Trying to find an old post?

8 years ago

A few months ago I asked for advice about various Air BnB properties in Portland, for a trip next year. I thought it was too early to book then, but now I am looking at it again and my first choice is gone.

So I am trying to find my old post looking for advice about Portland neighborhoods? Haven't been able to find it ... any ideas?

Thanks (in advance) ; )

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maddielee
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
This one?

quick search "air bnb" found it.
MtnRdRedux
Original Author
8 years ago
Thank you, yes. How bizarre, I searched under my name and Air bnb and got other posts, but not this one. Thanks, Maddielee!
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daisychain Zn3b
8 years ago
Glad you found it. I used to be able to search for old threads pretty successfully, but I find that now I have a lot more trouble locating them.
tibbrix
8 years ago
mtn., here is the same house on vrbo.com - no commission on the rent for you, i.e.: 6 - 9% over and above the rent you'll pay if you rent it via AirBnb.

However, note that she has the rent at $332/night on vrbo and $310/night on Airbnb, which is backward. Airbnd should be higher because she has to pay a commission as well. I'd point that out to her. She'll give you the $310/night via vrbo, or at least she should.

http://www.vrbo.com/746486
MtnRdRedux
Original Author
8 years ago
Tibb, I actually decided against that one because of the area. Thx anyway.
tibbrix
8 years ago
Yes, but the point is, mtn., if you find a house you like on AirBnb, look for it also on HomeAway or VRBO. It's likely there, and you'll spare yourself the 6 - 9% commission.
MtnRdRedux
Original Author
8 years ago
I know, you've mentioned before. But I have found, at least for the places I have looked, that there is surprising little crossover. I seem to find more of what I want on Air Bnb. Thx for mentioning Home Away again, though, forgot to look there.

Right now I'm having trouble finding what I want anywhere!
tibbrix
8 years ago
I'd also google to see if there is a "boutique" VR rental site for that area, a site that caters solely to the specific are, i.e.; Portland and surrounds. They tend to have higher-end inventory and, as an owner, better tenants as well. You can also check with realtors in the area. The smaller and more personal you go, the nice place you'll find. AirBnb/HomeAway/Vrbo = the McDonald's of VR rentals.
MtnRdRedux
Original Author
8 years ago
Tibb, am I losing it ... didn't you post some sites here yesterday for that area?

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