About KAROLINE ASHLEY

Friends and clients often refer to me as a "house doula."

As the founder of Ashley Realty Works in 2006, I have found great joy of over the past 18 years helping people buy and sell homes in the Portland Metro area and recently along the coast, I still find myself energized every day by the stories of the individuals we serve. You are the heart of our business. For me, a home is not just a property; it's a sanctuary for people, especially during significant life events that often accompany changes in living arrangements.

Friends and clients often refer to me as a "house doula," a term that resonates with the joy I find in guiding clients through the next phase of their lives, whether it's upsizing, downsizing, relocating out of state, or other major life transitions. Drawing on my background as a previous coach and teacher, I pride myself on meeting people where they are and helping them take that next step.

Facilitating the real estate process and making it as smooth as possible, with the least amount of stress, is my goal. One of my core values is creativity, which I leverage to create unique marketing strategies and think outside the box during negotiations and problem-solving. I thrive on taking on challenges and finding win-win solutions. And I love thinking about the best way to market a property. I am a naturally good at sales with a casual and approachable energy that makes people instantly comfortable.

Being able to contribute to the happiness of my clients by guiding them through significant life events is what makes my work fulfilling. Your journey is unique, and I'm here to ensure it's a positive and memorable experience.

Fun Facts about Karoline

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Karoline’s favorite getaway is Manzanita. OR with Wick and their kids Violet and Felix the dogs, Sparky (16) and Daisy (15)

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Wick & Karoline met in 1999 working as outdoor leaders for teens in Squamish BC where they instantly connected in their passion to help teens experience personal growth in the wilderness.

Karoline enjoyed being a classroom teacher for 9 years teaching middle schoolers math and science in West Linn Wilsonville SD.

She loved teaching earth science and helping her kids learn about plate tectonics and the Cascade moutnain range. She took her students to Mt. St. Helens and the Oregon Coast, some of them to see first hand the awe inspiring geology of the PNW.

Here they are at sunset on Timberline @ Silcox Hut

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Besides spending time with her family, Karoline LOVES to garden and her favorite thing is to cook from herbs in her garden and make arrangements from the flowers and plants she grows.

As you can tell, Dahlias are her favorite!

She also LOVES reading and talking about books! Ask her what she’s reading!

What my client’s are saying.

  • I can’t recommend the Ashley Realty Team enough! Wick and Karoline were both so helpful in selling my first home. Karoline helped us navigate a crazy market and was very communicative through the whole process. I received multiple offers from the open house and accepted a great offer a few days after it was put on the market. Thank you Ashley Realty Team Northwest!!

    Kelli U

  • We worked with Wick and Karoline in buying our first home and then selling it 8 years later after an extensive fixer-upper experience… I can’t recommend them enough. They are both huge supporters of your home buying and home renovation experiences. They are very knowledgeable, approachable and kind people. We consider them good friends. And, icing on the cake…they are all about community, are both community-oriented and help their clients become involved with each other, sharing helpful hints and suggestions with one another.

    Amy R

  • Karoline and the team were great to work with. They persevered when our sale fell thru and brought us another, even more qualified buyer. And mostly, they put up with us as we struggled through purchase of our new home without the funds from our condo, they stayed calm through all our demands ( we probably were those clients) and brought us to closing. They know the Mc Cormick Pier property, they know the funding challenges and they have the solutions!

    Kat U.

Let’s Talk

We offer free 30-minute introductory consultations.

The first step to working with us is to set up an initial consultation, where we can get to know each other and discuss your specific needs. This consultation can take place in person, over the phone, or through a virtual Zoom meeting—whatever works best for you.