Where Vision Meets
Prime Real Estate
From the Santiam Canyon. To all of Oregon.
We're not just brokers. We're your neighbors. Sandy Lyness and our team live, work, & play in the community. and we go where our clients are. from the Santiam Canyon, Willamette Valley, Portland Metro, and every corner of Oregon.
Oregon's Gold Standard in Real Estate
Founded in 2016, Sandy Lyness Real Estate Investments Inc is Canyon born and Oregon proud. We're not a big-city firm that happened to set up shop here. We live, work, & play in the community, and we go where our clients are. across every corner of Oregon. Our boutique approach combines real local roots with disciplined expertise to serve buyers, sellers, investors, and landowners at every level.
🏔️ Oregon Roots
From the Santiam Canyon to the coast, Portland Metro to Central Oregon. We know this state, and the people who make it home.
🔑 Off-Market Access
An exclusive local network unlocking Oregon properties before they ever reach a public listing. Your unfair advantage.
❤️ Community First
We live, work, & play in the community. We go to the same events, shop the same stores, and care deeply about Oregon's future.
🏡 Full Spectrum
Residential, commercial, and bare land markets. All under one expert local roof. No referrals, no runaround, just results.
The Santiam Canyon Isn't Just
Where We Work.
It's Where We Live, Work, & Play.
We are Canyon people. We know the mill whistle history, the river runs, the backroads, the neighbors, and the heartbeat of this town. When you work with Sandy Lyness Real Estate, you get a team that is genuinely invested in the community. Not just your transaction.
But our work doesn't stop here. We go where our clients are. the Santiam Canyon, the Willamette Valley, Portland Metro, the coast, Central Oregon. all of Oregon. We know this state and its residents, and we bring the same local precision to every market we serve.
Oregon Deep
From the Santiam Canyon to the Cascade foothills, the Willamette Valley, Portland Metro, and the coast. We know this state, its people, and its possibilities.
Live, Work, & Play
We live, work, & play in the community. Our kids go to school here. Our neighbors call us by name. And that's exactly how we want it.
Growing with Oregon
Oregon is growing fast. More families, more investment, more opportunity. And we're positioned to help you find your place in it.
We Go Where Our Clients Are
Whatever corner of Oregon you call home, or are looking to, we come to you. Not just Mill City. Not just the Canyon. All of Oregon.
Outdoor Living
Hiking, river life, wide-open skies. Oregon properties aren't just investments. They're a way of living that people drive hours to find.
Local Reputation
Built on handshakes, honest deals, and real results. Our reputation is our most valuable asset. and we've earned it one transaction at a time.
Comprehensive Real Estate Services
Buyer Representation
Expert guidance for buyers navigating Oregon's residential, commercial, and investment-grade property markets. We negotiate fiercely and deliver unfiltered market intelligence.
Learn More →Seller Representation
Strategic pricing, targeted marketing, and access to qualified buyers across Oregon. We work hard for every dollar of your property's value.
Learn More →Investment Strategy
Real estate investing built around your goals, your timeline, and your comfort level. From a first rental property to a long-term portfolio, we help Oregon investors find good deals and avoid the costly mistakes.
Learn More →Residential Properties
From first homes to trophy estates matched precisely to your lifestyle, budget, and investment goals with white-glove service throughout the entire process.
Learn More →Commercial Properties
Buying or selling offices, retail spaces, industrial buildings, and multi-family properties across Oregon. We bring straightforward representation to commercial real estate without the corporate runaround.
Learn More →Bare Land Markets
Raw parcels, entitlement opportunities, and development-ready land across Oregon. For buyers and investors seeking ground-up value creation with clear local knowledge of zoning, access, and utilities.
Learn More →Out-of-Area Buyers & Sellers
Full service for clients buying or selling Oregon real estate from anywhere in the country. Virtual tours, remote signing, and on-the-ground coordination so distance is never a barrier.
