Sought-after water views and famous filming locations
There is plenty to see from West Hills, with views of the Columbia River, the Astoria-Megler Bridge that crosses into Washington and Cape Disappointment on one side, as well as Youngs Bay on the other. “I purchased there because it was at the top of the hill, on a large piece of land, away from most of the traffic,” says Larry Bensel, a developer and broker with Popkin Real Estate, as well as a homeowner in West Hills. The panoramic views from homes perched on the peak of Astoria aren’t the only thing notable about the neighborhood, though. West Hills is also next door to filming locations featured in “Kindergarten Cop” and “Short Circuit.”
Homes that sit atop of West Hills have sought after views.
Views of the Columbia River from a home in West Hills.
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Mid-century homes with views of the Columbia
Homes sit on top of the hill that constitutes Astoria, peeking over the city’s downtown onto the vastness of the Columbia River. “The overall appeal is that it sits on the top of the hill, it’s quiet, if you will, and there are views,” Bensel says. Proximity to downtown and views of the water are significant factors when it comes to property prices in the city.
Ranch-style homes, raised ranch-style homes and split levels constructed between the 1940s and 1970s provide views of the Columbia River, with the iconic green Astoria-Megler Bridge to Washington in the foreground. Skyline Avenue traces the crest of the ridge, and homes there can fetch between $700,000 and $900,000, while properties south of the street tend to sell for between $500,000 and $630,000.
Peter Pan Market and Pig ‘N Pancake
The Peter Pan Market & Deli has snacks and local craft beer, as well as a deli-style counter with soups, salads and sandwiches. For more groceries, residents can travel a few blocks north to several local markets downtown. Pig ‘N Pancake is a breakfast chain with locations on the Oregon coast, as well as one in Portland. The Astoria location opened in 1967 and has since been serving homestyle breakfasts—including pancakes, crepes, waffles, skillets and omelets. A variety of seafood, from golden breaded prawns and breaded oysters to razor clams and Alaskan halibut, makes up the dinner menu.
West Hills residents can walk to Peter Pan Market & Deli.
Drive in to Downtown Astoria to pickup local groceries from Astoria Co+Op.
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Creative access points to McClure Park
Near the Columbia River waterfront and the Astoria River Walk—a popular pedestrian pathway in the city—there are also numerous community green spaces in West Hills. Southeast of the neighborhood, the Fred Lindstrom Memorial Park has adopted the nickname “Peter Pan Park” because of Peter Pan Market & Deli across the street. The green space has tennis and pickleball courts as well as a small playground. About half a mile away, McClure Park overlooks downtown and the Columbia River, with picnic benches for a meal with a view. To access the overlook, parkgoers can descend a wooden staircase or skate down the playful adjacent slide.
Enjoy the rollercoaster slide at McClure Park.
Fred Lindstrom Memorial Park offers tennis and basketball courts as well as a playground.
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Skyline Avenue stretches across the top of West Hills
Skyline Avenue is one of the main residential streets in West Hills, stretching across the crest of Astoria’s hilly landscape. Lexington Avenue runs along the southern border of the neighborhood, eventually connecting to 8th Street, which passes McClure Park on its way north to downtown. U.S. Route 101—also known as West Marine Drive in the community—traces the base of Astoria’s hill and forms the major downtown thoroughfares. The highway forks into two branches, one reaching Washington across the Columbia River and the other Warrenton across the Youngs River.
Lexington Avenue is a main residential street connecting to Downtown Astoria.
Take 8th Avenue into the shopping and dining on Historic Commercial Street.
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Fine and applied art classes at Astoria High
Children in West Hills can begin their education at John Jacob Astor Elementary School with kindergarten through second grade before potentially attending Lewis and Clark Elementary School for third through fifth grade. They may then enroll in Astoria Middle School before matriculating to Astoria High School, with all schools in the pipeline earning B grades from Niche. Astoria High School has been part of the community for more than a century, and it partners with Clatsop Community College to offer students college credit opportunities. The school offers a variety of applied arts courses—like horticulture and landscaping, pottery and guitar building—as well as fine art training in orchestra, guitar, piano, music production and more.
Astoria High School offers classes in horticulture, pottery and music production.
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Parks in this Area
Fred Lindstrom Memorial Park
McClure Park
Astoria Riverwalk
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Hills
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Hills, Astoria sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Hills, Astoria over the last 12 months is $665,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Now is the time to acquire your legacy property with this large lot on the tranquil South Slope of Astoria. Located near other future building areas and below existing homes, this lot has frontage to an undeveloped portion of W Kensington Ave. Buyer to complete all feasibility and due diligence regarding intended use of the property.
Now is the time to acquire your legacy property with this large lot on the tranquil South Slope of Astoria. Located near other future building areas and below existing homes, this lot has frontage to an undeveloped portion of W Kensington Ave. Buyer to complete all feasibility and due diligence regarding intended use of the property.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Sarah Jane Bardy,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
202
Median Age
46
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$77,500
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,060
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.2%
% Population in Labor Force
63.2%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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