What’s Your Portland Home Actually Worth Right Now?
Not a Zillow guess. Not a neighbor’s opinion. Not what a home like yours sold for six months ago. But a real market assessment based on what buyers are paying today.
If you’ve been in your home for 15+ years, the number might surprise you—in either direction. Let’s find out together.
Why Accurate Matters More Than Fast
You can get a Zillow estimate in five seconds … but Zillow’s own data shows their estimates for homes not currently listed can be off by 7% or more. On a $500,000 home, that’s a $35,000 swing in either direction. And about 1 in 5 homes are off by 20% or more.
The algorithm doesn’t know what you’ve updated, what condition your home is in, or whether your street is more desirable than the one around the corner. It can’t tell you what a buyer would actually pay in today’s market.
What matters most—whether you’re just starting to think about a move or getting ready to list—is to start with a realistic number. Here’s what that looks like:
What a Personalized Home Valuation Looks Like
A realistic value range — Based on what similar homes have actually sold for in your neighborhood, not what sellers are hoping to get.
An understanding of where your home stands — How your home compares to what’s currently on the market, and what’s working for or against you.
Clarity on what comes next — Whether you’re ready to move forward or just exploring, you’ll know your options.
The result is a range, not a magic number. The market ultimately decides based on what buyers are willing to pay—but you’ll have a realistic foundation to plan from. No surprises. No guessing. Just a number you can trust.
See how I help homeowners plan ahead with confidence.
Your Boomer Broker
James Bradley
If you’re just beginning to think about a move, it might feel like you need more time before taking any action. What I’ve found is that homeowners who start planning early—even if they’re not moving for a year or two—feel much more confident when they’re ready to make their move.
Getting a clear picture of your home’s current value gives you the foundation to start exploring what your next move could look like. When you do decide you’re ready—whether that’s next month or next year—you’ll already know what’s possible.