You can find higher ROI (on paper) here and probably in other cities…but the probability of actually collecting rent significantly decreases.

This continues the stable pricing pattern we’ve seen for some time now without any substantial swings up or down.Total closed sales in the metro fell 9.3%, with the city itself seeing a 8.9% decrease in closed sales.

I have read that refinancing also costs money and of course rate growth/decrease is unknown. 

Rental market summaryThe average rent for 2 bedroom properties in (Town) is $2,350.Above the chart: In the last year rent has decreased by $150 And the graph shows 2800 now compare to 2550 last year.All info is for 2bedroom 1 bath apartments in the same town.

This trend is being reinforced by price per sqft hitting another record high and days on market decreasing again for another straight month.

You can find higher ROI (on paper) here and probably in other cities…but the probability of actually collecting rent significantly decreases.

(Extra credit) - you could consider an interest-only ARM loan to decrease your monthly cash flow OUT because you aren't paying the equity portion.

In March 2025 (the most recent full month available), just under 515 homes were sold in Multnomah County—a slight decrease from the 533 homes sold in February.

Does anyone know of a lender that will allow one closing to decrease fees?

Evaluate historical and current vacancy rates, aiming for decreasing trends.Demographics: For younger populations, focus on proximity to parks and schools.