Why Live in North Central
North Central Gresham, located 15 miles from downtown Portland, has evolved from its agricultural roots into a dense suburb with a strong sense of community. The neighborhood features a mix of ranch-style and split-level homes from the 1960s and 70s, alongside more tightly packed houses from the 90s and newer subdivisions with larger, modern builds. Residents can enjoy the walkability and diverse parkland, including Red Sunset Park, which offers soccer and baseball fields, basketball courts, a playground, and picnic pavilions. Salish Ponds Wetland Park provides fishing and walking paths amidst ash trees, willows, and cattails. Shopping and dining options are concentrated along Burnside Road, Stark Street, and Glisan Street, with grocery stores like Fred Meyers and Natural Grocers, and local favorites such as Heidi’s of Gresham and Wichita Puff’s Pub. Historic downtown Gresham, with its vintage boutiques and cafes, is around a mile south and hosts year-round events like the Teddy Bear Parade. The neighborhood is well-connected with buses running along Stark and 223rd Avenue, bike lanes on Burnside and Stark, and easy access to Interstate 84 and US Route 26.
Home Trends in North Central, OR
On average, homes in North Central, Gresham sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in North Central, Gresham over the last 12 months is $440,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$399,605
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$256,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$301
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
91
Median List Price
$449,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
