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 yellow home at 850 SE Naomi Way with an attached two-car garage, shuttered front window, wide concrete driveway, and landscaped shrubs framed by tall evergreen trees.

Single-Level Living Along the Yamhill River: This Is 850 SE Naomi Way in McMinnville

This single-level McMinnville home offers an updated kitchen, all-new flooring, and a private deck, all on a half-acre lot that backs to the Yamhill River. Minutes from town, but a world away when you want it to be.

Sep 23

September 2026 Market Action Report: Portland Metro and Yamhill, Polk and Marion Counties

Fall is here and the August numbers are in. Portland Metro homes sold five days faster than last August, the year-to-date picture remains positive, and Polk and Marion Counties posted their highest average sale price of the year at $507,000— up 9.7%. Here is what the August 2026 RMLS data means for buyers and sellers heading into fall.

Sep 10

Exterior front view of a light blue manufactured home in an Oregon 55+ style community, with white trim, a bay window, mature rose garden, and a wrought-iron arbor gate leading to the entrance.

Spacious, Updated, and Ready to Go: This Is 301 E Columbia #75 Newberg, OR 97132

Move-in ready in the heart of Newberg wine country. 301 E Columbia #75 Street offers four generous bedrooms plus a bonus area, fresh interior paint, and updated baths, with the big-ticket items already handled: newer roof, windows, furnace, and A/C. Add a fenced yard and a price that's hard to beat, and this one won't sit long.

Aug 21

August 2026 Market Action Report: Portland Metro and Yamhill, Polk and Marion Counties

July brought steady results across both markets, closed sales in Portland Metro climbed 8.1% over last year with the fastest market time of 2026, while Polk and Marion Counties posted the strongest rolling price appreciation of the year at 2.4%. Here is what the July 2026 RMLS numbers mean for buyers and sellers heading into fall.

Aug 11

The living room, dining area, and kitchen connect seamlessly, with an updated staircase and oak floors carrying the warmth throughout.

SOLD | Cute as a Button on a Large Corner Lot: 1642 SW Tamarack St. McMinnville, OR

Charming and move-in ready, 1642 SW Tamarack St sits on a large corner lot in McMinnville with updated white oak floors, a cozy wood stove, and a yard made for slow afternoons.

Jul 15

How Many Homes Built in 1914 Look This Good? 813 SE Davis St. in McMinnville, Oregon

A 1914 McMinnville craftsman with Cozine Creek frontage, half an acre to spread out on, and character you simply can't manufacture, original oak and fir floors, a fully updated kitchen, and a front porch built for slowing down. 813 SE Davis St just hit the market, and it won't stay there long.

Jul 10

SOLD | Move-In Ready & Completely Refreshed Home at 2883 NW 2nd St. McMinnville, OR

A completely refreshed 2014 build in NW McMinnville: new floors, new carpet, fresh paint inside and out, granite counters, pre-inspection done and repairs made. Four bedrooms, 2.1 baths, a fenced backyard, and a location that puts you close to the best of what McMinnville has to offer. This one is move-in ready and genuinely in great shape.

Jul 10

Brick exterior entrance of a commercial office building at 349 SE Baker Street in McMinnville, Oregon, featuring large windows, a covered entryway, and mature landscaping under a clear blue sky.

A Commercial Opportunity in the Heart of McMinnville's Medical Corridor

McMinnville isn't standing still, and neither is the demand for quality commercial space in Yamhill County. 349 SE Baker Street is a 1,430 sq ft C-3 commercial building in one of the city's most recognized professional corridors, and it's available right now. Here's why the right buyer shouldn't wait.

Jun 24

Home at 6620 Gold Creek Road, Willamina, OR, with brown shingle and stone exterior, attached two-car garage, covered front porch, and gravel driveway, surrounded by green lawn and forested hillside, with a green metal shop building, RV parked under a carport, and a second detached garage on the property.

SOLD | Peaceful Living Along Gold Creek: 6620 Gold Crk Road in Willamina will Surprise You!

Tucked into the timber hills outside Willamina, this 2016-built home sits on 6.71 acres with a standout $50K outdoor kitchen and serious privacy. Here's what makes 6620 Gold Creek Road worth a closer look, and why we don't think it will stay on the market long.

Jun 19

Single-level ranch home at 127 NW 19th St McMinnville Oregon, light blue siding, attached two-car garage, mature shade trees, and lush green front lawn on a sunny day.

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.

Jun 10

Single-story duplex with cream lap siding, covered front porch with shade sail, large picture windows, raised garden beds, decorative shrubs, and chain-link fencing in Lafayette, Oregon under a bright blue sky.

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

Stone patio, landscape lighting, water feature, and Hess Creek just beyond the trees.

SOLD | 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

A large white two-story farmhouse-style home with dormer windows, a covered front porch, and a gray shingled roof sits on a landscaped lawn surrounded by tall evergreen trees under a bright blue sky.

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

Custom craftsman home on 3 private acres in Yamhill County, Oregon, with stone accents, covered patio, and sweeping Willamette Valley views.

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

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

Two-story traditional home at 1279 SW Russ Ln McMinnville Oregon surrounded by lush established garden with colorful blooms in the front yard.

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

Classic Brick Ranch-Style Home in McMinnville: 1749 NE Orchard Ave.

Nestled in one of Oregon's most celebrated small towns, this charming 2,264 sq ft McMinnville home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and community with a gorgeous fenced backyard, gas fireplace, and rare 3-4 car garage. And that's just the beginning.

Mar 4

The Community Corner: February 2026 Happenings from Yamhill County to Portland, Oregon

February might be short, but it’s packed with big energy across Portland and Yamhill County. From the Year of the Fire Horse and glowing winter art to grilled cheese for a good cause, Dumpling Week, and Zwickelmania, here’s your guide to what’s happening around the region this month.

Feb 18

The McCreith Team

Bella Casa Real Estate Group