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A quiet community escape 14 miles west of Portland
Home to the oldest cemetery in Oregon, West Union was settled in the 1840s by Oregon Trail pioneers led by David Thomas Lenox. Today, West Union residents live on the hills and flat plains in a small cluster of neighborhoods between Cornelius Pass Road and 185th Avenue. “This area is your gateway straight west to the beach or east to Portland if you hop on Sunset Highway,” says Steve Roesch, broker and owner of NextHome Portland/Salem and Vancouver, Washington. “What also drives a lot of folks to the area are the big businesses like Nike and Intel. Both have campuses nearby.” Rural homes off Old Pass Road with large lots often have pole barns and plenty of storage. Liberty High School sits next to a few industrial wholesale and supply buildings on the west side of town, and much of the northern part of the neighborhood takes advantage of the landscape for industrial farming. McMenamins Rock Creek Tavern is in the northernmost tip of the neighborhood, and the Tanasbourne Town Center and Village has dozens of shopping and dining locations off Evergreen Parkway. Students attend schools within both the Hillsboro School District, which is graded an overall B on Niche, and the Beaverton School District, graded an A.
Commanding aerial view of the rural West Union neighborhood.
Row of Mid-Century Rancher style homes in the West Union neighborhood.
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Pioneer history in West Union, Oregon
The West Union Baptist Church was built in 1853 and still stands today as the oldest Baptist society and Protestant church building west of the Rocky Mountains. The church overlooks the oldest cemetery in Oregon, the final resting place of settlers who lived in West Union nearly 200 years ago. West Union is the location of Washington County’s first school district. Those remaining schoolhouses fall within the Hillsboro School District today.
The historic West Union Baptist Church in West Union.
West Union Elementary School was established in 1851.
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Rural and suburban homes in West Union
Most homes in West Union are located on the southeast side of town within the Rock Creek neighborhood. “The Rock Creek area is an established neighborhood with homes from the 70s and 80s in mid-century modern styles,” Roesch says. “Houses that back up to the golf course have a lot of value, and they’ll sometimes have private pools overlooking the fairways.” Though not part of a Homeowners’ Association, Rock Creek Country Club resides within the community, and the streets here are lined with lush landscaping of native wildflowers, shrubs and trees. Homes in the Rock Creek neighborhood tend to cost between $650,000 and $1 million. Rural homes with an acre or two of land in the hillside can range in price. Two-bedroom ranch homes may cost between $475,000 and $600,000, while farmhouse-inspired estates can cost upwards of $1 million.
You'll find large homes on sprawling estates in West Union.
Northwest Contemporary style home in West Union.
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West Union school achievements
Students living in the Rock Creek Neighborhood may attend schools within the Beaverton School District, starting with Rock Creek Elementary. They then attend Five Oaks Middle School and then Westview High School, with over 90 after-school clubs listed on their roster. All schools score an A grade on Niche. Students living at more rural addresses in the northwest part of West Union may first attend West Union Elementary School, which earns a B-minus on Niche. Most students in the area then attend J.W. Poynter Middle School on the other side of the airport, which includes class electives like creative writing and an introduction to engineering. Liberty High School has dozens of after-school clubs and activities, including an Aerospace Club, which takes place at Hillsboro Airport. All three of these schools earn a B-plus rating on Niche.
Students in West Union can attend Liberty High School.
School Spirit at West Union Elementary School in West Union.
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Commutes to downtown and the Portland International Airport
Though West Union is about 14 miles from Portland’s bustling downtown, the Oregon Zoo and Portland’s Japanese Garden, traffic tends to get backed up on U.S. Route 26. Portland International Airport (PDS) is 26 miles east of West Union for residents who are traveling out of town. Providence St. Vincent Medical Center is about 10 miles away down Route 26 in case of an emergency, and to get around, locals can hop on MAX Blue Line buses along stops on Evergreen Parkway.
McMenamins Rock Creek Tavern & Tanasbourne Town Center
For those willing to drive about 3 miles up Old Cornelius Pass Road, the McMenamins Rock Creek Tavern is a storybook-worthy, secluded outpost with live music, shuffleboard and classic Northwest-style pub fare. They also have an extensive on-tap list for those after-work hangouts or weekend date nights. Helvetia Farm Market is a nice spot to hang out and buy local produce and goods. The Meating Place butcher shop and its cafe across the parking lot are popular among locals who enjoy fresh cuts and a good meal. “Shopping is big here. People come from all over to shop at Tanasbourne,” Roesch says. “From big box stores to little restaurants, this is a shopping mecca.” Locals flock to Tanasbourne Town Center and The Streets of Tanasbourne, a large outdoor shopping mall with dozens of retail spaces and restaurants like Best Buy, Target and Chick-fil-A. For something sweet, head to Crumbl next to Trader Joe’s for specialty cookies. The Prime Tap House on 106th Avenue is a beer hall and event space with experiences like a Paint Night, where friends drink and paint together.
Shop for local meats pre-made meals at The Meating Place Butcher Shop.
Enjoy eating in the garden like patio of McMenamins Rock Creek Tavern.
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Indoor and outdoor West Union recreation
West Union has a lot of natural outdoor spaces and indoor recreation to explore, from hiking and cycling along the Rock Creek trail past Bethany Lake, to hitting golf balls down the Rock Creek Country Club’s fairways - if you're a member. Families can spend a day at Top Golf and compete in a friendly game of Angry Birds or race around at the indoor Go-Kart track at K1 Amusements. At Rock Creek Park, kids can run around on the large playground or play a game of pickup basketball. The Rock Creek West Soccer Fields sit beneath a string of power lines at Tualatin Hills Park. “Oregon likes to use all the outdoor space it can, so when utility zones like powerlines go up, they create parks, trails and green spaces to join them,” Roesch says. “Every Saturday from spring to fall, you’ll see tons of people there to watch the kids play. If you like to coach soccer for your kids, you’ll end up there.” Bethany Lake Park behind the soccer fields is a nice little fishing spot, with paved biking and walking trails for dog walkers and those who enjoy an evening stroll. Gordon Faber Recreation Complex across the highway is home to Ron Tonkin Field, where fans can watch the Hillsboro Hops play baseball. Portland Community College's Rock Creek location also has a massive sports complex, letting locals and students alike to get outside and exercise.
Exterior view of the Ron Tonkin Stadium just down the road from West Union.
West Union residents are just down the road from Top Golf
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Parks in this Area
Rock Creek Park
Gordon Faber Recreation Complex
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Parking Lot
Hondo Dog Park
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Trails
Bethany Lake Park
Lake
Trails
Abbey Creek Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Parivar Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Five Oaks Historical Site
Transit
Airport
Portland International
40 min drive
Bus
NW 185th & Rock Creek School
Bus
Pinefarm Place
Bus
Westmark Center
Bus
NW 185th & West Union
Bus
NW 185th & Rock Creek
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Union
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Union, Hillsboro sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Union, Hillsboro over the last 12 months is $649,137, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,774
Median Age
42
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$106,470
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,363
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
44.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.5%
% Population in Labor Force
71.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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