The Place Portland Team

Meet the Team

Hi! We're Amy Walsh and Ben Droukas. We're a husband-and-wife real estate team helping people buy, sell, relocate and invest throughout Portland Metro, Salem and Southwest Washington.

We've been in real estate since 2015 and 2004, respectively, and we bring two pretty different perspectives to the table. Our clients get two experienced brokers, two sets of eyes and more availability throughout the process — without getting passed around a big team. We both stay involved in the strategy, touring and problem-solving, while keeping communication clear and the experience personal.

We're also proof that two Realtors can walk through the same house and notice completely different things — which turns out to be pretty useful for our clients.

Our job is to give you the information and advice we'd want if it were our own money on the line. Sometimes that means figuring out how to make something work. Sometimes it means telling you not to buy the house. Either way, the goal isn't simply to get you to closing. It's to help you make a real estate decision you'll still feel good about years from now.

Amy Walsh-Droukas smiling in a black blazer against a dark background.

Meet Amy Walsh-Droukas

Hello! I'm Amy. I'm a Principal Broker in Oregon and Broker in Washington, and I've been helping people buy and sell real estate since 2015.

I love real estate, but probably not for the reason you'd expect. I'm fascinated by the strategy of it — why one house gets five offers while another sits, how buyer psychology affects value, why neighborhoods can feel completely different five blocks apart, and how to make really big financial decisions feel a whole lot less overwhelming.

I'm an advisor first. I'll tell you what I think, even when it's not necessarily what you were hoping I'd say. There are times when the best advice I can give a buyer is don't buy this house, or tell a seller that the market simply doesn't support the number they had in mind. I take the responsibility of advising people about their homes and their money seriously, and I want my clients to understand the why behind the decisions we make together.

A significant part of my business comes from repeat clients, referrals and people relocating to the Pacific Northwest. I'm a California native myself, but Oregon has been home for nearly 20 years. I know firsthand what it's like to move here, figure out the differences between the cities and neighborhoods, and eventually become one of those people who can't imagine living anywhere else.

I'm also deeply involved in real estate beyond my own transactions. I currently serve as President-Elect of the Portland Metropolitan Association of REALTORS® (PMAR), where I'll serve as President in 2027, and on the Oregon REALTORS® Board of Directors. I've spent years volunteering with Portland Housing Center, am a Homes for Heroes designated agent, and have been involved in REALTOR® leadership and advocacy at the local, state and national levels. I genuinely care about homeownership, housing policy and the future of our industry.

And then there's Ben. We're married, we work together, and somehow we still like each other. He sees things I don't, I see things he doesn't, and our clients get the benefit of both perspectives throughout the process. Outside of work, I'm a wife and stepmom to three kids, dog mom to Honey and Sage, and a big fan of good food, travel and everything the Pacific Northwest has to offer. I take the work seriously without taking myself too seriously.

Amy Walsh-Droukas

Principal Broker in Oregon | Broker in Washington
PHONE
(408) 761-0036
EMAIL
[email protected]
LICENSE NUMBER
201216055 OR | 135022 WA
ADDRESS
919 NE 19th Ave Ste 100, Portland, OR 97232
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Meet Ben Droukas

I'm Ben Droukas, an Oregon native and Principal Broker in Oregon and Broker in Washington. I've worked in real estate since 2004, and over the years I've had the opportunity to see this business from just about every angle.

My background includes representing buyers and sellers, investment real estate, construction and new development, leading and coaching top-producing real estate teams, and serving as Sales and Marketing Director for one of Oregon's largest homebuilders. That experience has given me a pretty deep understanding of not only how homes are bought and sold, but how they're built, how they're valued and what actually matters when you're evaluating one.

I'm a numbers and strategy person by nature. Give me the comps, the market data, the construction details and the numbers behind a deal, and I'm happy. Whether we're trying to determine what a home is really worth, evaluating a new construction property, looking at an investment or deciding how aggressively to negotiate, I tend to start with the same question: What do the numbers actually tell us?

That doesn't mean real estate is only about spreadsheets. After doing this since 2004, I've learned that experience matters most when something doesn't go according to plan. Knowing what deserves attention, what can be solved and when to push hard can make a significant difference in a transaction.

Amy and I approach real estate differently, which is one of the reasons working together works so well. She tends to focus on the people, communication, positioning and negotiation side of the equation; I naturally gravitate toward the numbers, property details, construction and market mechanics. Our clients don't have to choose between the two.

Outside of real estate, I'm a husband, dad to three kids, dog dad to Honey and Sage, lifelong Oregonian and loyal Oregon State Beavers fan.

