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Called “Silicon Forest” for its high-tech employers, homes are hot in Northwest Hillsboro
Northwest Hillsboro is a large neighborhood in—you guessed it—the northwest corner of Hillsboro, at the western edge of Greater Portland. While the first suburban neighborhoods were built in the 1940s and 50s, new housing boomed in the early 2000s thanks to the growth of nearby Intel and Nike corporate offices. Home seekers will find a mix of mid-century ranch-style homes and plenty of recently built New Traditional homes, with sizable yards, ample tree cover and well-maintained sidewalks. One of the Hillsboro community stars is Hillsboro Parks & Recreation, which manages three well-appointed area parks and cultivates a vibrant calendar of events that sets a high bar for community engagement.
The overall vibe of Northwest Hillsboro is precisely what you’d expect of a Portland suburb—a lively residential community with abundant natural resources. According to Realtor Todd Knudsen, who has sold real estate with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate for more than 15 years, “With Intel having several large production centers here, you could say that Northwest Hillsboro helped launch the nickname “Silicon Forest” for this area.” Alluding to Silicon Valley, Northwest Hillsboro is widely known as a regional industrial complex for Intel and young high-tech powerhouses, including NTT Global and Nvidia.
Ample tree cover and shrubs provides shade at this mid-century rancher in Northwest Hillsboro.
Natural beauty surrounds homes in Northwest Hillsboro.
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From pinball to cricket Northwest Hillsboro offers surprising ways to play
For family fun, the enormous Next Level Pinball Museum has nearly 500 pinball and arcade games and many pop culture artifacts. Older kids—and young-at-heart adults—can head next door to Oregon Airsoft, the area’s largest indoor arena. Griffin Oaks Park offers a playground with climbing walls, a cricket net and multiple basketball courts. U.J. Hamby Park provides seven acres of landscaped walking paths that cross local creeks.
Next Level Pinball in Hillsboro has nearly 500 pinball and arcade games.
A playground inspires creative and collaborative play for Hillsboro kids at Griffin Oaks Park.
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Plenty of new homes and updated midcentury homes define Northwest Hillsboro
While the median home value is about $387,000, home sales in the last six months of 2023 ranged from $450,000 to more than $2,000,000. Mid-century ranch-style homes have recently sold from about $435,000 to $625,000. Four-bedroom New Traditional homes have sold from about $600,000 to $800,000. Buyers can also find updated split-levels, townhouses and estate-style homes with more than 3,000 square feet. As Realtor Knudsen explains, “If you work at Intel, you’ll really want to live in Northwest Hillsboro, simply because you can walk, bike, or have less than a five-minute drive to work.”
Mixed materials give this Northwest Hillsboro significant curb appeal.
Mid-century rancher homes are a common style in Northwest Hillsboro.
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Year-round outdoor events showcase the arts and agriculture
Hillsboro Parks & Recreation hosts events year-round, including Hillsboro Arts Month in October, the Walters Performance Series of concerts from September through May, and the La Strada dei Pastelli Chalk Art Festival in July. Residents can also enjoy beer, cider and wine festivals at over 30 area producers.
Pizza, noodles, coffee and bulgogi are just around the corner
While most of Northwest Hillsboro is residential, the neighborhood has its fair share of shopping, dining, and entertainment venues. Highly rated dining options include Hawaiian spot 808 Grinds, Vivi’s Vietnamese Noodle House, Umma Korean restaurant and locally beloved Jersey Girl Pizza. Albertsons and San Juan Supermarket are nearby when grocery shopping is on the to-do list.
After a long day of play, grab pizza for the family from Jersey Girl Pizza in Hillsboro, Oregon.
For a taste of the tropics, 808 Grinds has Hawaiian cuisine and is a Hillsboro local favorite.
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From STEAM programs to chess clubs, creative learning is the goal
Students can attend schools in the Hillsboro School District with an overall B grade from Niche. Jackson Elementary earns a B-plus Niche grade and offers pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Evergreen Junior High has a B-plus rating from Niche and has been named a Standout Middle School by Niche. It offers clubs including chess, art and board games. Glencoe High School has an overall Niche grade of B-minus and offers programs for gifted students.
Bike to Intel or hop on the Blue Line for downtown Portland
Residents commuting to Portland will drive about 20 miles to reach downtown. While the MAX Light Rail Blue Line runs from downtown Hillsboro to downtown Portland, Realtor Knudsen cautions, “One thing newcomers might not know is that MAX Light Rail does not exceed 35 miles per hour, so it’s a good option if you’re not in a huge hurry.”
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Northwest Hillsboro Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwest Hillsboro, Hillsboro sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwest Hillsboro, Hillsboro over the last 12 months is $569,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Updated ranch on a spacious private lot with newer large windows letting in natural light. This beautiful home is in an ideal location near Max, shopping & downtown Hillsboro. No HOAs & on a quiet street (cul-de-sac). The updates are almost too numerous to list. Newer windows, flooring, kitchen, bathrooms, countertops, AC unit. Fresh interior paint. Brand new interior doors and bedroom carpeting.
Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this Jones Farm home shines with thoughtful upgrades inside and out. The main level features new LVP flooring and a completely renovated kitchen with new cabinetry, quartz countertops, and tile backsplash. Recent system updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof and furnace (2021). The main level offers a light-filled entry living room with a cozy
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Hampshire Downs is located in one of Hillsboro's most sought after neighborhoods, and is convenient to Intel's Jones Farm Campus. Just minutes away is Sunset Highway, the fast track to downtown Portland to the East, and the Oregon coast to the West. Drop by for your personal tour and view our beautiful community, our well-maintained apartment homes, our very well-equipped 24-hour fitness center,
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