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What Makes Urban Nest THE Dream Brokerage for Mission-Driven Agents

What Makes Urban Nest THE Dream Brokerage for Mission-Driven Agents

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2025 Home Features That We’ve Seen Increase Property Value in Portland & Vancouver

2025 Home Features That We’ve Seen Increase Property Value in Portland & Vancouver

We Believe in Portland: Our Urban Nest Cleanup Day

We Believe in Portland: Our Urban Nest Cleanup Day

The Hidden Costs of Home Buying: What Pacific Northwest Buyers Need to Budget For

The Hidden Costs of Home Buying: What Pacific Northwest Buyers Need to Budget For

LIFE IN OREGON & WASHINGTON

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The Benefits of Living in Portland: Why You Should Consider Moving

The Benefits of Living in Portland: Why You Should Consider Moving

Why Does Portland Have 5 Quadrants?

Why Does Portland Have 5 Quadrants?

Getting Around the Pearl District Neighborhood in NW Portland

Getting Around the Pearl District Neighborhood in NW Portland

Getting Around the Forest Park Neighborhood in NW Portland

Getting Around the Forest Park Neighborhood in NW Portland

Getting Around the Creston-Kenilworth Neighborhood in SE Portland

Getting Around the Creston-Kenilworth Neighborhood in SE Portland

The Ultimate Winter Bucket List for Family Fun in Portland

The Ultimate Winter Bucket List for Family Fun in Portland

Getting Around the Mississippi/Williams Neighborhood in North Portland

Getting Around the Mississippi/Williams Neighborhood in North Portland

Getting Around the Division/Clinton Neighborhood in SE Portland

Getting Around the Division/Clinton Neighborhood in SE Portland

Getting Around the Bridlemile Neighborhood in SW Portland

Getting Around the Bridlemile Neighborhood in SW Portland

HOME BUYING & SELLING TIPS

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2025 Home Features That We’ve Seen Increase Property Value in Portland & Vancouver

2025 Home Features That We’ve Seen Increase Property Value in Portland & Vancouver

Urban Nest Realty: A Love Letter from the Inside

Urban Nest Realty: A Love Letter from the Inside

Wildfire Risk and Preparedness in Portland and Vancouver

Wildfire Risk and Preparedness in Portland and Vancouver

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Women's History Month Q&A: Get to Know Our Founders!

Mar 27, 2024

Women's History Month Q&A: Get to Know Our Founders!

Mar 27, 2024

Mar 27, 2024

Congratulations from Tina

Apr 17, 2017

Congratulations from Tina

Apr 17, 2017

Apr 17, 2017

Keeping it Cool in a Tough Market

Mar 27, 2017

Keeping it Cool in a Tough Market

Mar 27, 2017

Mar 27, 2017

Mar 23, 2017

Buyers' Sucess

Mar 23, 2017

Mar 23, 2017

Interview With a Realtor: Nathaniel Bachelder

Sep 20, 2016

Interview With a Realtor: Nathaniel Bachelder

Sep 20, 2016

Sep 20, 2016

Agent Interviews: Daniel Blachowski With Home Buyers Karen & Ken

Jul 12, 2016

Agent Interviews: Daniel Blachowski With Home Buyers Karen & Ken

Jul 12, 2016

Jul 12, 2016

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The Best Forest Day Trips and Beautiful Parks of PDX

Urban Nest Realty 6/15/18 Urban Nest Realty 6/15/18

The Best Forest Day Trips and Beautiful Parks of PDX

Quick, before the crowds hit! Now’s your chance to explore the best forests in and around Portland. Need inspiration? Look no further.

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The Five Best River Floats In and Around Portland

Urban Nest Realty 7/21/16 Urban Nest Realty 7/21/16

The Five Best River Floats In and Around Portland

This summer when the dog days finally hit, consider floating one of our many nearby rivers, and cool off while you have some fun in the sun!

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Portland Day Trips Worth Taking This Summer

Urban Nest Realty 6/29/16 Urban Nest Realty 6/29/16

Portland Day Trips Worth Taking This Summer

Portland, OR is a great place to live, but it’s an equally great place when it comes to the awesome road trip destinations available within a day’s drive.

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