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4 Things Locals Hate About Living In Beaverton

Michael MashburnAugust 17, 2026August 21, 202609 mins

Beaverton occupies a comfortable middle ground in the Portland area. It is quieter than the city, livelier than its strip malls suggest and close enough to Portland that residents can enjoy an evening there without living in the middle of it. “I love suburban life, and I love being close to the city,” one resident…

Oregon’s Most Expensive Listing Is $54M — And It Comes With Its Own Church

Michael MashburnApril 23, 2026April 23, 202603 mins

A sprawling Central Oregon ranch listed for $54 million is currently the state’s most expensive home on the market—and it’s not even close. Located in the Jefferson County city of Madras, the property stretches across tens of thousands of acres, blending luxury living with a full-scale working cattle operation. Quick Snapshot First Impression This isn’t…