Why Live in Mount Hood
Mount Hood in Gresham is a neighborhood characterized by a mix of residential and commercial areas. The Gradin Community Sports Park, currently featuring two all-purpose fields and two softball diamonds, is set to expand by summer 2025 with additional sports facilities, including new softball and soccer fields, pickleball courts, basketball and volleyball courts, dog parks, and a play area. The park will also have new pathways and expanded parking. Residential options in Mount Hood include contemporary Craftsman homes in Telford Estates, built in 2024, and traditional homes with Craftsman features in the Brickworks subdivision, constructed between 2019 and 2020. East Mount Hood offers one-story bungalows, two-level traditional builds, and ranch-style homes from the 1980s and 1990s, often on larger lots. The neighborhood is segmented into smaller subdivisions, with Telford Estates governed by a homeowners association. Major thoroughfares like Powell Boulevard and Burnside Road provide easy access to downtown Portland and local amenities. The northern part of Mount Hood features big-box retailers, chain restaurants, and strip malls, including Original Roadhouse Grill, Panda Express, Chick-fil-A, and Hillcrest Ski & Sports. Grocery options include Walmart Neighborhood Market, Fred Meyer, and WinCo Foods. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Hood a good place to live?
Mount Hood is a good place to live. Mount Hood is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Mount Hood has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 34. The average household income is $71,922 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 20% of residents. A majority of residents in Mount Hood are home owners, with 47.3% of residents renting and 52.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Mount Hood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Mount Hood neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Mount Hood?
The median home price in Mount Hood is $469,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $94,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.17%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,290 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $98K a year to afford the median home price in Mount Hood. The average household income in Mount Hood is $72K.
What are the best public schools in Mount Hood?
The best public schools that serve Mount Hood are:
What are the best private schools in Mount Hood?
The best private schools that serve Mount Hood are:
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Are home prices dropping in Mount Hood?
Yes, home prices in Mount Hood are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Mount Hood, OR
On average, homes in Mount Hood, Gresham sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Mount Hood, Gresham over the last 12 months is $471,225, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$471,225
Median Single Family Sale Price
$479,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$389,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$285,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$293
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median List Price
$469,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
