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Portland affordable neighborhoods


From Renter to Owner: Mastering the Financial Leap in Portland’s Real Estate Market
Nearly half of Portland listings cut prices in September 2025, creating unprecedented opportunities for strategic renters to transition to wealth-building homeownership.
tylergkoski
Jul 26, 20258 min read


How to Spot—and Support—a Portland Neighborhood That Aligns With Your Values
Discover how your values can shape more than just your vote—they can also guide where you choose to live in Portland. At Grand Union, we believe in finding neighborhoods that align with your lifestyle and ethos. From walkability and local businesses to cultural spaces and sustainability, let’s explore communities that resonate with you. Ready to map your values to the perfect Portland neighborhood? Book your Grand Union consult today and find a place that truly feels like hom
tylergkoski
Jul 26, 20253 min read


The True Cost of Portland Homeownership: Unpacking Taxes, Fees, and Community Impact
Why the Price Tag Is Just the Beginning Owning a home in Portland doesn’t just come with a mortgage—it comes with a multidimensional...
tylergkoski
Jul 26, 20253 min read


Buying a Condo in Portland: How to Embrace Urban Living Without Sacrificing Community Spirit
Discover the blend of convenience and community with condo living in Portland. Enjoy vibrant neighborhoods, walkability, and local connections without sacrificing comfort. Grand Union helps match you to your ideal lifestyle and community. Book a consult today.
tylergkoski
Jul 26, 20253 min read


Portland’s Highest-ROI Renovations for Rental Properties (2025 Investor Guide)
In Portland’s 2025 rental market, targeted upgrades—from kitchen overhauls to ADU conversions—deliver up to 100%+ ROI, boosting rent, reducing vacancies, and building legacy equity.
tylergkoski
May 19, 20253 min read


Portland’s Hidden Gems: 5 Neighborhoods Worth Watching in 2025
September 2025 data reveals Portland's hidden value neighborhoods where 48% price reductions meet infrastructure investment, creating systematic opportunities smart buyers recognize.
tylergkoski
May 19, 202511 min read


Sell With Impact: How Proud Ground & Grand Union Turn Your Home Into a Community Legacy
Sell your home with Proud Ground and Grand Union to preserve affordability, build community, and leave a lasting legacy in Portland and Southwest Washington.
tylergkoski
May 12, 20254 min read


First-Time Buyers in Portland: How Your Home Purchase Shapes Neighborhoods and Builds Legacy
Buying your first home in Portland is more than a milestone—it’s an investment in community. From Sellwood-Moreland’s tree-lined streets to condos in Downtown Portland, first-time buyers shape housing values, equity, and neighborhood resilience. Learn how your purchase can drive long-term success, inclusion, and stability in the best Portland neighborhoods.
tylergkoski
Apr 15, 20254 min read


The Ripple Effect: How your first home purchase strengthens Portland's social fabric
Buying your first home in Portland is more than a personal milestone—it’s a commitment to equity, sustainable communities, and long-term neighborhood stability. Every purchase has ripple effects: funding schools and green spaces, strengthening local businesses, and anchoring community outcomes. At Grand Union, we see first-time buyers not just as homeowners, but as stakeholders in the built environment and the city’s future.
tylergkoski
Apr 9, 20254 min read


The First-Time Buyer’s Guide to a Community-Focused Home Buying Process in Portland
For Portland first-time buyers, choosing a home is about building legacy and joining a strong, values-driven community—see how to go beyond the transaction and make impact.
tylergkoski
Mar 14, 20256 min read
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