We Buy Houses in Portland, Oregon:
Any Condition, Any Neighborhood
Nick buys homes all across Portland for cash. Get a fair written offer within 24 hours and close on the date you choose.
A Local Portland Buyer Who Answers His Own Phone
We buy houses in Portland, Oregon, for cash, in the condition they're in. Sell My House Fast Portland is owned by Nick Hooyman, and when you call (503) 850-2565, Nick is the one who answers. There are plenty of cash home buyers in Portland. What you get here is one local person you can talk to from the first call to closing day.
Most people who call Nick have a reason a regular sale doesn't fit. Some own an older house that needs more work than they want to take on. Some inherited a home and live out of state, or don't want to spend months clearing it out. Some are tired landlords who are ready to be done with tenants and repairs. Others need to move fast for a new job, a divorce, or because they've fallen behind on payments.
If that sounds like you, the next step is simple. Tell us about the house, and you'll get a fair written cash offer within 24 hours. You can read how our process works step by step, or learn more about Nick first.
Portland's Older Homes Come With Problems Traditional Buyers Avoid
A lot of Portland's houses were built many decades ago. Craftsman bungalows, Old Portland foursquares, and mid-century ranches line the streets in almost every part of town. These homes have character, but age brings problems that can stall a regular sale.
Here are the issues we see most often:
Old heating oil tanks. Many older Portland homes were once heated with oil, and some still have a tank buried in the yard. A buyer's lender or inspector will often want the tank found, tested, or dealt with before closing.
Knob-and-tube wiring. Some older homes still have this early style of wiring. Some insurers and lenders balk at it, which can scare off buyers.
Original sewer lines. Old clay or cast-iron sewer lines can crack, sag, or fill with tree roots. A sewer scope during the buyer's inspection can turn up problems that end a deal.
Foundation settling. Cracks, sloping floors, and doors that stick can worry buyers, even when the cause turns out to be simple.
Lead paint. Homes built before 1978 may have lead-based paint, which many buyers, especially families with young kids, want to avoid.
Unpermitted basement or attic rooms. Living space added without permits can cause trouble with appraisals, inspections, and lenders.
We buy houses with all of these issues, as-is. You don't need to fix, test, or remove anything first. We look at the house, factor its condition into our offer, and take it from there. If you want to sell your house as-is in Portland, this is exactly what we do.
What Listing a House in Portland Involves
Listing with an agent can be the right choice for some people, especially when the house is in good shape and there's no rush. But it helps to know what's involved before you decide.
To get a house ready to list, most sellers make repairs, clean, and often stage the home. Then come photos, showings, and open houses, with strangers walking through your home. Once a buyer makes an offer, they usually hire an inspector, and that often leads to a list of repair requests. If the buyer is getting a loan, the lender orders an appraisal, and if it comes in low, the price may have to drop. Until closing day, there's always a chance the buyer's financing falls through and you start over.
Portland also has its own steps for sellers who list. For example, most homes publicly advertised for sale in the city need a Home Energy Score, and the score has to appear in the listing.
When you sell to us, there are no showings, no repair requests, and no buyer loan to wait on. We'll talk through what applies to your situation so you know what to expect. You can also read how our cash offers are calculated.
Selling a Portland Rental, Tenants and All
Being a landlord in Portland can wear you down. Repairs, turnover, late rent, and keeping up with the rules all add up. If you're ready to be done, you may not have to wait for the property to be empty to sell it.
We can buy rental properties with tenants still living in them. That means you don't have to wait for a unit to turn over, or fix it up between renters, before you sell.
Portland has detailed renter protection rules, and ending a tenancy so you can sell to a regular buyer can take time and money. Selling with tenants in place can let you skip some of that process. Every situation is different, so for anything specific about your leases or your tenants' rights, we recommend talking to a landlord-tenant attorney.
Tell us about the property, the leases, and the rents, and we'll make an offer that takes it all into account.
Inherited a House in Portland?