Learn More →Exceptional Oregon Properties
Featured$549,000
New Listing$450,000
Featured$413,000
New Listing$335,000
New Listing$285,000What Our Clients Say
Sandy's team identified an off-market commercial property that delivered strong returns in the first year. Their market intelligence and negotiation skill are genuinely unmatched anywhere in Oregon.
We tried selling with another broker for 6 months with zero results. Sandy's team sold our home in 3 weeks above asking price. The marketing strategy and negotiation were exceptional from start to finish.
The team found us a bare land parcel before it hit the market. The entitlement coordination alone saved us 14 months. This is the only team I trust with our development pipeline going forward.
Ready to Find Your Place in Oregon?
Whether you're buying your first home, selling, investing, or looking for bare land. your Oregon team is ready to deliver results that feel personal, because they are.
Expert Real Estate Services
Built Around Your Goals
From first-time buyers to seasoned portfolio investors, and from local Oregon families to out-of-area clients buying or selling from across the country, Sandy Lyness Real Estate Investments Inc delivers comprehensive, data-driven real estate services across Oregon's residential, commercial, and bare land markets. We go where our clients are. every county, every corner of the state, and beyond.
Buyer Representation
Purchasing real estate in Oregon requires sharp negotiation, local intelligence, and access to properties before they hit the open market. Our team fights for your interests at every step.
- Access to off-market and pre-listing properties
- Comparative market analysis and property valuation
- Expert negotiation on every transaction
- Coordination of inspections, contingencies, and escrow
- Investment-grade due diligence for every transaction
Seller Representation
We combine strategic pricing, premium marketing, and experienced negotiation to maximize every dollar of your property's value on your timeline, across Oregon.
- Meeting with sellers prior to listing to achieve the best showing results
- High-production photography and videography marketing
- Targeted multi-channel buyer outreach campaigns
- Data-driven pricing strategy using real-time market data
- Expert multiple-offer negotiation and management
Investment Strategy
Building real estate wealth doesn't require a finance degree. it requires honest guidance, a reliable team, and the patience to do things right. We help Oregon investors at every level, from a first rental to a long-term portfolio.
- First rental property guidance for new investors
- Off-market opportunities through our local network
- 1031 Exchange coordination and timeline support
- Long-term rental and short-term rental properties
- Honest conversations about risk, reward, and fit
Residential Properties
From starter homes in emerging neighborhoods to trophy estates in Oregon's most prestigious enclaves, our team matches every client with a property that fits their life and financial vision.
- Single family homes, condos, and townhomes
- Luxury estates and waterfront properties
- Vacation and second-home acquisitions
- First-time homebuyer guidance and support
- Relocation and corporate housing services
Commercial Properties
Buying or selling commercial real estate in Oregon. offices, retail spaces, industrial buildings, and multi-family properties. We bring the same straightforward service we give every client, with no corporate runaround.
- Office buildings and professional spaces
- Retail storefronts and shopping centers
- Industrial buildings and warehouses
- Multi-family and apartment buildings
- Buyer and seller representation
Bare Land Markets
Raw land and development opportunities offer some of the highest return potential in Oregon real estate. Our whole team brings deep local knowledge of Oregon parcels, zoning, utilities, and access. from the Santiam Canyon to every county we serve statewide.
- Raw land and parcel acquisition
- Entitlement feasibility and planning support
- Development-ready lot sourcing for builders
- Agricultural and rural land transactions
- Subdivision and tract development opportunities
Out-of-Area Buyers & Sellers
Relocating to Oregon, or selling an Oregon property from out of state? We provide full service for out-of-area buyers and sellers, handling every detail with the same care we'd give an in-person client. Distance should never be a barrier to your real estate goals.
- Virtual property tours and live video walkthroughs
- Remote document signing and digital escrow management
- On-the-ground inspections, photos, and property check-ins
- Coordination with out-of-state movers, lenders, and attorneys
- Local expertise translated for clients anywhere in the country
Our Proven 4-Step Process
Discovery & Strategy
We begin by understanding your goals, timeline, financial position, and risk tolerance. No cookie-cutter approach every engagement is built from scratch around you.
