Rock Creek
Mountain and waterfall views
Nature lovers enjoy the sights and sounds of the neighborhood’s namesake from the bridge at Hidden Falls Nature Park, while a short drive north will bring them to Scouters Mountain Nature Park. Here, visitors enjoy packed lunches under the picnic pavilion, walk along the wooded 1-mile loop trail and take in the panoramic views of Mount Hood. Closer to home, parents take their young ones to one of Rock Creek’s many neighborhood parks, with playgrounds available at Village Green, Pioneer and Ashley Meadows parks.
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Early 2000s architecture
Most homes in Rock Creek were built between the late 1980s and the early 2000s, with an average listing price of $585,000. The market is somewhat competitive here, and most homes are sold within three weeks of being listed. Craftsman and modern traditional architecture are most common, with four-bedroom, 3,000-square-foot options listed between $670,000 and $900,000. For less than $200,000, homebuyers can snag a three-bedroom, 1,500-square-foot manufactured home.
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Walk the kids to school
People living in the neighborhood’s north end are just a short walk Oregon Trail Elementary School, which earns a B-plus overall Niche grade and an A-minus grade on its teachers. Driving five minutes east brings locals to Rock Creek Middle School, earning a C-plus grade and serving 850 students. To finish their K-12 careers, students can head to Clackamas High School. This B-plus-rated school has a catalog of over 20 clubs, with topics ranging from gaming to drama.
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International eateries
Rock Creek offers plentiful local dining options, from the variety of tasty Asian eateries at Happy Valley Food Hall, to the more upmarket entrees offered at Willamette Valley Vineyards, whose sommeliers can advise you on perfect pairings for your charcuterie or mushroom risotto. For a quick bite on the go, folks can swing by Happy Valley Station, where over a dozen food trucks have been coming to sell a variety of international cuisines since 2015. Residents drive east along Sunnyside Road to stock up on groceries and household essentials at New Seasons Market or Fred Meyer.
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Bringing Rock Creek together
The City of Happy Valley organizes numerous community events throughout the year. Concerts in the Valley is held at Happy Valley Park on Thursday evenings between July and August, where locals lay out blankets and set up lawn chairs to enjoy live music and food from local vendors. Also held at Happy Valley Park is the annual Oktoberfest, which features German food and music, a beer garden and family friendly activities like face painting and a pumpkin patch.Drive to downtown Portland
Community members can access Interstate 205 by driving west along Sunnyside Road or Route or Route 212, and travelers can head 30 minutes north to Portland or an hour south to Salem.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tracy Wiens
Tracy Wiens
John L. Scott Portland Central
(503) 782-1844
182 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$551,000 Price
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Daniela Sardo
Daniela Sardo
Real Broker
(360) 803-3002
72 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$440,000 Price
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Stephanie Peck
Stephanie Peck
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty, LLC
(503) 832-6376
407 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$629,500 Price
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Amanda Thorne
Amanda Thorne
Responds QuicklyThomas Martin Realty
(971) 350-2781
14 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$335,000 Price
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Kristina Molina
Kristina Molina
Keller Williams Realty Portland Elite
(833) 505-0927
120 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$475,000 Price
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Dennis Kviz
Dennis Kviz
UNIQUE REALT
(971) 369-7947
22 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$650,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Village Green Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Scouters Mountain Nature Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Hidden Falls Nature Park
- Trails
- Hiking
- Walking Paths
Rose Creek Trail
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Sieben Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
- Walking Paths
Ashley Meadows Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Pioneer Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rock Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rock Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rock Creek, Carver sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rock Creek, Carver over the last 12 months is $589,900, up 61% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$512,500
Median Sale Price
$589,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$514,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
61%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$259
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,340
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1997
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,052
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,720
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 31 - 4pm
$594,900
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,786 Sq Ft
- 14967 SE Bradford Rd
- New 20 days ago
Awesome Happy Valley location on a corner lot with RV Access to the big back yard. Space for everyone. Covered patio provides for great outdoor entertaining or convert to your RV or boat storage with gate access to the street. Easy walking neighborhood with sidewalks for easy access to multiple community parks, library, elementary school & restaurants. Many updates include NEW roof, NEW primary
Joni Schaber Nova Realty NW, LLC
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$599,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,784 Sq Ft
- 15193 SE Brackenbush Rd
Rare 1 level Ranch, Crazy amount of cabinet in Garage W/ work bench, Hot water hose bib, Deck off Master w/ retractable awning, Fenced back yard, Pioneer Park across the street. 23 feet of work bench area in Garage. Large Garage 23 x 21. Well kept home/ Great condition! HOA info to follow.
John VarnerJohn A Varner Realty(971) 272-8638 -
$764,950
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,929 Sq Ft
- 15015 SE Aspen Way
- New 5 days ago
Great Mascord designed Craftsman style home in the popular Wenzel Park Estates neighborhood. Tucked away off the main corridors yet easy access to freeways, airport, dining, shopping, Clackamas River activities and so much more. Main level has 9 foot ceilings with open floorplan featuring a great room with cozy gas fireplace & built-in entertainment center. Dining area adjoins stainless & granite
Jim Henderson Oregon Digs Real Estate
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$675,000
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,991 Sq Ft
- 14559 SE Bella Rd
- New 6 days ago
You will fall in love with this warm and welcoming Craftsman-style home in desirable Addison Meadows, built in 2018. The heart of the home is the open-concept living area, where a cozy gas fireplace anchors the family room and flows into a fabulous kitchen. The kitchen features granite countertops, a large island, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, a spacious pantry, plenty of storage, and
Kathleen Myers RE/MAX Equity Group
Homes for Rent
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$1,680 - $2,899 per month
- Sunnyside Village Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 705+ Sq Ft
- 13674 SE 145th Ave
- Clackamas, OR
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,646
Median Age
40
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,495
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,270
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31.6%
Advanced Degrees
11.4%
% Population in Labor Force
68.5%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66
/ 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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