Ben Droukas

Principal Broker in Oregon | Broker in Washington
PHONE
(503) 522-4645
EMAIL
[email protected]
LICENSE NUMBER
200401007 OR | 130131 WA
ADDRESS
919 NE 19th Ave Ste 100, Portland, OR 97232
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Homes for Heroes®

We are proud to be designated Homes for Heroes® agents a distinction that means so much to us, both professionally and personally. when you buy or sell a home with us, we give a portion of our commission back to you at closing - whether you're purchasing, selling, or both. It's a tangible thank-you, designed to make homeownership more attainable and rewarding for the heroes who make our communities stronger every day.

Past Transactions

Two-story white shingle house with a covered entry and attached double garage.
Sold on October 9, 2026

3780 Ridgewood WAY

5 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,002 Sq.Ft.
$1,271,062

Courtesy of Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
Gray single-story home with stone accents beneath a large mature tree.
Sold on September 14, 2026

3018 SW CARSON ST

2 Beds | 1 Baths | 809 Sq.Ft.
$283,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
17090 SE PINE CONE LN
Sold on October 23, 2026

17090 SE PINE CONE LN

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,366 Sq.Ft.
$500,000

Courtesy of Keller Williams PDX Central
Two-story shingle house with a covered porch, roof dormer, and landscaped front yard.
Sold on September 9, 2026

927 10TH ST

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,834 Sq.Ft.
$1,735,000

Courtesy of Keller Williams PDX Central
Attached tan and brown townhomes with stone accents, multiple garages, and landscaped front yards.
Sold on July 23, 2026

11447 SE FALCO ST

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,503 Sq.Ft.
$409,000

Courtesy of Handris Realty Co.
Gray single-story house with an attached garage, covered porch, stonework, and concrete front steps.
Sold on August 20, 2026

13815 SE STEELE ST

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,140 Sq.Ft.
$411,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Wood-sided home with a broad driveway, lawn, raised outbuilding, and distant snow-capped mountain.
Sold on June 24, 2026

1416 NE 394TH AVE

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,868 Sq.Ft.
$986,000

Courtesy of Real Broker LLC
Single-story brick house with a pink front door, gray hipped roof, and front lawn.
Sold on June 10, 2026

1210 S COLUMBIA ST

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,438 Sq.Ft.
$550,000

Courtesy of SALTAIRE Coastal Homes
Multi-story gray-green home with a covered balcony, two garage doors, and a tall evergreen in front.
Sold on June 9, 2026

10059 SE BRISTOL LOOP

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,427 Sq.Ft.
$444,000

Courtesy of Premiere Property Group, LLC
House at 3217 NE 32nd Ave with a broad covered porch and landscaped front lawn.
Sold on May 13, 2026

3217 NE 32ND AVE

4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,200 Sq.Ft.
$877,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Single-story ranch house with a brick facade and landscaped gravel front yard.
Sold on May 7, 2026

13219 NE ROSE PKWY

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,844 Sq.Ft.
$699,000

Courtesy of Think Real Estate
Two-story brick-and-beige-sided home with a white front door, neighboring red door, and shrubs.
Sold on March 18, 2026

1795 NE 19TH ST

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,120 Sq.Ft.
$198,500

Courtesy of KJK Properties PC
White single-story house with double garage, arched front window, and landscaped lawn.
Sold on March 6, 2026

12664 SW BEXLEY LN

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,704 Sq.Ft.
$570,000

Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Professionals
Gray single-story home with a two-car garage and illuminated arched entry at dusk.
Sold on May 6, 2026

979 BURLEY HILL DR NW

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,570 Sq.Ft.
$460,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Light-gray single-story house with a landscaped yard and SUV parked in the driveway.
Sold on April 24, 2026

1040 NE 12TH AVE

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,008 Sq.Ft.
$160,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Blue two-story house with white trim, a blue garage door, and a yellow front door.
Sold on March 5, 2026

9459 N CALHOUN AVE

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,322 Sq.Ft.
$465,000

Courtesy of John L. Scott
Two-story beige house with brick accents, double garage, and landscaped front yard.
Sold on April 16, 2026

13539 SE SCOTT CREEK LN

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,679 Sq.Ft.
$675,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Light-blue single-story house with a two-car garage, flowering shrubs, and tall evergreens.
Sold on February 26, 2026

8000 SW WAREHAM CIR

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,822 Sq.Ft.
$675,000

Courtesy of Where, Inc
Two-story beige house with red gables, stone accents, and a front lawn.
Sold on February 10, 2026

