On Nov. 17, the almost nine-acre estate in Portland's Dunthorpe suburb was listed for sale, surprising longtime visitors who appreciated daily public access to the historic, English-style garden.

In Inwood, a curious 30,000 square foot, 30-foot tall outcropping of bedrock in Inwood is currently for sale for $2.99 million. It gets even more complicated — the rock actually has two owners.

“Painted Rock is more than a home; it’s a work of art, blending masterful architecture with the surrounding landscape.” The high desert property is 140 miles from Portland and a 20-minute ...