Clackamas Property Management
Let Us Manage Your Clackamas Rental Property
Overview
It is our desire as professional Boring property managers to make your investment as profitable as possible and to protect your pride of ownership.
We would consider it an honor to be given the opportunity to discuss our services in detail with you, and show you how your property will be managed by Kerr Properties, Inc.
Our staff is knowledgeable in property values, local neighborhoods, and rental markets to advise you on appropriate rental fees for your property. We are thoroughly trained in the inspection of every kind of investment property, from single family homes and condominiums to small plexes.
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Our Services
As Your Boring Property Manager, We Do More Than Find Great Residents!
Additional Services
Flexible Solutions to Meet Your Needs
Tenant Locating Service
Let us do all the work in finding a new tenant for you - you manage the property until you are ready for complete professional property management services.
- Marketing – Internet ads, video tours, yard sign, etc.
- Showing your Real Estate Investment to prospective tenants.
- Obtain completed applications from all prospective tenants over the age of 18.
- Tenant background check including rental / home ownership verification, credit, criminal and eviction history and income verification.
- Prep and sign rental agreement and addendum with tenants.
- Complete a property condition report.
- Collect first months rent and security deposit.
Resident Onboarding
For property owners that have current occupants in their Real Estate investment property, we will get an updated rental agreement and addendums signed by the occupants on your behalf. Or, if you have found the perfect occupants, but have yet to move them in, we will complete the move in property condition report on your behalf. We will also prep the rental agreement and addendums and get all of the paperwork signed by the prospective occupants. Once this work is completed we will turn all of the paperwork over to you, the property owner, at which time you would then collect the rent, deposits, etc. and give the tenants their copies of all signed paperwork.
get startedFrequently Asked Questions
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Are you licensed?
Yes, we currently have one licensee at Kerr Properties, Inc. The State of Oregon requires a minimum of one licensee per property management firm. -
Can you put the money directly into my account?
Yes, Kerr Properties, Inc. can do an ACH payment (direct deposit) into a bank account of your choosing and we have a specific addendum to authorize the monetary transfers. -
How is rent collection handled?
Rent is always due on the first of each month and tenants have the option to pay with personal funds (check or online), money order's, cashier's checks, bank checks and credit / debit cards. Checks, money orders, etc. can either be mailed to and / or dropped off at our physical address of 13255 SE 130th Ave. Ste 700 Happy Valley, OR. 97015. -
How long of a lease do you sign?
Kerr Properties, Inc.’s leases range anywhere from 12 to 18 months. This all depends on the time of year the lease will end as we want all leases ending in the Spring / Summer season. This way if a tenant chooses to vacate we end up with a vacancy during the best time of year to try and re-rent the unit. -
What type of properties do you manage?
We specialize in the professional management of single family homes and small multiplexes in Multnomah County from Gresham to Troutdale and in Boring County as far South as Canby and as far Southeast as Estacada.
Invest In Boring
Boring, Oregon is a rural residential community in eastern Clackamas County located along the Highway 26 corridor between Gresham and Sandy. Positioned at the gateway to Mount Hood recreation areas, Boring offers acreage properties, custom homes, small farms, and equestrian estates that appeal to renters seeking space, privacy, and access to the outdoors. For real estate investors, the Boring, OR rental market represents a low-density alternative to suburban Portland — driven by lifestyle demand rather than high-rise development.
While Boring maintains its rural character, it remains within commuting distance of major employment centers in Gresham, Happy Valley, Clackamas, Oregon City, and downtown Portland. This balance between accessibility and privacy supports consistent demand for single-family rental homes, especially properties with land, workshops, RV storage, or agricultural zoning.
Boring, Oregon Real Estate & Rental Market Overview
- County: Clackamas County, Oregon
- Location: Along Hwy 26, east of Gresham and west of Sandy
- Property Types: Single-family homes, acreage estates, hobby farms, manufactured homes on land
- Lot Sizes: Frequently 1–5+ acres
- Tenant Profile: Long-term renters, families, trades professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers
- Investment Focus: Long-term hold properties, rural residential leasing, build-to-rent on larger lots
Why Investors Consider Boring, OR
The Boring housing market is characterized by limited inventory and minimal large-scale development, which helps stabilize property values. Unlike dense suburban neighborhoods, most properties are detached homes with private wells, septic systems, outbuildings, and flexible-use land. These features create strong demand among renters relocating from Portland or Gresham who want more space without leaving the metro region entirely.
- Lower housing density than suburban Portland markets
- Proximity to Mount Hood recreation and the Columbia River Gorge
- Access to regional employers via Hwy 26 and I-205
- Appeal to tenants seeking acreage, privacy, and rural zoning flexibility
- Strong long-term appreciation trends across Clackamas County
Economic & Lifestyle Drivers
Boring benefits from its position within the greater Portland metropolitan area while maintaining an agricultural identity. The surrounding region supports employment in healthcare, logistics, manufacturing, construction, and public services. Additionally, the growth of remote and hybrid work has increased interest in rural communities where residents can maintain professional careers while enjoying larger homesites.
Outdoor recreation is a significant lifestyle draw. Residents enjoy convenient access to:
- Mount Hood National Forest
- Hiking and biking trails along the Springwater Corridor
- Local farms, nurseries, and seasonal markets
- Boating and fishing along the Clackamas River
Boring Property Management Considerations
Managing rental homes in Boring, Oregon requires familiarity with rural infrastructure, including septic systems, private wells, acreage maintenance, and outbuilding oversight. Lease agreements must account for land use, equipment storage, fencing responsibilities, and access easements. Professional Boring property management ensures compliance with Oregon landlord-tenant laws while protecting high-value rural assets.
For investors seeking exposure to the Clackamas County rental market, Boring offers a distinctive niche: larger properties, long-term tenants, and demand driven by lifestyle and land ownership preferences rather than dense development cycles. This makes it an attractive option for strategic buy-and-hold investors focused on stability and tenant longevity.