9001 SW ROBERT GRAY LN

5 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,000 Sq.Ft.
$740,000

Courtesy of Windermere West LLC
Two-story gray home with white-trimmed windows, a covered entry, and landscaped front lawn.
Sold on March 12, 2026

2363 SE 17TH ALY

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,911 Sq.Ft.
$471,500

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Gray single-story house with a two-car garage, orange front door, and landscaped yard.
Sold on June 23, 2026

708 MANZANITA WAY

5 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,379 Sq.Ft.
$872,000

Courtesy of Compass
Two-story beige attached home with two garage doors and a tall evergreen in front.
Sold on April 6, 2026

2833 NE STAPLETON RD

6 Beds | 6 Baths | 2,852 Sq.Ft.
$650,000

Courtesy of Compass
Three-story apartment building with balconies and a paved parking area.
Sold on March 7, 2025

100 W Curtis ST

10 Beds | 6 Baths | 11,000 Sq.Ft.
$1,720,000

Courtesy of Windermere Northwest Living
Single-story ranch home with gray siding, a red front door, two-car garage, and broad gravel driveway.
Sold on February 27, 2025

27309 NE 29TH AVE

5 Beds | 3 Baths | 4,174 Sq.Ft.
$892,814

Courtesy of Windermere Northwest Living
Residential building with stacked wooden decks and exterior stairs beside a landscaped lawn.
Sold on November 28, 2025

5264 NE 121ST AVE 153

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,178 Sq.Ft.
$265,000

Courtesy of Compass
3323 NE 32ND AVE
Sold on October 31, 2025

3323 NE 32ND AVE

4 Beds | 2 Baths | 3,156 Sq.Ft.
$1,100,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Brick house with three garage doors, a wide driveway, and landscaped entry.
Sold on February 12, 2025

10275 SW HITEON PL

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,407 Sq.Ft.
$746,000

Courtesy of John L. Scott Portland South
Single-story beige house with a garage, white trim, and a broad green lawn.
Sold on March 14, 2025

10703 NE FARGO ST

1 Beds | 1 Baths | 872 Sq.Ft.
$385,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Multi-unit building with central exterior stairs, balconies, and ground-level garages.
Sold on May 3, 2024

10734 NE HOLLY ST 308

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,206 Sq.Ft.
$350,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Single-story white house with a dark garage, red front door, brick facade, and front lawn.
Sold on January 5, 2026

11010 SE SALMON ST

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,998 Sq.Ft.
$445,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Dense roadside trees and shrubs with fallen autumn leaves beside the curb.
Sold on June 28, 2024

11103 SW 43RD AVE

2,613 Sq.Ft.
$145,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Dense roadside trees and shrubs with autumn leaves beside a curb.
Sold on June 28, 2024

11105 SW 43RD AVE

2,613 Sq.Ft.
$145,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Single-story gray-sided house with a tall chimney, landscaped front lawn, and mature trees.
Sold on May 1, 2025

12603 NE RUSSELL ST

3 Beds | 1 Baths | 1,302 Sq.Ft.
$447,900

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Two-story apartment building with gray siding and a red-and-wood entrance feature.
Sold on January 3, 2024

12640 NW BARNES RD 1

2 Beds | 1 Baths | 812 Sq.Ft.
$215,000

Courtesy of Living Room Realty
Two-story tan home with a double garage, arched windows, and a red-leaved tree in the yard.
Sold on April 3, 2024

12998 SE 136TH DR

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,367 Sq.Ft.
$575,000

Courtesy of Living Room Realty
Beige single-story home with a double garage, rose garden, and mature trees.
Sold on June 28, 2024

13209 SE ANKENY CT

5 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,267 Sq.Ft.
$575,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Single-story white ranch house with a stone chimney, green front door, and sculpted shrubs.
Sold on September 20, 2024

13511 NE KLICKITAT CT

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,160 Sq.Ft.
$840,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Two-story tan house with brick accents, a double garage, and colorful flowers across the front yard.
Sold on May 29, 2025

14055 SW 157TH PL

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,913 Sq.Ft.
$1,087,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
White house with a dark brick gable, attached garage, and landscaped front entry among mature trees.
Sold on December 20, 2024

14114 SE ELDERBERRY LN

5 Beds | 5 Baths | 3,145 Sq.Ft.
$950,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Beige-sided house with a white double garage and a leafy tree partly obscuring the porch.
Sold on January 26, 2024

14126 SE SUMMERFIELD LOOP

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,071 Sq.Ft.
$439,900

Courtesy of Living Room Realty
Wood-sided home with a silver metal roof and attached garage, framed by red autumn foliage.
Sold on January 10, 2025

