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Central Hillsboro is a short drive from restaurants and major corporations
By city standards, Central Hillsboro was already in a convenient location. However, it has become a truly sought-after location as Hillsboro develops into a corporate hub for the Portland metro area. "It's like a little Silicon Valley," says Realtor Gary Potts with the Portland Southwest team of John L. Scott Real Estate. "Hillsboro is probably the most inviting city in the Portland area to multinational corporations and new businesses." Among the tech giants, Intel's Hillsboro campus — one of the company's largest — is less than 5 miles north of Central Hillsboro. Small businesses are also booming, in the form of restaurants, bars and other eateries in the downtown neighborhood. "A lot of people come here from California cities like San Francisco to spend less time in their car," says Potts, who has sold homes in the Portland area since 1999. "Here, they have a short commute, so they can actually enjoy their life and all the restaurants in town."
Central HIllsboro is booming into a corporate hub with major employers like Intel and nearby shopping districts.
Central Hillsboro is attractive for residents who prefer walking and cycling around town.
Residents can check out Amelia's Exquisite Mexican Dining for Mayan-inspired dishes.
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Downtown bungalows and established suburbs
Despite the area's growth, the Central Hillsboro streetscape has remained relatively unchanged. "You might find some new developments around town, but in this area, you've got downtown and established suburbs around it," Potts says. "Most communities have been around for a while." The older and smaller options keep neighborhood prices relatively lower than in nearby Beaverton or in Portland proper. 1930s bungalows and 1960s ranch-style homes range from under $300,000 to about $500,000. Most sit on midsize lots shaded by mature trees within walking distance of downtown restaurants. In the suburbs east of downtown, midsize ranch-style, bi-level and new traditional homes on spacious lawns range from $500,000 to $700,000. Large suburban options, including midcentury cabins on forested one-acre properties, can cost $700,000 to around $1 million.
Mid-century rancher homes bump elbows with new Craftsman homes in Central Hillsboro.
Mid-Century rancher homes sit on well-appointed lots lined with evergreens.
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Hillsboro Schools in the neighborhood
Central Hillsboro is served by the Hillsboro Unified School District, which earns a B rating from Niche. Many students begin in the neighborhood at Lincoln Street Elementary, rated C-minus, followed by Evergreen Middle and Glencoe High, both rated B. Nineteen languages are spoken among the student body at Glencoe High, a reflection of the area's notable diversity.
Students can start their education at Lincoln Street Elementary School in Hillsboro, Oregon.
Evergreen Middle School serves students in Hillsboro, Oregon.
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Downtown Hillsboro's growing culinary scene
The west end of the neighborhood is downtown Hillsboro, the city hub for small businesses. "People in this neighborhood don't go to Beaverton or Portland for restaurants," Potts says. "They have lots of restaurants, outdoor patios and other places to eat and drink." Downtown showcases all kinds of cuisine, from Pizzario on East Main Street to artisan cafes like Collective Market on 3rd Avenue and pastries at Blue Moon Bakery on Baseline Street. Hillsboro Downtown Station puts local diversity on the menu. The food hall has a parking lot full of food trucks, including Pinch of Spice for Indian fare, Chilean barbecue at Cachai Po and Vietnamese at Pho Sang. Downtown has grocery stores and specialty markets like Super Mercado Mexico. Sunset Esplanade, on state Route 8, offers larger stores like Target and Lowe's. There's also a Costco a few miles north next to Hillsboro Airport.
Blue Moon Bakery is a local favorite for gluten free pastries and ready to bake meals.
Central Hillsboro residents can shop for fresh produce, meats and groceries at Supermercado Mexico.
Supermercado Mexico offers the freshest produce in Southeast Hillsboro.
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City parks and the trails in Jackson Bottom Wetlands
The neighborhood has plenty of outdoor recreation just a short drive away. Schute Park, a popular community space on Southeast Maple Street, has a lawn, a playground, picnic areas and public sculptures, all hidden from the road by a dense forest of ponderosa pine and Douglas fir. The Shute Park-Hillsboro Library is next to the main playground, and the Shute Park Aquatic Center is across the street. Jackson Bottom Wetlands is an expansive wildlife refuge south of the neighborhood. Visitors can hike 4 miles of trails brimming with all kinds of wildlife, including bald eagles.