Market Research
Deep-dive into market data, comparable sales, neighborhood trends, and opportunity pipelines. We present only properties or buyers that genuinely meet your criteria.
Negotiation
Deep negotiation experience backed by real data. We fight for every dollar on your behalf, whether you're buying or selling.
Close & Beyond
Expert coordination of escrow, inspections, and financing. And our relationship doesn't end at closing we're your long-term real estate partner in Oregon.
Every Strategy, Mastered
We guide Oregon investors through every major real estate investment approach from passive income plays to aggressive development strategies.
Buy & Hold
Long-term rental properties built for steady income and appreciation over time. We help you find Oregon properties that make sense as keepers.
Fix & Flip
Properties with room for improvement and resale potential. We bring honest guidance on what's worth the work and what's not.
1031 Exchange
Defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting into like-kind replacement property. We coordinate the full exchange process within IRS timelines to protect your tax position.
Bare Land Markets
Raw Oregon parcels with development potential. Our team brings real working relationships with builders and county offices across the state.
Commercial Income
Commercial buildings with tenants in place that generate steady monthly income. We help you understand what you're buying in plain English.
Ready to Work With Oregon's Best?
Schedule a no-obligation strategy consultation. We'll listen, analyze your situation, and deliver a tailored roadmap to your real estate goals.
Homes, Investments,
Exceptional Properties Across Oregon
Curated residential, commercial, and bare land listings across the Santiam Canyon, Willamette Valley, Portland Metro. and every corner of Oregon our clients want to call home.
Available Properties
Featured$549,00045 PhotosNew Listing$450,00041 PhotosFeatured$413,00037 PhotosNew Listing$335,00020 PhotosNew Listing$285,0007 PhotosLooking for Off-Market Opportunities?
Our most exclusive properties are never publicly listed. Access off-market residential, commercial, and bare land deals through our private network. available to registered clients anywhere in Oregon.
Your Oregon Neighbors,
Your Trusted Advocates
A team of Oregon-licensed agents, all rooted in the Santiam Canyon community and committed to clients across the entire state. We live, work, & play in the community. and we go where our clients are.
Sandy was born and raised with the good graces of Southern Texas Charm.
A lifetime of experiences in developing friendships and networking. Sandy along with husband owned a Utility Construction Company with offices in Houston, Dallas and Nashville. After moving to Nashville that is where, opening the doors to Real Estate and Developing properties along with Zoning changes came about.
In 1996 Sandy moved to Beaverton and worked for a home builder. job criteria was office management, then construction superintendent and then went into sales. Met Howard, her husband in 2000, got her Real estate license in 2001 and married in 2002. Sandy opened up Sandy Lyness Real Estate Inv., LLC in 2016. As an active member of the community, Sandy sits on the Planning and Zoning Board, North Santiam Chamber Board, and is a member of the Mill City Lions Club.
As both a Sellers and a Buyers Broker with 32 years in the Real Estate field, Sandy has an array of knowledge that consists of more than Brick and Mortar. So beyond just a real estate broker, your partnership with me will get you a communications expert that's here to listen to your needs and find out how together, we can make the process of buying or selling a fast and easy process.
Contact my office for your buying and selling needs!
Tony is a Santiam Canyon native, Santiam High School alumnus, and Marine veteran. He began investing in real estate in 2009 alongside his wife, focusing on rental properties. After taking early retirement from WinCo Foods in 2018, he transitioned into a full-time real estate career with Sandy Lyness Real Estate Investments.
An active member of the community, Tony has dedicated his time over the years to the City of Mill City, Mill City Odd Fellows, North Santiam Eagles, Mill City/Gates American Legion, MCGRA, and Cub Scouts.
Tony is committed to helping clients navigate every aspect of real estate transactions and guiding them toward achieving their real estate goals.
