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Tuesday, February 3, 2026   /   by Nate Brantley

Shawood Homes: The Glades at Green Mountain

Camas Luxury Tour
Come Take a Walk
Inside Shawood with The Humphreys
Experience the "Science of Living Well" at The Glades





Meet Your Guides
"We don't just sell homes; we study them. Shawood represents a leap forward in how homes are engineered in the PNW. Today, we want to take you inside."

 
Jessy & Hayden Humphrey




Stop 1: The Virtual Walkthrough
Get a feel for the flow. Watch our curated tours below.


Full Home Tour




Quick Look: Design



Quick Look: Lifestyle






Stop 2: Inside The Plans
Shawood homes are distinct. Here are the two primary layouts we explore on our tours.



The Kita
Approx. 3,379 SF
Meaning "North," this home is the anchor. It features a dedicated morning kitchen (a "back kitchen" for prep), 5 bedrooms, and a multi-generational layout perfect for guests or extended family.
5 Bed 4.5 Bath Morning Kitchen



The Haku
Approx. 3,197 SF
Meaning "Purity." This plan is all about the "Kokage" ...

  camas, new homes

Sunday, February 1, 2026   /   by Nate Brantley

Where Buyers Are Moving: The 5 Hottest School Zones in SW Washington

Market Intelligence
Top 5 Neighborhoods
By Sales Volume
January 2026 Analysis

Zip codes are too broad. To understand where the buyer demand is concentrating, we analyze the market by Elementary School Boundaries.


#5. Pleasant Valley
Vancouver




Volume
41
Sales


Avg Price
$719k
Move-Up Range


Year Built
2015
Modern Stock



The "New North" Vancouver. Often overlooked in favor of Ridgefield, the Pleasant Valley boundary has quietly become a powerhouse. It offers newer subdivisions with slightly larger lots than you find further south.
View Listings →


#4. Union Ridge
Ridgefield




Volume
43
Sales


Avg Price
$776k
Core Market


Year Built
2018
Established New



The Heart of Ridgefield. Union Ridge encompasses the historic downtown and waterfront. Buyers here look for that "Main Street" lifestyle combined with modern home amenities.
View Listings →


#3. Lacamas Lake
Camas




Volume
47
Sales


Av ...

  camas, clark county, cowlitz county, ridgefield, sw washington

Sunday, February 1, 2026   /   by Nate Brantley

2026 New Construction Trends in SW Washington

Inventory Report • SW Washington
New Construction Hotspots
Q1 2026 Market Analysis
Based on High School Zones (Active & Pending 2024+)

While elementary boundaries define the neighborhood, High School boundaries define the lifestyle. We analyzed the data to find where builders are investing most heavily. These are the 5 major zones driving the new home market right now.

Essential Resource
Relocating to the Area?
Before you dive into specific neighborhoods, get the complete breakdown of taxes, lifestyle, and market trends in our comprehensive relocation guide.
Read The SW Washington Real Estate Guide →


#5. Battle Ground High
North County




New Homes
43
Active


Avg Price
$709k
Accessible


Lifestyle
Space
Larger Lots



The Spacious Suburb. Battle Ground offers what Vancouver often cannot: elbow room. The new construction here tends to feature larger lot sizes and a more relaxed, semi-rural pace, all while maintaining a competitive ...

  camas, clark county, cowlitz county, ridgefield, sw washington, new homes

Sunday, February 1, 2026   /   by Nate Brantley

The Space Race: Top 5 Markets for Acreage in SW Washington

Lifestyle Report • SW Washington
The "Space Race" Report
Finding Acreage in 2026
Market Analysis: Homes on 0.5+ Acres

For many buyers in 2026, the new ultimate luxury isn't a granite countertop—it is privacy. Whether you need room for a shop, an ADU, or just distance from the neighbors, the market for acreage is competitive but distinct. We analyzed active listings with at least a half-acre to find the top 5 zones for "elbow room."

Essential Resource
Buying Land or Acreage?
Rural property comes with unique challenges: septics, wells, and zoning. Get the complete breakdown in our regional guide before you make an offer.
Read The SW Washington Real Estate Guide →


#5. Kelso & Cowlitz
Cowlitz County




Acreage Listings
10
Active


Avg Price
$545k
Best Value


Avg Lot Size
2.1 Ac
True Rural



The Value Frontier. If you are willing to commute 20-30 minutes north, your dollar goes significantly further. Kelso and the surrounding C ...

  camas, clark county, cowlitz county, ridgefield, sw washington, acreage

Sunday, February 1, 2026   /   by Nate Brantley

Oregon Lots & Land Report for February 2026

Land Value Report • Oregon
The Price of Dirt
Oregon's 2026 Acreage Heatmap
Market Analysis: Top 8 Markets by Region

What does $500,000 buy you in Oregon? In Lake Oswego, it might buy you a half-acre garden. In Chiloquin, it buys you a ranch. We analyzed over 1,600 active listings to break down the distinct "Price Per Acre" tiers across the state's most active land markets.

Essential Resource
Buying Land in Oregon?
From coastal timber rights to high-desert water tables, Oregon land laws are complex. Read our full guide on zoning, wells, and land use before you start looking.
Read The Land Buyer's Guide →


1. The Premium Tier
$400k - $900k / Acre




Top Market
Lake Oswego
$959k / Acre


Runner Up
Happy Valley
$450k / Acre


Surprise
Newport
$444k / Acre



Gold Dust. It is no surprise that Lake Oswego tops the list, approaching $1M per acre for buildable lots. The surprise is Newport on the coast, where scarcity of developable ocean-view ...

  acreage, oregon

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Camas, WA 98607
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