Welcome to your property search in Lane County!  As a resident since the late 60's, my in-depth knowledge of local neighborhoods and property values is an asset for people moving in or out of the area.  The cities of Eugene and Springfield are centrally located in the Willamette Valley and have the convenience of both the Oregon Coast and the beautiful Cascade mountain range just an hour away.  With our overall mild climate, great areas for recreation, home of the University of Oregon and Oregon Duck  football team, the area appeals to most visitors.  Commute time to downtown is still only twenty minutes from many outlining areas that are ten to fifteen miles away.  Eugene's LTD Bus Service and numerous bike paths also make Eugene a desirable place for those that prefer commuting without a car.    

As a real estate broker with Barnhart Associates, I understand the difficulties of relocating and transitioning into a new community.  Whether it's a move across town or across the country, I take great pride in smoothing the way.  My honesty, integrity, work ethic and sincere passion help me deliver clients with an unequaled level of service.  Real estate is one of the largest investments most people make in their lifetime and for that reason, I treat the sale and purchase of real estate as a business and personal matter.  My understanding of the details and complexities of the transaction help those that I work with make intelligent and sound decisions.   From the modest home to the luxury estate, no home is too big or too small to get my fullest attention.

The May RMLS Market Report showed comparisons in  market activity in the Greater Lane County area in May 2010 with the same month last year, closed sales rose 29.6%. Pending sales and new listings both decreased 20% and 0.4%, respectively.  When comparing May 2010 with April 2010, closed sales went up 3.2% (320 v. 310). Pending sales fell 45.4% (256 v. 469) and new listings also dropped 24.2% (524 v. 691).  At the month’s rate of sales, the 2,312 active residential properties would last 7.2 months.  Sale prices increased in Lane County during May 2010. The average sale price for May 2010 increased 2.1% compared to May 2009. The median sale price also went up 2.3%. See residential highlights table below.  Month-to-month, when comparing May 2010 to the month prior, April 2010, the average sale price and median sale price both showed increases. The average sale price went up 4.5% ($228,800 v. $218,900) and the median sale price grew a slight 1.8% ($203,500 v. $199,900).

I hope that you find the information, tools, and expert advice on my website helpful in making educated decisions when it 's the right time for you to buy or sell real estate in Lane County.  Learn about first time home buying, investment properties, how to make an offer, types of loans, mortgage rates, relocation assistance, preparing your home for sale, pricing your home properly, area schools, and additional buyer/seller tips.

Thanks for visiting my site and I look forward to hearing from you.