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The McCreith Team
Bella Casa Real Estate Group
MARKET ACTION REPORT
Our job is to know the local markets, the trends, the issues, and the challenges so that we price your property appropriately and manage the listing period as well as possible.
The Regional Multiple Listing Service provides a report with a lot of great data detailing home sales, inventory, and rate of sales.
We share a monthly analysis of the market conditions for SW Portland Metro here.
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Single-level Ranch Living: 127 NW 19th St. in McMinnville
Freshly painted, new carpet, solid oak floors, and a fully fenced backyard with a covered patio and hot tub, all on one level in the heart of McMinnville. At $450,000, 127 NW 19th St is priced well below the city's median and ready for its next chapter.
5 days ago
May 2026 Market Action Report: Portland Metro and Yamhill, Polk and Marion Counties
From Portland Metro to the Willamette Valley, we're talking through the early spring data and what you should know heading into summer. And whether you're thinking about listing this summer, still searching for the right home, or just trying to make sense of what these numbers mean for your specific situation, we're here for it. No pressure; just honest guidance from people who know this market.
6 days ago
Built for the Long Haul: Multigenerational Living in Lafayette, Oregon
Some homes are built for one chapter of life. This one is built for all of them. 532 E Water Street in Lafayette is a custom manufactured home with a flexible multigenerational layout, high-end finishes, and a large lot right in the heart of Yamhill County wine country.
Jun 5
Room to Live. Location to Love. Welcome to 184 NW Brookside in McMinnville
184 NW Brookside sits in one of NW McMinnville's most established neighborhoods and brings the kind of space most buyers have stopped hoping for— 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a generous lot with room to make it your own. Minutes from downtown's celebrated dining scene, world-class Willamette Valley wineries, and easy highway access, this one checks every box. Come take a look.
Jun 4
A Classic Concordia Bungalow Right in the Heart of NE Portland
A bright, well-maintained 1964 bungalow in Concordia with an open floor plan, finished lower level, and a detached garage with ADU conversion plans available. Good bones, great neighborhood, and the kind of NE Portland address people specifically hunt for.
Jun 4
The Single Level You've Been Waiting For: 671 NW Allen Court in McMinnville
Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac in McMinnville's sought-after Horizon Heights neighborhood, 671 NW Allen Court is the single level home you've been looking for. Nearly 2,000 square feet, a spacious deck made for Oregon evenings, and a generous quarter-acre lot with a workshop, covered deck, garden beds, and a hot tub, all minutes from Michelbook Golf Club, the Westside Greenway Trail, and downtown McMinnville. This one is worth a look.
Jun 3
Welcome to the Dreamiest Yard in Newberg: 2206 N Thorne Street
Some homes are updated. Some are move-in ready. Every once in a while, one comes along that's both, and then some. This custom Powell Built home in Newberg's Bramble Creek neighborhood was beautifully renovated in 2019 by KD Interiors, and it shows at every turn. Fireplace library, entertainer's kitchen, Trex deck overlooking a creekside terraced backyard, and no HOA. This is the one.
Jun 1
Wide Open Skies and a Life Well-Rooted: Life at 14601 NW Pheasant Hill Rd. in McMinnville
A charming vintage farmhouse on almost 5 acres, just 10 minutes from McMinnville's award-winning Third Street. This Pheasant Hill Road property features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a barn with a working office, fruit trees, fenced pasture, and a welcoming front porch with Chehalem Mountain views. Offered at $799,000, and priced to move.
May 21
Solid Home, Stunning Setting, and Carlton Around the Corner: Why 16175 NE Major Lane Might Be Your Next Chapter
There's a moment when you pull up to a property and something just clicks. The quiet of a country road, the land stretching out in front of you, the views framing everything like a painting you didn't know you needed. That moment is waiting for you at 16175 NE Major Lane in Yamhill, Oregon.
