Author: Torri Knight

Discover Mark’s Place: Our Newest Community in Canby, Oregon

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Last summer, we celebrated the grand opening of Mark’s Place, one of our newest communities. Featuring new homes for sale in Canby, Oregon, we wanted to take some time to introduce you to all that Mark’s Place has to offer. Below, you’ll learn about the story behind Mark’s Place, the top-notch setting and amenities that set it apart, and how you can find your place in this beautiful new community. Honoring a Dear Friend’s Legacy We cherish every community we’ve had the fortune to build over the last 40-plus years. But the story behind Mark’s Place holds special meaning for the Pahlisch family. The community is named after Mark Nielsen, a close friend and business partner of Dennis Pahlisch. Dennis…

Pahlisch Homes and MountainStar: Celebrating 10 Years of Partnership

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Since Bev and Dennis Pahlisch broke ground on their first homes in 1983, the Pahlisch family has been committed to investing in the communities they call home. This commitment is exemplified by an incredible 19-year relationship with MountainStar Family Relief Nursery, a nonprofit organization in Central Oregon that provides comprehensive services for distressed families with very young children. After attending the Children’s Expeditionary Luncheon in 2005, Bev and Dennis stepped forward and were among the first major donors to pledge their support for child abuse prevention. This marked the beginning of a long-standing and deeply impactful partnership. In 2014, Pahlisch Homes became an official sponsor of MountainStar and has remained a steadfast partner for the last 10 years.  Today, we’re…

Interview: Designer Andrew Fisher On Mountain Modern Design

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Last summer, we had the joy of sitting down with Andrew Fisher, our Central Oregon Design Specialist, to talk about the coastal design that made the model home in our Easton community such a standout. Today, we’re excited to chat with Andrew again about the mountain modern design aesthetic that inspired our newest model home in our Collier community. Surrounded by beautiful trees in Bend’s prestigious northwest side, Collier is mere minutes away from the plentiful shops, restaurants, and trails of Downtown Bend and the Old Mill District. Below, Andrew shares why he chose a mountain modern design for this home, some of the finishes and features that helped achieve this look, and a few ways you can add mountain…

2024 COBA Tour of Homes with Pahlisch Homes

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Pahlisch Homes is proud to show two homes in the 2024 Central Oregon Builders Association Tour of Homes! See the Pahlisch homes on Tour The Central Oregon Builders Association Tour of Homes spanned from July 14th – 23rd. Pahlisch Homes featured two homes and are excited showcase them below. Petrosa – The Shasta Petrosa is a flagship community by Pahlisch Homes in Northeast Bend. Packed with desirable amenities and a wide range of available home types, Petrosa is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Central Oregon. The Shasta is a large 2,855 sq. ft. two-level home with four bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a den. This home features designer selections that you won’t find in any other…

2024 Mid-Year Housing Market Report

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Last November, we published a housing market report from Chris Kincaid, Senior Director of Sales at Pahlisch Homes. In that post, Chris recapped what happened in the market in 2023 and shared his predictions for 2024. Today, Chris is back with a 2024 mid-year housing market report. Below, he’ll recap the last few quarters, reviewing his previous predictions and sharing what did and did not surprise him about how the market has played out so far this year. Then, Chris will provide his outlook on the second half of 2024 and how trends in the market might impact builders and homebuyers. Q4 2023 & Q1 2024 Housing Market Recap Looking back on the final quarter of 2023 and the first…

Announcing Basecamp at Quail Ridge: State-of-the-Art Community Amenities in Southeast Washington

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Ask Pahlisch homeowners who’ve purchased a home in one of our Southeast Washington neighborhoods, and they’ll tell you — this region is a hidden gem. The Tri-Cities (Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland) are known for their sunny, semi-arid climate and scenic rolling hills dotted with award-winning wineries. In Richland, our Quail Ridge community takes inspiration from the surrounding landscape by offering stunning views and easy access to local shopping and outdoor activities. And with the grand opening of Basecamp in August 2024, it will also boast the largest exclusive amenity site in a residential neighborhood in the Tri-Cities! Read on to get a first look at all of the incredible community amenities coming to Quail Ridge and learn how Basecamp was…

Home Loans 101: Understanding the Basics of Mortgages

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Disclaimer: This article is meant for educational purposes only and is not intended to be construed as financial, tax, or legal advice. Pahlisch Homes always encourages you to reach out to an advisor regarding your own situation.   Promissory notes. Origination fees. Debt-to-income ratios. Dipping your toes into the world of home loans can feel more like diving headfirst into a confusing swirl of technical jargon and complex equations. That can be especially distressing when you’re trying to make such a big decision with so much money at stake. Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or just in need of a refresher, we want you to feel empowered, not overwhelmed. That’s why we partnered with Hixon Lending — our preferred…

2024 Interior Design Trends: Goodbye Gray, Hello Warm Tones

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Thanks to the recent boom of home renovation shows like Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Fixer Upper, homeowners are more plugged into interior design trends than ever before. But figuring out exactly where style preferences are heading can still be tricky. If you’re renovating your current home or looking to purchase something new and you don’t want it to feel immediately out of date, we’re here to help! For this blog post, we connected with Andrew Fisher, our Central Oregon Design Specialist at Pahlisch Homes, to get his expert take on what’s coming this year in interior design. Below, we share his recap of the trends that shaped interior design in 2023, as well as three predictions about where trends might…

20 Years With Pahlisch Homes: Celebrating Three Incredible Employees

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Since it began in 1983, the story of Pahlisch Homes has always been about creating lasting communities that reflect the local cultures and values. This story wouldn’t be possible without the many incredible employees who have been part of the Pahlisch family. Every person on our team works hard each day to build premium homes and design amenity-rich communities that will be enjoyed for generations to come. Today, we’re celebrating the 20-year anniversaries of three beloved Pahlisch employees: David Emmett, Matt Gillette, and Jason Spence. We’re so grateful for these three men’s many contributions to our work and culture over the past two decades. To commemorate these milestones, we interviewed David, Matt, and Jason to hear their reflections on their…

Housing Market Report: Our 2023 Recap and 2024 Forecast

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Is now a good time to buy a home? Should you wait until next year? With rising interest rates and lingering financial impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, answering these questions feels anything but simple. To help provide expert guidance on this complex topic, we invited Chris Kincaid, Senior Director of Sales here at Pahlisch Homes, to share his insights on where the housing market is today and where it might be going. As a principal managing broker and market analyst with 35 years of experience in home building and real estate, Chris is a true thought leader in this space. In this blog post, he’ll look back and offer his 2023 housing market recap; then, he’ll peer into his crystal…