I need to replace the stove range in the rental condo I own. I'd replace the element but the stove is 29 yrs old & the element can't be replaced.I found a new range for $355 at Lowes.It doesn't havee a self cleaning oven though(neither did the current one) . A stove w/ a s/cleaning oven costs $449. The tenents have been there 10-yrs. Which one should I consider? Thanks. --71.237.xxx.xxx

Not sure this is particular to Oregon as far as having a stove with or without self cleaning capacity. I personally would go with self cleaning. It will just be that much less work for you when you have to do it. 10 years is a long time and thousands of dollars of saving in turn over. --69.59.xxx.xxx

Self cleaning. When in doubt spend a bit more to make it easier on yourself. Also, the residents will keep the stove cleaner as well. Tell them "I usually buy a manual clean oven for my rentals but you all are such great residents, I got you the self cleaning model." That way you feel good and they do too. You'll make some brownie points for the extra bucks. --68.102.xx.xxx

Not only will your tenants appreciate it (and you may be able to use it as an excuse for a rent increase), but you will appreciate it if and when your tenants move. --99.18.xx.xx

Self-cleaning. Although I find that they don't eliminate the need to clean the oven, it's still better than doing the whole job by hand. --70.143.xx.xxx

Ask the tenants - they may perfer the cheaper one and will appreciate your asking * don't discuss the price - just the feature --184.5.xxx.xxx

Self Cleaning, Long Term tenants like that, I'd get a decent stove for them. --74.47.xx.xxx

I'd think strongly about the self cleaning model especially since they are long term tenants and will probably appreciate the upgraded stove. --108.238.xxx.xxx

Self cleaning overns are more efficient as the oven is better insulated for the self clean oven to work. Many times a tenant has moved leaving a dirty oven. With self clean after two or three hours there is a small amount of ash to wipe out. When one spreads the cost over ten years then the self clean stove is not much more. In the apartment building when ever a stove is being replaced always trying to buy a self clean range. --74.220.xxx.xxx

I would get the self cleaning model and not say a thing - until the next rent increase, using this feature will save you money and maybe they will like it. --68.76.xxx.xxx

have you checked out Dewhitt's out Airport Way? my new fav, got very good deals on close-out fridge and washer/dryer, competent delivery. I'm not their relative or landlord, just a suggestion. --137.53.xxx.x