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East Sandy River Area

East Sandy River Area

$706,692 Average Value
$210 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Close-knit community in Corbett despite spacious lots

Stretching across the rolling terrain west of Larch Mountain, the East Sandy River Area of Corbett is covered with farmland and dense forests. Homes come on acres of land, and though neighbors may have plenty of space between them, the closeness of the community is what compels newcomers. “They want the sense of community. It’s been lost in the digital age, but [people in Corbett] make the community, belly to belly,” says Michelle Carter Smith, a broker with RE/MAX Equity Group who lived in Corbett for more than two decades and raised her two sons there. “Neighbors help neighbors. It doesn’t matter if they are 2 miles away. They are constantly talking to each other, at the post office, at the market, or the grange.”
East Sandy River Area is a rural community with an assortment of working and hobby farms.
East Sandy River Area is a rural community with an assortment of working and hobby farms.
Many homes in East Sandy River Area are situated on large lots with acreage.
Many homes in East Sandy River Area are situated on large lots with acreage.
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Sandy River access at Dabney State Recreation Area

The East Sandy River Area stretches across acres of rolling hills and farm fields, interspersed with unique country homes and farmhouses. The Dabney State Recreation Area makes up 138 of those acres, along a parallel stretch of the Sandy River with a rocky beach that allows for a refreshing dip during the warmer months. A barbecue pit, picnic tables, a nearby volleyball court and horseshoe kits make for a natural gathering space. The park’s 18-hole disc golf course is considered one of the most technical and challenging in the region, though boating, fishing, tubing, rafting and swimming on the Sandy River often upstage on-land sports. The cobbled bottoms and the winding course of the river make it a favorite among those casting a line for salmon and steelhead.
Dabney State Recreation Area offers recreational opportunities for residents of East Sandy River Area.
Dabney State Recreation Area offers recreational opportunities for residents of East Sandy River Area.
Rafting and swimming are popular activities in the Sandy River in the East Sandy River Area.
Rafting and swimming are popular activities in the Sandy River in the East Sandy River Area.
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Manufactured homes and farmhouses with generous acreage

Homes in the East Sandy River Area are often concealed at the end of lengthy driveways that stem from winding country roads. Manufactured homes on acres of land come with room for recreational vehicles, boats and livestock. More traditional farmhouses are common too, as well as chalet-style homes—both new and old—equipped with upscale features like saunas and hot tubs. Prices range from $400,000 to $550,000, while larger farmhouses are on anywhere between 2 and 20 acres of land. Those with increased square footage fetch between $700,000 and $1 million.

Ample acreage means space to be outside, especially for children in the area. “They’re not sitting in the house watching TV,” Smith says. “They are riding their horses, riding their quad [bikes] or helping with chores. My kids grew up hiking on Larch Mountain.”
East Sandy River Area contains many manufactured homes.
East Sandy River Area contains many manufactured homes.
Chalet style homes can be found in densely wooded parts of East Sandy River Area.
Chalet style homes can be found in densely wooded parts of East Sandy River Area.
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One of the top Portland-area charter schools

The neighborhood schools are part of the chartered Corbett School District, though students who live within the district boundaries are guaranteed acceptance. The system of schools, all under one roof, earns a B-plus overall grade from Niche, which ranks its high school as the second-best charter school in the Portland metro area. Corbett Grade School’s curriculum is designed around the surrounding Columbia River Gorge, while the Corbett Arts Program with Spanish is a K-8 program that focuses on the arts and provides Spanish instruction to every student. After Corbett Middle School, students advance to Corbett High School, which offers one of the most extensive Advanced Placement programs in the state, preparing students for further academia.
Corbett Schools is a charter elementary, middle & high school in Corbett Oregon.
Corbett Schools is a charter elementary, middle & high school in Corbett Oregon.
Corbett Schools is a charter elementary, middle & high school in Corbett Oregon.
Corbett Schools is a charter elementary, middle & high school in Corbett Oregon.
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Riverfront dining in the old “Viking Park”

The largely rural community is home to a few local eateries with vibrant histories. Junki’s Riverview Restaurant is a fine riverfront dining establishment on land that was once known as “Viking Park.” Its predecessor was a Swedish café that leased the property from a Swedish heritage organization. Today, milled trees from the surrounding landscape accent the seafood-oriented restaurant, which features entrees like miso-glazed salmon and halibut piccata. Less than 2 miles away, the Historic Springdale Pub serves calzones, pizza and modern bar food like sliders, fish-and-chip baskets and nachos. However, it was originally a service station, roadhouse and mercantile since its early days in 1914. The Glen Irvin Market offers to-go options, like sandwiches, and limited groceries, while neighboring towns like Gresham and Troutdale have large-name grocers such as Fred Meyer and Safeway.
Residents of East Sandy River Area can meet friends for a pint and pub fare at the Historic Springdale Pub.
Residents of East Sandy River Area can meet friends for a pint and pub fare at the Historic Springdale Pub.
East Sandy River Area residents can find soft serve and elevated comfort food  at the nearby Sugarpine Drive in.
East Sandy River Area residents can find soft serve and elevated comfort food at the nearby Sugarpine Drive in.
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Historic Columbia River Highway passes through “Waterfall Alley”

Interstate 84 runs along the Columbia River, north of the neighborhood, and into downtown Portland, about 30 miles away. The Historic Columbia River Highway carves through the western region of the neighborhood, eventually connecting to the interstate and the town of Troutdale. In the east of the neighborhood, the highway leads to “Waterfall Alley” before reaching the famous Multnomah Falls.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Portland International

42 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime East Sandy River Area US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

East Sandy River Area Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$365,900
Median Sale Price
$365,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$365,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$499,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$270,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$210

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
521
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1975
Months of Supply
5.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,116
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
52,054

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,618
Median Age
48
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$99,749
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$119,754

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
44.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.2%
% Population in Labor Force
70.4%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
9''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

9 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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East Sandy River Area
Stephanie Peck
eXp Realty, LLC
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