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A forested escape in northwest Portland
It’s hard to imagine an urban neighborhood that is much more outdoorsy than Linnton. Linnton residents can enjoy tons of fresh air while being part of Portland. At the foot of one of the largest urban parks in North America, Linnton is a hiker’s and mountain biker’s dream. Nestled between the Willamette River and Portland’s enormous Forest Park, Linnton residents are never more than a couple of blocks from some of the most popular trails and best views in the greater Portland area. “I think a lot of people that purchase in the Linnton area do so primarily it’s bedroom community that’s a quick commute from most places,” says Jon Klote, a Realtor with Stellar Realty Northwest, who has sold homes in the area more than 11 years. “If you work at IBM and Nike, you don’t get bogged down as much traffic from here.” Easy travel against a scenic natural background is Linnton’s winning combination. On the flip side, while nature is the community’s backdrop, a glance in the opposite direction reveals much less scenic industrial areas between there and the Willamette River.
Majestic Forest Park
Linnton’s most prominent and perhaps most desirable feature is its access to acres of lush nature in the form of its parks. “In Linnton, you’re in an urban environment and two feet from nature. You’re instantly in the wilderness hiking, mountain biking, immersed in nature,” Klote says. Linnton’s two parks are Linnton Park and Forest Park, which commands the most attention. A habit for wildlife as much as for human recreation, Forest Park’s massive 5,200 acres provide a critical refuge for native wildlife and plant species. It also has a greater value, acting as an essential air and water filter. The park offers a 30-mile trail network for foot traffic, dogs, and horseback riding in select areas.
Native plants and trees line the windy residential streets of Linnton.
Listen to the babbling brooks and trickling waterfalls throughout Forest Park.
Forest Park is home to the infamous 30 mile long Wildwood Trail.
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Homes of all shapes and sizes
While Linnton benefits from and blends into the vast ribbon of nature that unfurls behind it, it also shares significant portions of space with industry. The mix here is evenly split between residential and industrial properties, making for a peculiar blend of two seemingly opposite character types. “Linnton has the feel of a coastal, light industrial area that has changed to smaller businesses and living,” Klote says. While commercial industry spaces align along the Willamette River, 180 degrees in the opposite direction, a drive along neighborhood streets might encounter gardens bursting with everything from fruit and vegetables to native wildflowers. Here’s where Linnton’s unique brand of housing becomes intensely localized and incredibly varied, with everything from new townhouses to historic cottages and midcentury ranch-style homes to iconic modernist mansions, many with incredible river views. This explains the vast range of home prices here, from as low as $300,000 to as much as $800,000 and sometimes beyond. The median price for a single-family home is $475,000.
Linnton is a quiet hillside residential community along the Willamette River.
Cozy cottage with pine shingles tucked in the hillside of Linnton.
Vibrant mid-century ranch home with views of St.John's Bridge and the Willamette River in Linnton.
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Community engagement at the center
Events and activities here revolve heavily around community engagement, the idea that community members are responsible to one another and seeing after their neighbors and nature. In that way, the Linnton Community Center has become a hub of events and activities, offering everything from preschool to after-school programming for school-age kids to a popular summer camp. Meanwhile, Forest Park Conservancy works actively with volunteers to care for the park. Each month, they gather in the park to rake leaves and clean and protect Forest Park.
A bridge to shopping
Shopping for Linnton residents requires some effort. Supermarkets aren’t particularly far. But residents must travel about 5 minutes across the iconic St. John’s Bridge to find a variety of major supermarkets like Safeway and Fred Meyer. Or, they can make a slightly longer trek downtown and enjoy everything the city offers — it’s only 15 minutes away. When Linnton locals just want a quiet drink, they can head to cozy and unassuming Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar. Looking for a family restaurant? There’s Decoy, whose old-school Chinese and American grub always hits the spot.
Linnton, just over St.John's Bridge along the Willamette River.
Safeway is a short drive from Linnton just over the St. Johns Bridge.
Lighthouse Restaurant and Bar offers a delicious menu and lively atmosphere in downtown Linnton.
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Linnton loves schools
School-aged children in Linnton are served by Niche B-rated Portland Public Schools, which operates a collection of highly sought-after schools in the area. Kids in grades K-8 may attend Skyline School, which receives a B-plus from Niche. Next, students move up to Lincoln High School, which Niche rates A.
Quick commutes from here to there
Situated along U.S. Route 30, Linnton is just a trip across the St. John’s Bridge into St. John’s and beyond to Vancouver. Highway 30 takes travelers to Interstate 405, which connects to I-5. “During rush hour, there may be a little backup, but it’s only usually a couple of minutes,” Klote says.
Views of St.John's Bridge from Forest Park.
The iconic St. John's Bridge just down the road from Linnton.
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Parks in this Area
Cathedral Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Sauvie Island
Forest Heights City Park
Playground
Pier Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Linnton Park
Trails
Forest Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Transit
Airport
Portland International
30 min drive
Bus
NW St Helens & Harbor
Bus
NW Bridge Ave & St Helens
Bus
NW St Helens & Front
Bus
NW St Helens & 111th
Bus
NW Bridge Ave & Germantown
Bus
NW St Helens & 112th
Bus
NW St Helens & 105th
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Linnton
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Linnton, Portland sell after 98 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Linnton, Portland over the last 12 months is $534,837, up 27% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming move-in ready Northwest condo townhouse. A great location with beautiful views and good schools. This townhome offers a great price for a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathrooms unit, and attached garage upgrade. Enjoy the fireplace and views from your kitchen. New carpeting and painting throughout. Enjoy your own mountain and river views with a great location to watch activity on the Willamette
Investor Alert: Fixer with Stunning Views + Rare Portfolio Opportunity! Prime Location with Built-In Growth:-Quiet, dead-end street with forest & river views-Major zoning shifts coming to Linnton (industrial ? residential/commercial)-Strong long-term upside + immediate rental or flip potential. Unlock a rare chance to level up your investment game with this beautiful fixer perched above the
Historic 1928 Linnton School Place - converted (1992) to 11 condos with panoramic views of the Willamette River, Mt Hood, Mt Saint Helens & Mt Adams. Private entrance to Forest Park & beautifully maintained courtyard. Just 10 minutes to downtown Portland. Abundant character with exposed brick, it was the old boiler room to the school, soaring ceilings, beautiful sweeping staircase with new
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
771
Median Age
45
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$119,444
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$140,405
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
63.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
16/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
21/ 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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