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Relocation
You're moving from another state, you may not have a moving date yet, and you need someone local to translate how this market works. That's most of my business.
How I help relocating buyersKD Group | Kerrie Doerr | eXp Realty
Moving to Portland?I'll be your eyes on the ground.
I'm Kerrie Doerr, a Portland real estate broker who helps families relocate here, especially to the inner eastside. I tour the homes you can't fly out to see, tell you what the listing photos leave out, and manage the purchase from inspection to keys while you're still packing up your old life.
“We bought our house in Gresham with KD's help; probably 85% virtually!... a sure, confident hand in the home buying transaction.”
hi, I'm Kerrie
A quick hello
I moved my own family to Portland about two years ago, with three kids under four and a homemade spreadsheet of daycares and schools. So I know what it's like to choose a neighborhood from a thousand miles away and hope you got it right. Before real estate, I spent 15 years in enterprise tech sales running complex deals, and I have an MBA in finance. Now I put both to work for families making the same move I made.
Top 8% of Portland agents
As of October 2026
80% of my business
is relocation focused
I live in Grant Park
on the inner eastside
Top 8%: Portland RMLS stats, as of October 2026. Relocation share: based on all client history.
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I make videos about Portland neighborhoods and the questions relocating buyers actually ask.
5 HUGE Changes Coming to Portland in 2026!
6 HUGE Reasons Why People Are Moving to Portland, OR in 2026
The Most UNDERRATED Suburbs Near Portland, Oregon in 2026!
don't just take my word
In their words
Christopher H.
buyer
Because I was moving to Portland, I searched YouTube to see what local realtors had to say, but only Kerrie's information was uniquely detailed and very practical for my situation. We connected over a Zoom call, and she truly listened to what was important to me about this move, and recommended places appropriately. I appreciated how proactive she was during the entire process, and even tough with the seller's agent when she needed to be. I couldn't be happier with my purchase, and I very much value her kindness and professionalism.
Thom C.
buyer
My wife found Kerrie on Instagram while we were planning our move from Phoenix to Portland this spring (2026) and we are very lucky - Kerrie hit it out to the park for us! We had been warned by Kerrie and other locals that the Summer Housing Market in Portland was very competitive and EVERYONE was right - could not believe how many bids we lost initially. Kerrie was precise in her local/market knowledge and warmly analytical in her getting to know us and our tastes & requirements. 10/10 would refer Kerrie to anyone we know looking to buy or sell a home in Portland - and we now consider her a family friend!
Susan H.
buyer
I really can't speak highly enough about our experience working with Kerrie. I was fortunate to find her on Instagram before I knew I was in the market to buy. I appreciated her honest POV about ways that Portland is unique, and how to choose the best fit for location and lifestyle. We have bought and sold a number of houses over the years with various realtors. Kerrie really stands out above the rest. Her expertise and thoughtful guidance throughout the process, responsiveness at every step, and genuine commitment to working for the best outcome for us exceeded all expectations. Should we need a realtor in the future, Kerrie will definitely be our first call. 10 out of 10, no notes.
a real story
What happens when something goes wrong and you're not there?
During an inspection, the inspector ran the bathtub and we heard water running inside the walls. My buyer was out of state. Here's how we handled an active leak, a failed sewer line and two repair negotiations, and still closed on the house they wanted.
Local and relocating buyers: private video tours, an honest take on what listing photos leave out, and someone managing inspection to keys, whether you're across town or across the country.
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Who I help
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Buyers
Local and relocating buyers: private video tours, an honest take on what listing photos leave out, and someone managing inspection to keys, whether you're across town or across the country.
Buying a home in Portland03
Sellers
I price carefully, prepare the house well and keep you informed at every deadline.
Selling your Portland homestart here
Start with the inner eastside
From the Willamette River to 82nd Avenue, the inner eastside is where I live and where I tour most often with clients. My guide covers Grant Park, the neighborhoods around it, what homes cost, the real tradeoffs, and what's happening with schools right now.
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Portland's Inner Eastside: Grant Park and the neighborhoods around it.
Where it is, what homes cost, the real tradeoffs, and what's happening with schools.
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Portland Relocation Guide
I also help buyers in Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, Tigard, Gresham and Happy Valley, and my relocation guide covers 55 areas across the metro with honest tradeoffs.
Open the relocation guidecome say hi
Thinking about a move to Portland?
Book a free 30-minute call. Bring your timeline, your budget and every question you have. Even if you haven't decided on Portland yet, it's not too early.
Prefer email? kerrie@kdrealestatepdx.com
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Latest from the blog
Published October 28, 2026
Gresham vs. Portland for Families: 2026 Prices & Schools
Gresham is cheaper than Portland, but by less than most people expect. What you actually trade for the savings, in 2026 numbers.
Read the postPublished October 27, 2026
Montavilla Portland Neighborhood Guide 2026: Homes, Prices, Schools, and Daily Life
A walkable main street, a year-round farmers market, MAX at 82nd, and a median price below Southeast Portland's. What Montavilla really costs and what living there is like.
Read the postPublished October 25, 2026
Should You Buy a Home in Portland Before You Move?
Yes, you can buy before you move, and the parts that need someone on the ground aren't the parts most people expect. When to buy first, and when to rent instead.
Read the postcome say hi
Thinking about a move to Portland?
Book a free 30-minute call. Bring your timeline, your budget and every question you have. Even if you haven't decided on Portland yet, it's not too early.
Prefer email? kerrie@kdrealestatepdx.com