Oregon City Townhomes: The Anatomy of "Standard"

When you start comparing new construction townhomes in the Portland metro area, the "sticker price" only tells you half the story. The real question you should be asking is: "What does that price actually include?"

In today’s market, many builders use a "Base Price" to lure people in. But by the time you add the things you actually want—like a fenced yard, air conditioning, or a kitchen that doesn't have laminate countertops—that price has inflated by $30,000 or $40,000.

At Serres Farm, we’ve taken a different approach. Because we are a featured builder on the site of the 2026 NW Natural Street of Dreams® presented by Community Financial Corporation/Banner Bank and Standard TV & Appliance, we wanted to create a "Showcase Standard" for every home we build.

Here is a detailed look at the anatomy of a Forrest Ridge townhome and why these "standard" features matter for your daily life.

1. Space That Doesn't Feel Like a Compromise Most townhomes in Oregon City top out at 1,300 square feet. At Serres Farm, our collection ranges from 1,500 to 1,900 square feet.

That extra 500 square feet is the difference between a "starter home" you’ll outgrow in three years and a "forever home" where you can actually host Thanksgiving. Our 3 to 4 bedroom layouts are designed for real life—whether that means a dedicated home office, a guest room for the grandkids, or a playroom for the kids that isn't in the middle of the kitchen.

2. The Kitchen: The Heart of the Street of Dreams® The kitchen is where most builders cut corners to save on their margins. Not at Serres Farm.

• Quartz Countertops: Every kitchen in our 28-unit collection comes with genuine quartz. It’s durable, non-porous, and looks incredible.
  

• Shaker-Style Cabinetry: We use clean, modern lines that won't go out of style.
  

• Full-Height Backsplash: We don't just do a 4-inch "splash." We tile from the counter to the bottom of the cabinets for a polished, custom look.
  

3. Climate Control for an Oregon Year Let’s be honest: Oregon weather is getting more extreme. We have weeks of 95-degree heat in the summer and damp, freezing stretches in the winter.

• Standard A/C: We include air conditioning in every home. You shouldn't have to suffer through your first summer while you wait for an HVAC contractor to fit you into their schedule for a $10,000 retrofit.
  

• Wide-Plank Laminate Flooring: We use high-end, water-resistant flooring that gives you the warmth of wood but can actually handle wet boots, dog paws, and the reality of PNW moisture.
  

4. The "Invisible" Quality: EnviroDri & Solar-Ready The most important features of a Serres Farm home are the ones you’ll never see.

• EnviroDri: While other builders use "house wrap" (basically a giant plastic bag), we use a liquid-applied moisture barrier. It seals the home’s envelope better, preventing rot and mold before it can ever start.
  

• Solar-Ready: The future of Oregon real estate is renewable. Every home we build is pre-wired for solar panels. When you’re ready to lower your carbon footprint (and your electric bill), the infrastructure is already there.
  

5. Outdoor Living: A Real Yard Most townhomes give you a small balcony or a "shared courtyard." That doesn't work for people with pets or people who want to grill a burger in peace. Our townhomes within the Serres Farm community include private, fenced, and landscaped yards. It’s your space. It’s finished the day you move in. You don't have to spend your first three weekends laying sod or hiring a fence contractor.

The "Semi-Custom" Advantage For buyers who purchase early in the construction phase, we offer something rare in the townhome world: choice. You can sit down with our design team and select your own finishes. You pick the quartz color. You pick the flooring tone. You pick the cabinet finish.

This means your home at Serres Farm won't look like every other house on the block. It will look like yours.

The Value Equation When you add up the "extras" that we include—A/C ($8k), Quartz ($5k), Fenced Yard ($4k), Solar-Ready ($3k), EnviroDri ($3k)—the value proposition of Serres Farm becomes clear. These are features that would cost you $30,000+ at another development.

At prices starting in the low $500s, and with our $25,000 rate buy-down incentive, we are delivering a level of finish that is simply unmatched in the Oregon City market.

Susie Hansen, Premiere Property Group | (503) 680-9748 View Serres Farm Floor Plans