May 19
The Home You've Been Waiting to Find: 1760 NW Francis Drive, McMinnville
You know that feeling when you walk into a home and just exhale? 1760 NW Francis Drive in McMinnville's Michelbook Meadows neighborhood is exactly that, primarily one-level living, a layout that just works, a backyard that's already done, and a neighborhood worth staying in for a long time.
May 15
Escape the Ordinary: 15000 NW Blacktail Lane, a Country Retreat in McMinnville
Some homes check the boxes. This one redefines them. Set on 3 private acres in the heart of Yamhill County, this 4-bedroom, 4,414 sq ft craftsman offers custom finishes, move-in condition, and a backyard with actual waterfalls, all within minutes of McMinnville. If you've been waiting for the one, $1,425,000 might be the easiest decision you'll make all year.
May 15
Build a Custom Home with Stone Creek Building on Over 41 Acres Off Skyline Blvd
A rare shovel-ready opportunity just off Skyline Boulevard is now even more compelling, over 40 acres of timberland, county-approved custom home plans by Stone Creek Building, and all major infrastructure already in place. Here's everything you need to know about building your dream home on one of NW Portland's most extraordinary pieces of land.
May 14
April 2026 Market Action Report: Portland Metro and Yamhill, Polk and Marion Counties
Spring delivered in April. Closings across Portland Metro jumped 7.1% over last year, market time dropped sharply, and prices are holding steady, while Polk and Marion Counties posted a 22% surge in closed sales with real appreciation on the rolling data. Here's what the April 2026 RMLS numbers mean for buyers and sellers in our market.
May 13
One Level, Four Bedrooms, and a Great Deck: This Is 787 SW Alder in Dundee
Single-level living in the heart of Oregon Wine Country. 787 SW Alder Street in Dundee offers four bedrooms, valley views, a low-maintenance deck built for real life, and some of the Willamette Valley's best wineries and restaurants just minutes away. This one earns its spot on your list.
May 12
People Really Love This House! 1279 SW Russ Lane in McMinnville OR
A lovingly cared-for two-story home in southwest McMinnville with a stunning garden, spacious layout, and a primary suite worth bragging about. Come see it.
May 4
SOLD | Granary District Business Opportunity at 840 NE Lafayette Avenue in McMinnville
There's something special about a home that has stood the test of time. 840 NE Lafayette Ave in McMinnville, Oregon is now on the market, a character-filled, historic two-story home built in 1890, nestled in the heart of one of the Pacific Northwest's most beloved cities. Contact Joni McCreith and the McCreith Team to learn more about this offering.
Apr 14
170 SW Eckman Street: Earth Advantage Gold Certified Home in McMinnville
Some homes are built to look good. This one was built to be good, right down to the walls. 170 SW Eckman Street is a single-owner, custom-built home in one of McMinnville's most walkable neighborhoods, certified Earth Advantage Gold and constructed with ICF concrete walls, radiant floor heating, and the kind of craftsmanship that's genuinely rare in a residential listing.
Apr 13
March 2026 Market Action Report: Portland Metro and Yamhill, Polk, and Marion
Spring has arrived, and the market is waking up. March 2026 brought more listings, stronger buyer activity, and steady pricing across both Portland Metro and Polk & Marion Counties. Inventory remains balanced, giving sellers opportunity and buyers more breathing room than in recent years. Here’s what the latest numbers show and how to use them if you’re planning your next move.
Apr 10
March Events in Yamhill County and Portland Metro
From tulip fields to cherry blossoms, jazz stages to egg hunts, here's the events we are highlighting this month from Portland and Yamhill County. So many fun things to do!
Mar 11
February 2026 Market Action Report: Portland Metro and Yamhill, Polk, and Marion Counties
As we look back at the month of February in today's blog post, I'm reminded that no single month defines the year. Patterns do emerge year over year, and they are fairly consistent and predictable (see those graphs in the attached report). We like that! But no one can predict the future perfectly. Here's what the numbers tell us this month.
Mar 6
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