Clackamas Property Management
Let Us Manage Your Clackamas Rental Property
Overview
It is our desire as professional Clackamas 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 Clackamas 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 Clackamas County as far South as Canby and as far Southeast as Estacada.
Invest In Clackamas
Clackamas County, Oregon is one of the most strategically positioned rental housing markets in the Portland metropolitan area. Located immediately south and east of Portland, the county spans suburban corridors, established residential cities, and rural communities — creating multiple investment entry points for landlords. For owners seeking Clackamas County property management, the area offers steady tenant demand, commuter accessibility, and diversified housing stock that supports long-term rental performance.
Major population centers within Clackamas County include Oregon City, Milwaukie, Happy Valley, Wilsonville, Lake Oswego, Canby, Sandy, and Estacada. These cities collectively form a primary housing corridor for employees working in healthcare, advanced manufacturing, logistics, public services, and the technology sector across the I-205 and I-5 corridors.
Clackamas County Rental Market Overview
- Metro Region: Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro MSA
- Primary Highways: I-205, I-5, Hwy 99E, Hwy 212, Hwy 224, Hwy 26
- Dominant Property Types: Single-family homes, townhomes, small multifamily (duplex–fourplex), newer suburban subdivisions
- Tenant Base: Commuters, dual-income households, healthcare professionals, logistics workers, public sector employees, remote workers
- Lease Trends: Strong renewal rates driven by school enrollment stability and commute-based housing decisions
Why Investors Target Clackamas County
The Clackamas County rental market benefits from economic diversification and geographic spread. Unlike dense urban cores that rely heavily on one employment sector, this county supports demand from healthcare systems, regional distribution centers, municipal employers, manufacturing hubs, and small business growth. This diversification reduces volatility and supports consistent absorption across rental property types.
- Proximity to Portland job centers without Portland density pricing
- Lower regulatory complexity compared to the City of Portland rental overlays
- Strong owner-occupant presence stabilizing neighborhood values
- Balanced mix of suburban and semi-rural housing inventory
- Historical appreciation trends aligned with Portland metro expansion
Submarket Characteristics Within Clackamas County
Each city within Clackamas County functions as a micro-market:
- Happy Valley: Newer construction, higher-income tenant pool, strong school-driven demand
- Oregon City: Historic core, growing residential expansion, access to Hwy 213
- Milwaukie: Light rail access to Portland, mixed-density housing
- Wilsonville: Tech and manufacturing corridor along I-5
- Canby & Sandy: Lower-density suburban markets with long-term renters
Economic & Infrastructure Drivers
Clackamas County sits at the crossroads of regional transportation routes connecting Portland to Salem and Central Oregon. Industrial corridors along I-205 and I-5 support warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing employment. Healthcare systems, educational institutions, and municipal services further anchor long-term housing demand.
Lifestyle access also contributes to rental stability. Residents benefit from:
- Mount Hood National Forest recreation
- Clackamas River and Willamette River access
- Regional retail centers and business parks
- Suburban school districts with consistent enrollment patterns
Clackamas County Property Management Considerations
Rental property owners in Clackamas County operate under Oregon statewide landlord-tenant regulations, with fewer municipal overlays than the City of Portland. Effective property management in Clackamas County requires localized rent positioning by city, preventative maintenance planning due to Pacific Northwest weather exposure, and proactive tenant screening to maintain renewal rates.
Investors pursuing buy-and-hold strategies often favor Clackamas County for its combination of commuter demand, relative regulatory stability, diversified employment drivers, and multi-city investment flexibility. With professional Clackamas County property management, landlords can optimize occupancy, reduce turnover costs, and protect long-term asset appreciation across multiple submarkets.