A Gresham neighborhood with agricultural roots, Hollybrook is a densely populated suburb a mile from downtown shopping and dining. In the early 1900s, the Springwater Rail Line used to cut through this stretch of farmland carrying passengers and produce between Portland and Boring, Oregon. Now, the train route has become the Springwater Corridor Trail, connecting Hollybrook residents to regional parks on foot or bike.
Ranch-style homes and bi-levels from the 1970s are common here, sitting on grassy lots with small driveways and the occasional backyard pool. Buyers can also find well-maintained split-level builds from the 1980s and 90s. Prices typically range between $350,000 and $600,000. “Affordability is a big part of our draw, I don’t think it will be there for long,” says Greg Walczyk, principal owner and broker of Walczyk & Associates Realty. Walczyk moved to Gresham 25 years ago. “A lot of people come to Gresham not knowing how great it is because it’s the only place they can buy that four-bedroom home that they need. And then they fall in love with it out here.” Condo units within complexes closer to downtown Gresham start around $150,000 and can climb up to $330,000.
Families can walk younger children to Hollydale Elementary School, which has a C-plus from Niche, then students head north to B-minus-rated Clear Creek Middle. Teens graduate from Gresham High School, which earns a C-plus. In 2021, the high school completed several major renovations, unveiling a new gym, media center and more than 50 classrooms.
The neighborhood sits along a two-mile section of the Springwater Corridor Trail, a hiking and cycling trail connecting parks and natural spaces between Portland and Boring. “A lot of people take pride in biking that 40-mile loop,” Walczyk says. “Our clients who have houses on there, they use it a lot: roller blading, biking, it’s also a transportation artery to the main Gresham city park.” Linnemann Station Park is a common rest stop or starting point for the mixed-use trail. The park hosts a reconstructed train station from the region’s trolley and electric rail days.
Hollybrook Park next door to Hollydale Elementary is a common site for kids’ soccer games, though locals also use the space for walks with friends or dogs and afternoons on the playground.
Cedarville Inn is a popular spot for locals and folks stopping along the Springwater Corridor Trail. The down-to-earth establishment is known for cheap drinks, hearty pub grub and a lively back patio. Residents are also close to a diverse restaurant and shopping scene within the city’s historic downtown, less than a mile from the neighborhood’s eastern edge. Shoppers can head west on Powell Boulevard to reach Walmart, Safeway and a mix of local and chain eateries.
Powell Boulevard connects residents to Portland and more central parts of Gresham. Neighborhood sidewalks allow residents to walk to school or bus stops running along Powell and Eastman Parkway.
Hollybrook hosts the annual Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo, a competitive event for regional electricians. Locals gather to watch utility workers scale mock electric poles and flex their skills, or participate in family activities at ground level. Admission is free, and merchandise proceeds are donated to the Oregon Burn Center at Legacy Health.
Homes on the southern border of the neighborhood near Johnson Creek are at an elevated flood risk. Residents within the FEMA-identified Special Flood Hazard zone are eligible for federally subsidized flood insurance.
Tim Sellers
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate
(503) 461-7463
73 Total Sales
2 in Hollybrook
$140K - $380K Price Range
Allison Grice
KJK Properties PC
(833) 759-1337
180 Total Sales
1 in Hollybrook
$392,500 Price
Michael Green
Coldwell Banker Bain
(360) 803-1735
142 Total Sales
1 in Hollybrook
$520,000 Price
Victoria Buck
Coldwell Banker Bain
(971) 351-0278
222 Total Sales
1 in Hollybrook
$520,000 Price
Nick Shivers
Keller Williams PDX Central
(971) 232-4415
1,288 Total Sales
3 in Hollybrook
$250K - $453K Price Range
Kyung Kim
eXp Realty, LLC
(360) 803-1796
84 Total Sales
1 in Hollybrook
$257,500 Price
On average, homes in Hollybrook, Gresham sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Hollybrook, Gresham over the last 12 months is $259,950, down 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$450,000
Well-maintained single-level ranch on an oversized lot in a quiet Gresham neighborhood! 3 bedrooms + office/den, 2 baths, and a spacious living room with cozy fireplace. Bright kitchen opens to dining area and flows into family room—perfect for gatherings. Primary suite with walk-in closet and private bath. Updates include vinyl windows and new 98% efficiency furnace. Two-car garage for
Chris Suarez Keller Williams Sunset Corridor
$558,700
Come see this new construction home in a beautiful, established neighborhood within walking distance of Bella Vista Park and just minutes from downtown Gresham. Crafted by local builder Rosemont Development, this new home just outside the Pleasant Valley area showcases exceptional attention to detail. This commitment to quality reflects the builder's deep roots in the community and pride in their
Thatcher Green Builders Marketing Group
$159,900
Contact an agent about our one-year FREE interest rate buy-down to help reduce your payment for a while. This home sits above the garden level, with a balcony overlooking the yard and trees. Park in your reserved carport space and enjoy ample parking for guests. The home is maintained and the HOA includes an indoor pool, tennis courts, game room (foosball, billiards and more), gathering room,
$159,000
MOTIVATED SELLERS! Great deal! Rentals approved! Easy to maintain 1 bedroom, 1 bath, ground-level home with water, sewer, and trash paid! South-facing, well-lit living room, dining room, and patio. Remodeled for added kitchen storage. Up to two pets allowed with no breed or size restrictions. HOA also takes care of the grounds, landscaping, and maintenance. Leisure amenities include a recreation
$515,000
Beautifully remodeled home on a large corner lot with RV parking and gated access. The open-concept design showcases LVT flooring throughout, two woodburning fireplaces, and a gorgeous new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, and ample storage. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, this home offers both style and functionality with modern finishes and thoughtful updates.
Amy Knight Hardy Properties
$1,406 - $2,051 per month
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Quaint historic downtown suburb 17 miles from Portland
A nature-based neighborhood with access to both hiking trails and downtown Gresham
A central suburb in community-oriented Gresham
New development and hiking trails in Gresham's Southwest hills
