{
  "id": 16163955,
  "title": "Portland man spent $48,412 on backyard; rentals brought in $85,000 by 2025",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/portland-man-spent-48-412-on-backyard-rentals-brought-in-85-000-by",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-23T04:37:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/real-estate/news/in-2020-a-portland-man-began-rebuilding-his-800-square-foot-backyard-with-ping-pong-and-a-hot-tub-after-spending-48412-he-had-brought-in-about-85000-from-hourly-rentals-by-2025/articleshow/135113221.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Rob Nachbar skillfully turned his once-simple backyard in Portland into a thriving rental space known as Pong Springs. This five-year renovation, which cost $48,412, prioritized weather-resistant structures and enhanced privacy features. Since its launch on Swimply, Nachbar has generated approximately $106,000 in revenue. The yard not only hosts various events but also provides the family with a…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}