Harvey the Rabbit, a statue standing 36 feet tall, welcomes drivers to Aloha with a smile, though it’s often interpreted as a jeer. Local lore states that reciprocating Harvey’s wave will prevent the misfortune of a flat tire in Aloha, a residential city of roughly 55,000, between Hillsboro and Beaverton, pronounced locally as “ah-LOW-ah.” Though it’s often considered part of Beaverton, residents recognize the difference. “We sometimes do block parties and barbecues with our neighbors, and we all depend on each other, which is nice,” says Lilia Piper, a sales associate with Guardian Games who grew up in Aloha after her family relocated from Beaverton. “There’s a difference. When we moved to Aloha, my parents bought a house. We got to know our neighbors and they were super welcoming. We would do a lot of community stuff, and we lived by a park, so there were always kids and families there.”
Harvey the Rabbit is a local landmark in Aloha.
Aloha is a neighborhood just outside the city of Beaverton, in the western suburbs of Portland.
Homes in Aloha range from ranches, to townhomes, to more recently built colonial revivals.
There are some new housing developments around Aloha for residents looking for modern finishes.
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Between Beaverton and Hillsboro, part of Silicon Forest
Aloha, which lies in between the high-tech centers of Beaverton and Hillsboro, is part of Oregon’s “Silicon Forest.” Though Intel, the state’s largest employer, is concentrated in Hillsboro, the company also has a campus in Aloha. On the other side of Aloha, both Nike and Tektronix have headquarters in Beaverton.
One of the largest employers near Aloha is Nike in nearby Beaverton.
Aloha is close to the Intel campus in Hillsboro.
Tech industry employers like Tektronix make up a large part of Aloha's job market.
Nike's world headquarters is located near Beaverton.
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Breeding ground for poisonous rough-skinned newts
Many of the green spaces in Aloha belong to the Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation District, a well-regarded system in the region. The Tualatin Hills Nature Park is east of Aloha, with more than 220 acres speckled with ponds, creeks, marshes and forests. The preserve’s interpretive center educates parkgoers on the wildlife that inhabits it, like rough-skinned newts, who migrate to breeding ponds during the warmer months and can produce enough poison to kill 20 humans. Mountain View Champions Park has the state’s first synthetic sports field accessible for athletes with physical and developmental disabilities.
Tualatin Hills Nature Park is a family friendly public park in Aloha, Oregon.
Visitors can play soccer on the turf fields at Mountain View Champions Park in Aloha.
Tamarack Skate Park is nestled in one of the newer housing developments in Aloha.
Hazeldale Park features a playground and an off-leash dog park for Aloha residents.
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Lower real estate prices between Beaverton and Hillsboro
Most of Aloha is residential, with suburban streetscapes composed of homes from the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Styles include midcentury split-level, ranch-style homes, new traditionals from the 1980s through the 2000s, as well as some more modern new constructions. Cottages from the early 1900s with original Craftsman charm peek out between more common builds.
One of the main draws to the city is the price of its real estate; though it benefits from its proximity to both Hillsboro and Beaverton, Aloha’s real estate is significantly less expensive than either neighboring city. The median price of a single-family home in the city is roughly $520,000, while the median single-family home sales price in Hillsboro is about $585,000. It’s even higher in Beaverton, with a median of $605,000. Comparatively low prices in Aloha may account for a more competitive market: homes in the city spend an average of 31 days on the market, while the nationwide average is 13 days longer.
Most houses in Aloha are less than 50 years old.
A white rancher style home has a brick-lined garden in Aloha.
A modern contemporary cottage bends styles in Cooper Mountain - Aloha South.
Modest yards are well maintained in subdivisions around Aloha.
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International education focus in the Beaverton School District
Students in Aloha are zoned for the Beaverton School District, which Niche scores with an A-minus grade and ranks as the 5th best in the state. Though students in the city are zoned for the B-plus-rated Aloha High School, they can apply to any of the option schools in the district. The International School of Beaverton in Aloha offers a curriculum with an international lens and an International Baccalaureate program, earning an A grade from Niche. Some students living on the west side of the city may attend the Hillsboro School District, which earns an overall B grade.
International School of Beaverton serves students in the Aloha neighborhood.
Exterior view of Aloha High School in Aloha, Oregon.
Mountain View Middle School entrance in Beaverton, Oregon.
A view of the main drive of Hazeldale Elementary School in Beaverton, Oregon.
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Mexican and Asian cuisine along Tualatin Valley Highway
The main stretch of businesses and restaurants in Aloha is along the Tualatin Valley Highway, where diners have their pick of Asian cuisine, Mexican restaurants and fast-food chains. A Fred Meyer and a Safeway are also located along the highway, with an Albertsons and a Walmart Neighborhood Market both nearby as well.
Farther south, Cooper Mountain Vineyards is regionally recognized for its organic and biodynamic wines. The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club is better known for its two, public 18-hole courses, which have hosted prestigious events like the PGA Champions Tour Major and the Oregon Amateur Championship. The fairways have been featured in Golf Digest, Golfweek and GOLF Magazine and welcomed celebrity appearances by the likes of Arnold Palmer, among others.
Master Taco food truck serves delicious Mexican food in Aloha.
The Manila Market gives Aloha locals a variety of imported Asian grocery products.
For even greater convenience and access, the Safeway in Aloha offers a drive-up grocery service.
A Walmart provides affordable shopping near Cooper Mountain - Aloha South.
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Major roads lead to Hillsboro and Beaverton
Aloha is tied to the nearby cities of Beaverton and Hillsboro in many ways, including through major roads. The Tualatin Valley Highway, also known as Oregon state Route 8, connects to downtown Beaverton in the east and downtown Hillsboro in the west, passing the main commercial stretch of Aloha and the famous Harvey sculpture on its course. A TriMet bus route runs along the highway and stops in both city centers, while Southwest Farmington Road—also known as Oregon state Route 10—leads to downtown Beaverton as well. Aloha is near Oregon state routes 217 and 26, which commuters can take to downtown Portland, roughly 12 miles away.
Moderate crime and moderate weather, albeit generous rain
The CAP Index Crime Score in Aloha coincides with the national average, a 4 out of 10.
Aloha’s climate is moderate, with July and August highs that linger in the low 80s and winter lows that tend to float above freezing. The region experiences a long rainy season, typically lasting from November through March.
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