Sean Becker

Sean grew up in Northwest Portland and witnessed the effects of gentrification firsthand. He saw biker bars transformed into pizza shops, run-down commercial spaces turned into trendy boutiques, and abandoned houses converted into chic dwellings within a decade. This experience fueled his passion for real estate at the local level.

Sean's father started a wood floor contracting business in their living room, and Sean learned the importance of "living" one's business. He was fortunate to gain insight into countless homes in every neighborhood in the city, which gave him a deep understanding of what makes Portland's housing and neighborhoods remarkable. Sean also learned the value of a local business, local clients, and conducting business in the community where he lives.

After graduating from high school, Sean joined the United States Coast Guard for three years, where he served aboard the USCGC Eagle, a 295-foot-tall ship that functioned as a diplomatic and goodwill sailing vessel for the United States. During his time on the ship, he led a team of 23 crew members and traveled to various locations, including the Eastern Seaboard, Europe, the Caribbean, and the Mediterranean.

Upon his return home, Sean attended Portland State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in economics while also helping his father run their expanding and well-respected wood floor contracting business. This experience taught him to overcome challenges, stay focused, resolve issues, and produce excellence.

In 2004, Sean began his career in real estate, passionate about providing exceptional client service and armed with intimate knowledge of the Portland housing market. He started by working on the condominium market, managing sales and operations at on-site showrooms for many of the high-rise complexes in the Pearl District and Portland's South Waterfront. By focusing on the big picture and high-volume nature of inner-city real estate development, Sean was able to expand his clientele's reach. He eventually established his own real estate firm, Sean Z Becker Real Estate, where he primarily represents individual buyers and sellers of single-family homes and condominiums, while continuing to work with urban developers.

As a native of Portland, Sean understands the unique nature and experience that the city provides. He truly appreciates all things Portland, including the urban culture and the natural environment at the city's doorstep. Sean is an avid cyclist, windsurfer, and snowboarder, experiencing Portland and the surrounding areas from the outdoor wonder of the Northwest. This experience gives him an authentic perspective on how Portlanders live in and love their city.