner Team a call and let’s discuss your goals and possibilities of getting your home on the market and sold. Jason and Amber, The Gardner Team with The Hasson Company Realtors: 971.832.1234 | [email protected]
I don’t think so. WARNING! Big red flag! They’re invasive, like indoor weeds trying to take over your walls.
One of the best and most frequent “quick tips” we give to clients preparing their Sherwood home or property for sale in the surrounding area is to lose the magnets. Even if you’re not selling your home, this is one of the best ways to tidy up your home or work space in seconds. Try it!
Don’t let the “stuff” on the front or the side stick around. Take charge of your environment, transform your space and change the energy of the room. Start now, no need to wait till spring to clean out the clutter. Walk over to the fridge, filing cabinet or wherever you’re loaded down with magnets and just peal the clutter away. If the magnet is not something you use on a daily basis like a simple daily calendar – it’s time for change.
Start with the big bulky ones. They’re big baggage taking away from your space feeling clean, organized and clutter free. Pull down the dangling scraps of paper, business cards and menus they may be clutching to. Information that you’ll most likely have access to online anyway.
If you’re holding onto something you want to keep, create a file and organize like items to be stored there. You’ll find organizing things neatly on a bulletin board hung behind a door, on a secondary wall in your office or somewhere that’s out of plain sight will reclaim your space. Whether it’s bills, menus to your favorite restaurants, to do lists, upcoming events, artwork or snapshots (wow, those are just a few examples, now imagine all that on a fridge!) are better placed elsewhere.
Whether your home is for sale, you’re preparing to entertain or simply want to better enjoy everyday life around you, say “say-la-vee” to hanging magnets all over your fridge. And there you have it, instant gratification with one quick tip to tidy up.
Helpful tips to enjoy the spaces you love and sell with style brought to you by:
Amber Gardner, Director of Marketing/Licensed Assistant/Accredited Home Stager with The Gardner Team at Hasson Company Realtors -together with- Tonya Giesbers, nationally recognized and award-winning Independent Design Consultant with Celebrating HOME
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