Buckman
Neighborhood in Portland, Oregon
Multnomah County 97214
Home options suit a variety of tastes
A variety of single-family and multi-family homes, and apartments, are woven around Buckman’s plethora of attractions. Some of Buckman’s historic homes date back to the late 1800s and, on the opposite side of the spectrum, there are some newly built townhomes in the neighborhood as well. The traditional houses in Buckman take mostly Craftsman or Victorian styling. Many have multiple stories, and the entirety of the neighborhood is organized in grid fashion. Typical sale prices in Buckman can range from the $700,000s to the $900,000s. “It is a good mix,” Radany says. “Craftsman houses and old Victorians. Some get painted really cool, bright, crazy colors, which is a lot of fun.”
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Colonel Summers Park can satisfy all ages
Colonel Summers Park is within quick walking distance for many in Buckman. The 6-acre space gained a new picnic area and a splash pad as part of a 2017 upgrade. There’s a community garden within the park as well, a perfect place for locals to show off their green thumb.More spacious options in the 32-acre Laurelhurst Park and the 191-acre Mount Tabor Park are not far outside Buckman, too.
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Schools carry a good reputation
Children in Buckman can enter the Portland Public Schools system, starting at the neighborhood’s Buckman Elementary for kindergarten through fifth grade, which has a B-plus rating on Niche. Buckman Elementary is noted for its arts-integrated curriculum, facilitating holistic nourishment and development. From here students can progress to the B-plus Hosford Middle for grades 6 to 8, whose robust catalog of elective classes ranges from ceramics to engineering. Then students can move into the B-plus-rated Cleveland High, which has a Career and Technical Education program with courses in culinary arts, digital media, mass communications and marketing, and woodworking and construction.
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Community finds time to come together
Among Buckman’s annual traditions is a community picnic each July at the neighborhood’s Colonel Summers Park. The picnic features not just food, but also live music. Colonel Summers Park is also the site of periodic kickball meetups and leagues.
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Getting around is a breeze
Buckman’s compact organization means that, for residents, all of the neighborhood’s many amenities are just a short walk or bike ride away. But those looking to travel farther can hop on the TriMet bus via one of the several stops around the neighborhood. TriMet features more than 80 lines. Also, drivers here can hop right on the Morrison Bridge to cross the Willamette River and reach Downtown Portland, a trip of just a couple of miles.A spot for any taste
Restaurants, bars and breweries pepper Buckman heavily. Wing lovers may be drawn to a restaurant that proclaims to have the best wings in all of Portland: Fire on the Mountain. At Fire on the Mountain, in addition to traditional Buffalo, visitors can douse their wings in sauces like Bourbon Chipotle and Raspberry Habanero.Grand Fir Brewing is a popular spot to grab a drink, with roughly a dozen beers on tap and a menu of about a dozen more cocktails. “Awesome atmosphere, everyone is super nice,” Radany says. “That’s definitely a hallmark of this community.”
Radany’s own space, Experiment PDX, is right next door, a museum and event venue that caters to all ages and has a jam-packed calendar. “My vision for it is for it to be a space for people to come and share and learn and be creative,” Radany says. “A space for Portland nerds.” The museum here features hands-on exhibits with Lego robotics, electrical circuits and more. Kids can go to Experiment PDX’s summer camps and afterschool classes, and adults can grab a drink at the bar. “I’ve done things like science cocktail nights and nerd standup poetry slams,” Radany says.
Locals can also stop by Imago Theater to catch one of the rotating plays on the docket. Or they can go to Bossanova Ballroom for a concert — the facility is the oldest continuously operating music and dance hall in Portland, dating back to 1907.
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Crime
According to the CAP Index motor vehicle theft, burglary and larceny are well above national averages in Buckman.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Erin Primrose
Erin Primrose
Real Broker
(360) 869-0587
71 Total Sales
1 in Buckman
$657,000 Price
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Dan Walters
Dan Walters
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Portland Elite
(360) 803-2676
80 Total Sales
1 in Buckman
$740,000 Price
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Michael Green
Michael Green
Stellar Realty Northwest
(360) 803-1735
140 Total Sales
1 in Buckman
$421,460 Price
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Laurie Sonnenfeld
Laurie Sonnenfeld
Laurie Sonnenfeld Realty
(503) 676-5674
32 Total Sales
1 in Buckman
$898,000 Price
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Victoria Buck
Victoria Buck
Stellar Realty Northwest
(971) 351-0278
223 Total Sales
2 in Buckman
$385K - $421K Price Range
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Jeff Birndorf
Jeff Birndorf
Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
(971) 307-9410
74 Total Sales
1 in Buckman
$365,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Colonel Summers Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Trails
Oregon Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Sewallcrest Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Multi-Purpose Field
Buckman Field
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
- Tennis
Eastbank Esplanade
- Trails
- River
Ladd Circle Park
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Buckman | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10 | 4 |
| Larceny | 9 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Buckman Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Buckman, Portland sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Buckman, Portland over the last 12 months is $588,750, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$597,450
Median Sale Price
$588,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$725,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$817,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$409,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
38
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$332
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,162
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1908
Months of Supply
4.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,050
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,524
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,159
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
996
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
850
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$1,095,000
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 3,414 Sq Ft
- 2312 SE Madison St
LOCATION could not be sweeter on for this 5-plex just 1 block from Grand Central Bakery and all of the delights of Hawthorne St. Uniquely situation on the corner of Madison and SE 23rd, this 5 unit complex has 5 distinct layouts including 1 2/1 Unit and 4 1/1 Units: the "penthouse" spanning the entire upstairs and includes a den. This home has been beautifully maintained and includes gas stoves
Merilee LloydMal & Seitz(971) 216-3755 -
$850,000
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 3,579 Sq Ft
- 233 SE 28th Ave
- New 18 days ago
Amazing home, amazing location, amazing lot, amazing ADU!!! Walk Score of 96, Bike Score of 95!! It is hard to beat a location where you can walk to multiple parks, award winning restaurants, premier music venues and the list goes on...Luce, Sammich, Whole foods, Kens Artisan Pizza, Bamboo Sushi, ZoomCare, Pioneer Rose Garden, Revolution Hall, Laurelhurst Park and more! Classic large front porch
Bradley Wulf Keller Williams Realty Professionals
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$1,750,000
- 12 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 9,682 Sq Ft
- 1814 SE Madison St
- New 18 days ago
Spectacular 6-plex on a beautiful tree lined tree in the close-in SE Portland, Buckman Neighborhood. Just a block from the cafes restaurants on Hawthorne Blvd. The front 4 units of the 6-plex were built with a logical and functional layout and they maintain the original charm of this 1904 building; however, they have been updated and upgraded for comfort and functionality. All 4 units in the
Brian Porter Opt
Homes for Rent
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$1,349 - $1,599 per month
- East of Eleven
- Studio-1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 451+ Sq Ft
- 310 SE 12th Ave
- Portland, OR
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,797
Median Age
37
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
13.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,711
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,643
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
61.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20%
% Population in Labor Force
80.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
96
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
94
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
57
/ 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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