Children love the playgrounds at Shute Park in Central Hillsboro.
What creatures will you discover at the Jackson Bottom Wetlands Nature Preserve?
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Intel campus in Hillsboro and Nike's headquarters in Beaverton
Hillsboro's largest employer, Intel, has a local workforce of 20,000. The city is home to one of the tech company's largest campuses, a sprawling industrial and corporate complex near Hillsboro Airport, a few miles north of the neighborhood. The North Hillsboro Metrolink can take commuters to campus. Several other major employers are in the area: Nike's world headquarters are in Beaverton, less than 10 miles east, and Hillsboro Medical Center is a large employer downtown. Downtown Portland is about 20 miles east. Beaverton and Portland commuters can take the MAX Blue Line Light Rail from downtown Hillsboro.
The OHSU Hillsboro Medical Center is a major employer in Central Hillsboro.
Residents can take the Tri-Met Max blue line out of Central Hillsboro.
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Parks in this Area
Bicentennial Park
Bike Trails
Grills
Picnic Area
Walnut Street Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Shadywood Park
Bike Trails
Golf
Picnic Area
Jackson Bottom Wetlands
Bike Trails
Fishing
Trails
Shute Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Playground
Preserve At Turner Creek
Trails
Transit
Airport
Portland International
49 min drive
Subway
Hatfield Government Center
Subway
Hillsboro Central/Se 3Rd Transit Center
Subway
Tuality Hospital/Se 8Th Avenue
Subway
Washington/Se 12Th Avenue
Bus
Hillsboro Transit Center
Bus
E Main & SE 24th
Bus
SE Baseline St & 2nd
Bus
SE Tualatin Valley HWY & 30th
Bus
SE Baseline St & 7th
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NE Lincoln & 2nd
Bus
SE Tualatin Valley HWY & 11th
Central Hillsboro Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Hillsboro, Hillsboro sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Hillsboro, Hillsboro over the last 12 months is $424,900, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Own a little piece of yesteryear with the "McCormick House", a Foursquare Bungalow, circa 1900, & on the City of Hillsboro's Historic Registry. This treasure is a "standout" home on the block, complete with an award-winning detached 2-story oversized double car garage, w/half bath & boundless potential. The 750 sf. upper garage level has 14 windows to bring in the natural light, perfect for a
Rare opportunity to own a 3-unit investment property in the heart of Hillsboro! LOCATION couldn’t be better - one block from Pacific University Campus, OHSU/Tuality Hospital, busline, MAX, and city center. This unique property includes three well-maintained townhomes, each on its own tax lot, with 2 bedrooms and 1.1 baths. Brand new roof (2024), new washer-dryer and refrigerators (2024), private
Charming, mid-century, private estate with 2,496 square foot, 4-bedrooms (including an office on the main), 2-bathroom home owned by the same family for over six decades. Built in 1930, and nestled on a private, thoughtfully maintained, treed 1.26-acre lot, with an additional 0.38-acre adjacent parcel available for purchase. While the home awaits your personal touch with some cosmetic updates, it
Vanessa CalvertCascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
This level 0.38-acre parcel offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking to build their dream home or expand their current property holdings. The lot comes with significant infrastructure advantages, including access to sewer, water, and electrical utilities already in place. Gas connection is also possible through the neighboring driveway, making this a builder-ready site. Buyer to do due
Vanessa CalvertCascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
At 4th Main you'll enjoy contemporary urban living in the heart of downtown Hillsboro, a vibrant historic district with an abundance of social, cultural, and recreational activities. Pedestrian friendly and inviting, you'll find yourself just steps away from shopping, dining, entertainment and the arts. And at 4th Main you’ll be greeted by a great selection of floor plans ranging from
The Lincoln Street Apartments is a brand-new building in your dream location! Each unit has tall ceilings with large windows, creating an airy atmosphere further enhanced by the gorgeous wood-style flooring. The kitchen boasts all new full-sized stainless-steel appliances, modern and sleek cabinets and countertops, and an open concept perfect for hosting. The kitchen appliances include a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
17,098
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,815
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,599
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
22.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
% Population in Labor Force
63.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
79/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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