14991 S MACKSBURG RD

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,234 Sq.Ft.
$556,000

Courtesy of Premiere Property Group, LLC
Tan townhome at 15205 SW Warbler Way 102, with a garage and peaked gables.
Sold on April 10, 2025

15205 SW WARBLER WAY 102

2 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,083 Sq.Ft.
$349,900

Courtesy of Move Real Estate Inc
Green gabled house with a white two-car garage and flowering shrubs along the front.
Sold on May 5, 2025

1665 CARRIAGE WAY

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,021 Sq.Ft.
$675,000

Courtesy of Lovejoy Real Estate
Gray house with a columned front porch, shaded by mature trees.
Sold on October 11, 2024

1704 SE LAVENDER ST

3 Beds | 1 Baths | 2,431 Sq.Ft.
$735,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Two-story cream-sided house with a brick lower facade, tan garage doors, and a rust-red front door.
Sold on November 17, 2025

17703 SW HEATHERWOOD LN

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,075 Sq.Ft.
$489,900

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
White home with dark gabled roof, stone accents, and attached double garage.
Sold on May 31, 2024

1818 YORK BUTTE AVE

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,173 Sq.Ft.
$705,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Blue two-story house with a wide attached garage and covered front porch.
Sold on January 31, 2024

18851 CHANELLE WAY

5 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,994 Sq.Ft.
$570,000

Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Professionals
Aerial view of a large white house with a broad roof and mature trees.
Sold on February 17, 2026

1902 NE 38TH AVE

7 Beds | 4 Baths | 4,420 Sq.Ft.
$988,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Single-story home with a tiled roof, brick facade, double garage, and front lawn.
Sold on February 5, 2025

1921 SPICETREE LN

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,016 Sq.Ft.
$540,000

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
Attached townhomes with a beige-and-sage home, covered porch, garage, and front shrubs.
Sold on March 5, 2025

20466 SW SKIVER ST

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,548 Sq.Ft.
$444,900

Courtesy of Windermere Realty Trust
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Testimonials

Paige S.

Ben was referred to us by a friend, and after meeting him, we found him knowledgeable and open to meeting our needs in this marketplace. From start to finish, Ben and Eric were both friendly, available, and attentive. They made looking for a house easy by pointing out the things that we didn't see that might be a problem later. We trusted Ben's instincts in the market which he backed up by facts and figures, and waited to start selling the house till it was a more favorable month and the house sold in less than a month. Ben and Eric were amazing collaborators in the search for a new home. They got us appointments for all the homes we were interested in and walked us through each one with an eye on our needs for a new home. They were open and clear about their assessment of each house and whether it would work or not. And they knew how to negotiate and close the deal to make it work for a…

Ben was referred to us by a friend, and after meeting him, we found him knowledgeable and open to meeting our needs in this marketplace. From start to finish, Ben and Eric were both friendly, available, and attentive. They made looking for a house easy by pointing out the things that we didn't see that might be a problem later. We trusted Ben's instincts in the market which he backed up by facts and figures, and waited to start selling the house till it was a more favorable month and the house sold in less than a month. Ben and Eric were amazing collaborators in the search for a new home. They got us appointments for all the homes we were interested in and walked us through each one with an eye on our needs for a new home. They were open and clear about their assessment of each house and whether it would work or not. And they knew how to negotiate and close the deal to make it work for all parties. We could not have had a better experience selling and buying a home. We feel they are new found friends! We are so appreciative for their expertise and kindness during what could have been a stressful time.

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Soheyl A.

I worked with Ben as the agent representing me for the purchase of my first home which happened to be in Portland, OR, a city and state that I knew very little of in terms of the process of a real estate transaction. Ben was truly an exemplary advisor and agent in this process, especially that I had to work with him remotely as I was relocating to this new location. He was very responsive, professional, understanding, ethical, and skillful during the entire transaction process. I still count him as a good friend and a reliable person in terms of any real estate matters and I highly recommend him to anyone considering to purchase a home in the Portland area.

Michael L.

I just closed a transaction with Ben Droukas and Eric Herbert from B&B Real Estate Group. We were working with first-time buyers in the competitive market of ~$600,000 homes. Ben and Eric were able to get our clients' offer accepted, and were able to close quickly because of their efficiency and great communication. If you're looking for a great real estate team to help you navigate the competitive Portland market, give Ben and Eric a shout.

Sara D.

Eric and Ben were absolutely amazing throughout the entire process of selling our home! We give them our highest recommendation. They were attentive, encouraging, and worked for us and on our side! We can't thank you both enough for your efforts!

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Email

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Address

919 NE 19th Ave, Ste 100 Portland, OR 97232

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