Michael Benson
Licensed Realtor in OR & WA
503-329-1579
As a John L. Scott broker, my mission is transactional excellence and client satisfaction. That means I work tirelessly to make your home buying or selling process as efficient, stress-free and lucrative for you as possible.
Meet Michael
With deep roots in the greater Portland and Southwest Washington real estate markets, Michael Benson delivers a client-first approach built on exceptional customer service, strategic negotiation skills, and results-driven representation for both home buyers and home sellers. Licensed in both Oregon and Washington and proudly affiliated with John L. Scott Real Estate, Michael combines industry-leading technology, local market expertise, and personalized guidance to help clients navigate every step of the real estate process with confidence.
Whether you are buying your first home, upgrading to your dream property, relocating, investing, or preparing to sell for top dollar, Michael is committed to creating a smooth, stress-free experience through proactive communication, strong advocacy, and attention to detail. Known for his calm and calculated approach, he provides regular updates, honest advice, and customized marketing and negotiation strategies designed to maximize value and protect his clients’ interests.
Before transitioning into real estate in 2015, Michael spent nearly a decade as a sales manager with U.S. Bank Home Mortgage, giving him extensive knowledge of home financing, underwriting, appraisals, processing, and closing. This unique background allows him to help buyers and sellers better understand the financial side of real estate transactions while anticipating challenges before they arise.
Michael has built a trusted network of licensed and bonded contractors, repair professionals, and specialty service providers throughout Oregon and Washington, offering clients valuable resources long after closing. His dedication to client satisfaction and long-term relationships has earned him a reputation for professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine care.
Specializing in SW WA, Ridgefield, Vancouver, La Center, Camas, Battle Ground, and the greater Portland Metro area and surrounding communities, Michael stays closely connected to hyperlocal market trends, touring homes regularly and monitoring inventory to provide accurate pricing and competitive insights. From historic Craftsman homes and bungalows to luxury estates, acreage properties, equestrian homes, and new construction, he is passionate about helping clients find the right fit for their lifestyle and goals.
As members of the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World network, Michael can also connect clients with trusted real estate professionals across the country and around the globe.
In addition to real estate, Michael and his wife Bianca are the innkeepers of the Allen House Bed and Brunch, a charming Victorian bed and breakfast situated on 10 scenic acres in Ridgefield, Washington. Outside of work, Michael enjoys spending time with family, hiking, fishing, canoeing, scuba diving, gardening, bird watching and exploring the Pacific Northwest outdoors.
If you are considering buying or selling a home in Portland, Vancouver, or Southwest Washington, contact Michael Benson today for a free real estate consultation and discover the difference exceptional service and experienced representation can make.
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Portland
It’s true that Portland has a lot of nicknames: The Rose City. Stumptown. Beervana. River City. Bridgetown. PDX. I think it shows the affection Portlanders have for our city. Portland is in one of the most beautiful spots in the country. We enjoy tons of your round outdoor activities. The Cascade Mountains with their year-round skiing and snowboarding are an hour to the east and the Pacific Ocean is an hour to the west. Willamette Valley Wine Country, which is known for its world class pinot noirs, is a short drive away. But there are plenty of reasons to stay in the city too. Powell's City of Books is an entire city block of literary fare. Forest Park and Mount Tabor are both perfect for a hike or a picnic and you can’t beat the shopping and dining in the Pearl District or the art scene on Alberta and Mississippi Avenues. Our mild climate--with warm dry summers and cool wet winters--has given rise to the farm to table movement in local restaurants. Salmon, pork, and beef all come from local purveyors and they pair with locally grown produce and international flavors to make Portland a foodie's dream city. Portland has one of the lowest crime rates of a major American cities and the cost of living is low compared to other West Coast cities. Homes range from historic mansions in the West Hills and restored bungalows in inner Southeast to highrise condos in the Pearl and downtown and new construction and other up and coming neighborhoods. If you’d like to learn more about Portland let us know. We’d love to show you around and help you find your perfect home.
Reviews
“Michael took his time to make sure that nothing was left undone to list our house, all the way to installing a video camera to prevent repeated break-ins from homeless people. He was methodical on all the repairs, yard work, and upgrades that were required to get the maximum offers from other agents. He did a tremendous job with the staging and Open House. We had over 15 offers on the first weekend alone! I would recommend Michael for all residential transactions. He is the best!”
– chadc70
“We had nothing but a positive experience with Michael! We were moving due to relocating for my husband's job, so, our time to look for houses was extremely limited since it involved traveling. Michael not only worked with our limited time frame, but he often times accommodated really last minute requests. Many of these requests involved him spending his whole weekends with us going from house to house trying to find our perfect home. I am happy to say that we found a home beyond our wildest dreams! His constant communication with us never left us questioning how things were going or where we stood in the process. He set very clear expectations regarding the current housing market which I think ultimately helped us with our winning offer. I cannot say enough good things about Michael and you will NOT go wrong with choosing him as your realtor!”
– user2176393
“Michael is so wonderful to work with. He listened to what we said, and only showed us the properties that would appeal to us. I have say, we’ve had lots of realtors for various moves, NO ONE has treated us so well. I will recommend him with no reservations, I know he will really work with you.”
– lindaxocai
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