When Patience Pays Off in Portland Real Estate

“How long should we wait?” That’s the question our clients asked after losing their third offer in Southeast Portland.

They’d been searching for months—touring every weekend, writing strong offers, and staying hopeful even as the market moved fast. Each “no” was a small heartbreak. We could’ve pushed them to raise their bids or rush the process, but something in our gut said: wait. The right home would meet them halfway.

Then one quiet Wednesday, a listing popped up in the Mt. Tabor area—nothing flashy, just solid bones, a sunny backyard, and a seller who cared more about a good handoff than top dollar. We toured that same day. By evening, our clients were under contract. The next morning, they called and said, “It feels like this one was waiting for us.”

Looking back, this wasn’t a story about luck—it was about patience and trust. They trusted the process, and we trusted that the right fit is worth waiting for. In a Portland real estate market that often rewards speed, this reminded us that timing still matters more than timing it right.

Patience doesn’t mean doing nothing—it means doing the right things, consistently, while waiting for the right door to open. And when it does, it usually feels exactly like home.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in the Portland area, we’d love to be part of your story.