Market Minutes: February 2026

A short update for anyone watching the Lake Oswego and West Linn market as we move through late winter.

Inventory and timing

Late winter is traditionally quiet, and well-located homes that come to market now face less competition than they will in April and May. Sellers who prepare in February and list early often benefit from motivated buyers and a thinner field of comparable listings. If a spring move is on your mind, this is the window to start the preparation work — staging, photography, and any small projects that lift value.

Buyers are deliberate

Buyers remain active but deliberate. They are doing their homework, watching days on market, and walking away from homes that feel overpriced or unprepared. That is not a reason for sellers to worry — it is a reason to be intentional. Homes that are priced to the data and presented well continue to attract committed offers across First Addition, Lake Grove, and the West Linn hillsides.

If you're planning ahead

The best moves start early. Whether you are thinking about this spring or later in the year, an early conversation lets us build a calm, well-paced plan rather than a rushed one. As always, this is guidance, not a sales pitch — reach out whenever the timing is right for you.