Floating home

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Floating Home Lifestyle

Personally, I love floating homes, but of course I am biased, all water lovers are! Living on a Portland floating home offers an extremely unique lifestyle that combines the tranquility of waterfront living with a vibrant, close-knit community. It’s an experience like no other. Imagine waking up to panoramic water views, kayaking or fishing from your front door, and enjoying the sounds of the river by day and night. While this river lifestyle brings countless rewards, there are also unique considerations to keep in mind. Here’s a quick overview of the pros and cons of floating homes to help you decide if it’s the right fit for you.

Pros of Living on a Floating Home

  • Direct Waterfront Access: Enjoy water activities like boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing right from your doorstep. If you’re a water person like myself, the floating home life is where you want to be!
  • Breathtaking Views: Experience stunning sunrise and sunset views over the water every day.
  • Lower Property Taxes: Floating homes are taxed as personal property, not real property, leading to significantly lower property taxes compared to land-based homes.
  • Tight-Knit Community: Floating home communities are typically close-knit, with a strong sense of camaraderie among neighbors.
  • Immersed in Nature: Living on the river allows you to be as close as you can possibly be to wildlife and enjoy a peaceful environment away from city noise, or at some moorages intertwined in the city on the water!
  • Unique, Customizable Living Spaces: Floating homes offer unique architectural styles and often provide the freedom to personalize your home.

Living on a floating home offers a unique and tranquil lifestyle. You’ll enjoy serene waterfront views, a close connection to nature, and the soothing sound of water around you. Floating homes provide a sense of community with like-minded neighbors while offering a private and peaceful escape from the hustle of city life. Whether you’re seeking adventure or relaxation, floating homes combine modern comfort with a one-of-a-kind living experience!

Cons of Living on a Floating Home

  • Limited Financing Options: Fewer lenders offer loans for floating homes, and mortgage terms differ from land-based properties. Additionally, interest rates may be slightly higher (0.5%-1%) than traditional mortgage rates due to the specialized nature of these loans.
  • Maintenance: Floating homes require additional maintenance to ensure float integrity and address water exposure, which may involve specialized marine contractors
    and flotation installation when needed.
  • Limited Space and Storage: Many floating homes have less storage space than traditional homes, though some slip ownership moorages include garage options.
  • Community Regulations: Most floating home moorages have HOA or marina regulations, background checks, and policies on short-term rentals, which may limit
    flexibility. Additionally, monthly slip fees at some moorages can become costly, depending on amenities and location.
  • Exposure to Elements: Living on the water means exposure to wind, waves, and seasonal conditions, which can add unique challenges. Snow loads, in particular, can
    create issues if your flotation is not up to par, potentially affecting stability and safety.

Embracing the floating home lifestyle means being part of a distinctive environment that offers beauty, peace, and community. For those ready to embrace a more adventurous way of life, it’s an incredibly rewarding choice.

What Our Clients Say

 

Testimonials

Jett was responsive, professional, and easy to work with. He has a solid, skilled team and they all did a fantastic job of creating a beautiful and compelling listing for my floating home. He also has a background in construction and contracting. I would absolutely call upon Jett again with my real estate needs.
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zuser20170629081207357
Jett was the best. He was very responsive and knew his stuff. Highly recommend. Jett showed me some floating homes that were amazing. He has been selling and building floating homes for a very long time and is extremely knowledgeable. My family and I are planning moving to Oregon in the next year or so. Hoping to close a deal with Jett’s help ?? If you’re ever in the Portland area and looking to buy or sell a home give Jett a call!
quinn mcelfresh
quinn mcelfresh
I recently had the pleasure of working with Jett while in search for a home, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! From our first meeting, he displayed a genuine passion and knowledge for this unique niche in real estate. Jett is incredibly knowledgeable about floating homes, guiding me through the specifics and intricacies of the lifestyle. He took the time to understand my preferences and needs, creating a selection of properties that fit my preferences. Jett’s communication was great throughout the process. He was always available to answer my questions, and he provided valuable insights that helped me make informed decisions. He also supported and informed every step of the way. I look forward to working with him in the future.
adrienne78thomas
adrienne78thomas
Jett is awesome and amazing. Didn't work out with our purchase but Jett was able to get us connected to some outstanding properties and negotiated some outstanding prices. His knowledge and connections here in the Northwest are a huge plus! Highly recommend working with Jett!
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