$574,841Average Value$344Average Price per Sq Ft33Homes For Sale
Classic historic homes and new traditional and contemporary houses are found in Humboldt
Portland area homebuyers who want a small town, historic homes and a vibrant artsy vibe, will find it in Humbolt. A semi-urban/suburbansuburban neighborhood with a compact but lively downtown, Humboldt’s neighbors are Piedmont to the north, King to the east, Boise to the south, and Overlook to the west. It’s less than two miles from the Willamette River, providing Humbolt with the amenities of downtown Portland and the cultural and outdoor assets of North Portland.
Locals in Humbolt visit nearby Cathedral Park, Forest Park or the Columbia River Gorge for water sports and waterfront attractions. Homes in Humboldt range from modest cottages and bungalows to renovated and expanded Craftsman-style and American Foursquare homes. Real estate is hot in Humboldt, and prices are at the top of the price range in the area. According to Realtor Darryl Bodle, with Keller Williams Realty Portland Premiere, who has sold real estate in Portland and Washington for 24 years, “Proximity to the popular Vancouver /Williams corridor and the Mississippi Avenue shopping district is a big reason buyers want to live here. It’s also a highly bike-friendly and walkable neighborhood.”
Modern contemporary homes in the Humboldt Neighborhood.
Historic Craftsman Style home in the Humboldt Neighborhood.
Looking toward the west hills over the tree lined streets of the Humboldt Neighborhood.
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Trendy shopping spots and hot new restaurants define Humbolt
Locals grab espresso and vegan coffee cake at Albina Press coffee shop. E’Njoni Cafe offers Ethiopian cuisine, while sleek tavern Saraveza is the place to go for Cornish pastries, upscale Mac’n’Cheese, or just a pint. For fun nightlife fans stop by iconic Florida Room, or catch an indie band at Polaris Hall. Vieng Lao or Cherry Sprout Produce offer fresh produce and herbs while flowers abound at Solabee. North Portland Bike Works is the place to go for repairs and tune-ups.
Coffee House Five across from PCC in the Humboldt Neighborhood.
Fresh Produce in the Cherry Sprout Produce grocery in the Humboldt Neighborhood.
Mississippi Records and Movie Madness video rental drop box in the Humboldt Neighborhood.
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Historic and new homes are architecturally stunning
Humboldt’s tree-lined streets feature 100-year-old homes and recently built houses and condominiums. Bungalows and small cottages have recently sold for about $360,000 to $450,000, while American Foursquare homes from the early 1900s sold for about $425,000 to $600,000.
A carrot sculpture rests atop a landscape mural at Sumner-Albina Park in
Humboldt.
Parks showcase public art in Humboldt
Patton Square Park offers a fully accessible playground and picnic area, as well as shaded benches and walking paths, thanks to the massive old trees surrounding the park. Sumner Albina Park is a small, passive park with ever-changing murals and community herb gardens. It offers plenty of seating to enjoy a book or coffee with a friend.
PCC's Cascade Campus on N. Killingsworth St in the Humboldt Neighborhood.
Portland Community College Cascade Campus offers year-round events
Most of Humboldt’s shopping and dining is located near PCC Cascade Campus, which serves roughly 17,000 students and is the neighborhood’s largest employer. The college also hosts events throughout the year, from live performances and lectures to film festivals.
Jefferson High School main entrance in the Humboldt Neighborhood.
Schools encourage the arts in Humboldt
Students can attend schools in the Portland School District, including Beach Elementary, which both earn a B grade from Niche. Harriet Tubman Middle earns a B-minus grade and has a student/teacher ratio of 13:1. Jefferson High School is known for its dance program, whose students have performed nationally and internationally. Jefferson earns a B-minus grade from Niche and is ranked the 15th-best high school for the arts in Oregon.
MAX light rail takes residents to downtown Portland
Residents can enjoy the MAX light rail’s Yellow Line for trips to downtown Portland, but it does not exceed speeds of 35 miles per hour, so if time is of the essence, driving might prove faster. TriMet buses have several regular stops around PCC’s Cascade Campus. Interstate 5, which goes through Humboldt, bisects Oregon from north to south, connecting travelers from Seattle to San Francisco. One of the largest children’s hospitals on the West Coast is 2 miles from the center of Humboldt. As Realtor Bodle says, “Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel continues to bring medical professionals to Humbolt, keeping real estate about as hot as it can be.”
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Parks in this Area
Sumner-Albina Park
Denorval Unthank City Park
Basketball
Tennis
Trails
King School Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Patton Square Park
Peninsula Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Mallory park
Playground
Transit
Airport
Portland International
19 min drive
Subway
N Prescott
Subway
N Killingsworth
Bus
N Albina & Blandena
Bus
N Albina & Alberta
Bus
N Killingsworth & Kerby
Bus
N Vancouver & Alberta
Bus
N Williams & NE Wygant
Bus
N Mississippi & Skidmore
Bus
N Vancouver & Wygant
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Humboldt
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Humboldt, Portland sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Humboldt, Portland over the last 12 months is $502,505, down 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,775
Median Age
38
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,394
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,059
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
College Graduates
61.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.7%
% Population in Labor Force
81.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
78°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
100/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