Douglass Cheeks is an Oregon-licensed real estate agent with Sandy Lyness Real Estate Investments Inc. Douglass works with the full range of clients the team serves. buyers, sellers, investors, landowners, first-time homebuyers, and seasoned portfolio clients. bringing fresh energy and deep community connections to every transaction.
Raised in the community and committed to it, Douglass lives, works, & plays right here. and he happily travels wherever his clients need him across the state of Oregon.
Born & raised in Oregon. Lot of years in the banking business and dealing one on one with clients. In 2021 decided to use her expertise and knowledge and joined Sandy Lyness Real Estate.
Beth enjoys working with 1st time Buyers and walking them thru the process and if hand holding if needed, she is your gal. She is willing to help you with every step to achieve your dream of home ownership.
Beth loves rafting and her three dogs.
Lives in Lyons and enjoys the small town community and works the Santiam Canyon and Mid Willamette Valley.
Our Core Values
Precision
Every analysis, every valuation, every negotiation executed with meticulous attention to detail and backed by comprehensive market data.
Integrity
We tell clients what they need to hear not what they want to hear. Honest, transparent counsel in every engagement.
Loyalty
Our clients' interests always come first. We never represent both sides of a transaction without full disclosure and consent.
Results
Every client, every transaction, every time. We are committed to exceptional service and results you can stand behind.
Canyon Roots, Oregon Excellence,
Since 2016
Sandy Lyness Real Estate Investments Inc was built right here in the Santiam Canyon on one simple belief: exceptional results come from real local roots, real market expertise, and genuine love for our community and the people who call Oregon home. We live, work, & play in the community. and we go where our clients are.
Built on Trust, Community & Results
Founded in 2016 as Sandy Lyness Real Estate Inv., LLC, the firm has grown from Sandy's solo Oregon practice into a four-person team. We serve buyers, sellers, investors, landowners, and out-of-area clients across all of Oregon. and every member of our team works with every kind of client.
Our lion and lioness brand embodies who we are: bold, protective, and precise. Like the bond between a lion and lioness, our team combines strength and strategy, always hunting the best outcome for our clients. with genuine love for the Canyon community and beyond.
A Track Record That Speaks
A Decade of Oregon Excellence
From Sandy's roots in Nashville to building a trusted Oregon team, here is the story of how we got here.
The Sandy Lyness Difference
Boutique Attention, Oregon Reach
We're your neighbors, not a big city firm with a satellite office. Every client gets direct, personal attention from agents who live, work, & play in the community. and who happily travel anywhere in Oregon.
Off-Market Access
Our deeply connected local network gives clients first access to Oregon properties that never reach the public market. a critical advantage in a competitive real estate landscape.
Full Spectrum Service
Residential. Commercial. Bare land markets. Buyer, seller, investor, landowner. We cover every corner of Oregon real estate in-house, with one shared standard of excellence.
Out-of-Area Buyers & Sellers
Relocating to Oregon, or selling an Oregon property from across the country? We provide full service for out-of-area buyers and sellers, handling every detail so distance is never a barrier.
Loyalty Beyond Closing
We're in it for the long haul. As your Oregon neighbors and long-term real estate partners, we're here for questions, strategy, and guidance long after the deal closes.
Genuine Love for Our Community & Beyond
Built on honesty, hard work, and genuine love for the Canyon community and beyond. We live, work, & play in our community. and we earn the trust of every client we serve, one transaction at a time.
Awards & Recognition
Your Oregon Neighbors
Are Ready to Help
We're local, we're friendly, and we genuinely love what we do. Reach out with your questions, your goals, or just to say hello. we meet our clients where they are, anywhere in Oregon.
Get in Touch
We're your Oregon neighbors. Whether you're ready to buy, sell, invest, or simply explore your options, our team is here to provide honest guidance, local market insight, and personalized strategy you can trust. We live, work, & play in the community. and we go where our clients are.
49258 SE Kingwood Ave
Mill City, OR 97360
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