Inheriting a house often comes at a hard time. On top of the loss, you may be facing a house full of belongings, repairs nobody has made in years, and bills that keep coming.
Inherited homes in Multnomah County often go through probate before they can be sold. We can work with the personal representative of the estate and their attorney, and plan the sale around the timeline of the case. We buy inherited homes as-is, so there's no need to fix anything or clear the house out. The family can take what matters to them and leave the rest behind.
Nick went to law school and later earned a Master of Laws in tax, and that background helps him stay calm and clear in complicated situations like estates. He can't give you legal advice, and he doesn't replace your attorney. What he can do is explain how a sale to us would work, step by step, so you can make a good decision with your family and your lawyer.
If you need to sell an inherited house in Portland, give Nick a call.
Neighborhoods & Areas We Buy In
North
St. Johns
Home of the St. Johns Bridge, on the North Portland peninsula.
Kenton
Known for its historic main street on N Denver Avenue and the Paul Bunyan statue.
Arbor Lodge
North Portland neighborhood along N Interstate Avenue and the MAX Yellow Line.
Portsmouth
On the North Portland peninsula, near the University of Portland.
Northeast
Alberta Arts
Centered on NE Alberta Street, with its shops, galleries, and Last Thursday art walk.
Cully
A large Northeast neighborhood with many bigger lots.
Hollywood
Named for the Hollywood Theatre on NE Sandy Boulevard.
Parkrose
Outer Northeast neighborhood near the airport and I-205.
Woodlawn
Around Woodlawn Park and the small business district on NE Dekum Street.
Southeast
Sellwood-Moreland
Along the Willamette River, known for antique shops and the Sellwood Bridge.
Montavilla
Centered on SE Stark Street near Mt. Tabor, home of the Academy Theater.
Lents
Outer Southeast neighborhood along I-205 and Johnson Creek.
Foster-Powell
Bordered by SE Foster Road, SE Powell Boulevard, and 82nd Avenue.
Brentwood-Darlington
Far Southeast neighborhood along SE Johnson Creek Boulevard.
Richmond
Home to the shops and restaurants along SE Division Street.
East Portland
Hazelwood
East of I-205, including the Gateway area.
Powellhurst-Gilbert
Large East Portland neighborhood around SE Powell Boulevard and 122nd Avenue.
Mill Park
East Portland neighborhood near SE Division Street and 122nd Avenue.
Northwest
Northwest District
Around NW 21st and NW 23rd Avenues, with many older homes and apartments.
Linnton
Along Highway 30, between the Willamette River and Forest Park.
Southwest & South
Multnomah Village
Small business district on SW Capitol Highway, with older homes nearby.
Hillsdale
Built around the Hillsdale business district on SW Capitol Highway.
South Portland
Just south of downtown, including Lair Hill and Johns Landing.
Don't see your neighborhood? We buy everywhere in Portland. We also buy nearby in West Linn, Oregon City, and Canby.
Sell in 3 Simple Steps
Tell Us About Your Home
Fill out our quick form or call us. Takes less than 5 minutes and there's zero obligation to proceed.
Receive Your Cash Offer
Within 24 hours you get a fair written cash offer. We walk you through every number — no surprises, ever.
Pick Your Closing Date
Accept and choose when to close. In many cases as fast as 7 days, or whenever works best for your situation.
Traditional Sale vs. Sell My House Fast
When you list with an agent you're at the mercy of the market. When you sell to us, you're in complete control.
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Meet Nick Hooyman
I'm Nick Hooyman, and I own Sell My House Fast Portland. I've worked in real estate since 2005 — first as a mortgage broker, then as a licensed agent, and now as a full-time investor. Every closing goes through a licensed Oregon title company, and a mobile notary can come to you.
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Real Results.
I needed to sell my house fast and needed help. I honestly didn't even know I could sell my house in SW Portland without an agent but these people made it so easy that I'm now questioning why anyone would pay tens of thousands of dollars to use an agent. Very impressed. Would highly recommend working with Nick and his team if you needed to sell your house fast.
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