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Walkability draws buyers to this Southwest Portland neighborhood
A large, family-friendly residential area in Southwest Portland, "Hillsdale is one of the most favored neighborhoods in Southwest Portland," says Realtor Darryl Bodle, who's closed over 3,700 sales in his nearly quarter century of experience in the Portland market. "It's very walkable and has easy freeway access, lots of well-known restaurants and excellent schools." He points out that walkability is unique in the Portland market, and that fact is what attracts most buyers to the area. "Most parts of Southwest Portland aren't walkable to anything, but Hillsdale is popular because it is. You can walk to restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, schools. Most errands can be accomplished on foot. There are only a few walkable neighborhoods on the west side of Portland, and this is one of them."
Shop for locally sourced groceries at Hillsdale's friendliest grocery store Basics Market.
Hillsdale cultural mural by Marino Heidel in Hillsdale, Portland.
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Architectural variety in Hillsdale homes
Hillsdale has a unique housing stock in a rich variety of architectural styles. It's primarily single-family homes, with options like contemporary traditional, ranch-style and mid-century modern homes. Hillsdale is far from a cookie-cutter neighborhood: on any given block, an onlooker could find a range of architectural styles, adding a feeling of artistry and individuality to homes in the neighborhood. Lots are typically spacious and lush, and many homes sit atop the neighborhood's hills, offering residents views of Portland's natural beauty. In Hillsdale, homeowners can enjoy the feeling of having a completely forested property, all while being within close proximity to downtown. Some condos are available, and these are the neighborhood's entry points for pricing. Prices start around $200,000 for a two-bedroom condo, but for most single-family homes, buyers should expect to spend $600,000 to $900,000. Occasionally, large, recently renovated or custom-built homes will exceed $1 million, and the median overall price for a single-family home is $800,000.
Split-level Rancher style homes in Hillsdale.
A row of newly built traditional homes in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
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Learning in Portland Public Schools
Students in Hillsdale attend Portland Public Schools, starting with Rieke Elementary School and Robert Gray Middle School, both of which received B-plus ratings on the educational review site, Niche. Then, they continue to Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School, which received a B. Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School offers 28 Advanced Placement courses and more than 12 dual credit courses that allow students to earn college credit while still in high school. Area private school options include West Hills Christian School, which enrolls students in preschool through eighth grade and received an A-plus rating on Niche, and St. Clare School, which enrolls students in kindergarten through eighth grade and has yet to be rated on Niche.
Students attend Rieke Elementary School in Hillsdale, Portland
Students attend Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School in Hillsdale, Portland
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Spending time outside in Southwest Portland
On over 35 acres of forested land, George Himes Park is the neighborhood's largest public green space, complete with picnic tables, paved and unpaved paths and stunning scenic views. Residents also spend time outside at smaller neighborhood parks like DeWitt Park and Albert Kelly Park and let their dogs run free at Hillsdale Park, which is widely considered the best dog park in Southwest Portland.
Residents can enjoy the designated off-leash dog park at Hillsdale City Park.
Enjoy a nature walk through the wooded trails at George Himes City Park in Hillsdale Portland.
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Hillsdale's collection of eclectic local eateries
Hillsdale is home to an eclectic collection of Portland-based eateries, like Seasons & Regions Seafood Grill, which serves fresh local seafood and was featured on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives"; Verde Cocina, a Northwest-influenced local Mexican restaurant; and Vertical Diner, a laid-back vegan restaurant with a mid-century diner vibe. There's also a McMenamins in the neighborhood, which Bodle points out as a popular hangout. "McMenamins is a locally owned brewery that makes all their own spirits and only distributes them to their own restaurants," he says of the Portland-based chain. "They have a bunch of quirky and eccentric locations. Each one is really unique and fun to visit." It's located in the Hillsdale Shopping Center, which houses various local restaurants and a little grocery store called Basics Market. However, most get groceries at the Fred Meyer on the neighborhood's south end.
Grab breakfast in the classic Mid-Century Vertical Diner in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
Coconut-poblano Verde Enchiladas from Verde Cocina in Hillsdale.
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Getting to hospitals, the airport and downtown
Hillsdale is four miles south of downtown Portland, and residents can take Pacific Highway West to get there. They can also take the bus, which takes residents downtown in less than 20 minutes. Hillsdale is less than three miles from a medical center containing OHSU Hospital, Shriners Children's Portland and Portland VA Medical Center, and it's 15 miles from Portland International Airport.
TRI MET bus stops make getting around town easy in Hillsdale Portland.
Located off of I-5, Hillsdale has quick access to Downtown Portland.
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The Hillsdale Farmers' Market and other community events
Hillsdale has a variety of community events throughout the year, like the Hillsdale Winter Light Festival in February and the Hillsdale Blueberry Pancake Breakfast, an annual tradition since 1976, each July. Hillsdale has a year-round farmers' market with a product selection from over 50 local farmers and artisans that's hosted on Sundays in the Rieke Elementary parking lot.
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Parks in this Area
Albert Kelly Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
George Himes Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
Fulton Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
DeWitt Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Healy Heights Park
Hillsdale Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Portland International
29 min drive
Bus
SW Beaverton-Hillsdale & Dosch
Bus
SW Chestnut & 12th
Bus
SW Sunset Blvd & 18th Dr
Bus
SW Dosch & Dosch Ct
Bus
1500 Block SW Sunset Blvd
Bus
SW Beaverton-Hillsdale & 25th
Bus
SW Terwilliger & Burlingame Ter
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.19 Reviews
4.0Niche User
9/20/2016Niche Review
Everything is within walking distance. Lots of families live in this area so it feels very safe.
4.0Current Resident
6/4/2017Niche Review
I have lived in Hillsdale county my whole life. The people make the county a safe, beautiful, encouraging place to raise children.
3.0Current Resident
4/2/2019Niche Review
I have been living in Hillsdale for quite sometime. While local businesses are blooming so is crime. I my self have seen multiple accounts of assault. In front of the high school you can see fights occurring. And drugs have began to flood the high school, leading for high schoolers to deal drugs to middle schoolers.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Hillsdale
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hillsdale, Portland sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Hillsdale, Portland over the last 12 months is $773,519, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome home! This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Portland home is full of updates, minutes to OHSU, and ready for your personal touches! Walking into the home, you'll be greeted with sleek new LVP flooring and huge windows, which look out onto the forest behind the home. The living room opens to the kitchen, which is sure to please with quartz counters, new cabinet doors, and stainless
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,602
Median Age
44
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$115,292
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$147,823
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
72.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
74/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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