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Centennial

Centennial

3.2
$427,756 Average Value
$296 Average Price per Sq Ft
48 Homes For Sale

Centennial has a slower pace in Portland's suburbia

Centennial has well-established homes between Portland's urban core and the wide-open spaces of Gresham's suburbia. Home to longstanding restaurants, scenic hiking trails and plenty of public transit, Centennial has a slower pace of life, just 20 minutes from Downtown Portland.

Two-story homes are a common style in the Centennial neighborhood.
Two-story homes are a common style in the Centennial neighborhood.
Powell Butte Nature Park offers trails and amenities for Centennial residents.
Powell Butte Nature Park offers trails and amenities for Centennial residents.
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Home styles span decades with lower prices than inner-east Portland

Centennial has a mix of New Traditional, split-level and ranch-style homes. Prices range from the lower $200,000s to the upper $600,000s. While home values are above the nationwide average, they are typically lower than in most inner-east neighborhoods, as well as the citywide average. You can find houses from the early 1900s and 1950s, as well as newer construction from the 2000s. Some subdivisions, such as Powell Butte Heights, have 21st-century homes and direct access to Powell Butte Nature Park, though living here requires a monthly homeowners association fee. "This is the definition of suburbia. It has dead-end streets, winding roads and established landscaping. You may never want to leave," says Claire Paris, principal broker and owner at Paris Group Realty.

Well-maintained yards reflect pride of ownership in the Centennial neighborhood.
Well-maintained yards reflect pride of ownership in the Centennial neighborhood.
A mix of trees and greenery adds visual variety throughout the Centennial neighborhood.
A mix of trees and greenery adds visual variety throughout the Centennial neighborhood.
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Get outside with Powell Butte trails, golfing and trips to Mount Hood

Glendoveer is a public golf and tennis club just north of Centennial, with two 18-hole golf courses for fair-weather play and indoor tennis courts. Play basketball or skate the half-pipes at Parklane Park, which has a playground and an off-leash dog area. It may be noisy for residents living near the Portland Gun Club on the neighborhood's south end. You can walk or bike to Powell Butte Nature Park. This extinct cinder cone volcano offers miles of hiking and mountain-biking trails that connect Centennial to awe-inspiring views of Mount Hood. You can also reach outdoor recreation southeast of the city, such as Mount Hood National Forest. "You're closer to the mountains in Southeast Portland. It's only a 40-minute drive," says Korrie Hicks, a longtime Portland resident and real estate broker at KOR Realty. "You can get to the freeway in two different directions, so it's easy to get where you need to go."

Powell Butte Nature Park includes an interactive information center for visitors.
Powell Butte Nature Park includes an interactive information center for visitors.
Mount Hood views are visible from parts of the Centennial neighborhood.
Mount Hood views are visible from parts of the Centennial neighborhood.
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What transfers and programs are like in Centennial Schools

Centennial School District primarily assigns students to neighborhood schools, but families can seek in-district and cross-district transfers, as well as specialized programs. Transfers depend on district policy and are approved based on space availability, with a lottery system when demand exceeds capacity. The district's Virtual Academy has dual enrollment and full-time asynchronous options. Part of the Preschool for All program, the district has two public preschools that eligible students can attend. "I like the school district because my kids went to Centennial," Hicks says. "Many people in Portland don't know about it because it's relatively small, but I really like their programs."

Centennial High School signage marks the main entrance to the campus.
Centennial High School signage marks the main entrance to the campus.
Alder Elementary School serves students in the Centennial neighborhood.
Alder Elementary School serves students in the Centennial neighborhood.
Centennial Middle School serves students in Portland’s Centennial neighborhood.
Centennial Middle School serves students in Portland’s Centennial neighborhood.
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Low‑key restaurants and neighborhood bars

While Centennial is farther from Portland's trendy breweries and retail districts, it has many Chinese restaurants, recognizable chains and dive bars, among others:

  • Stop in for lunch at unassuming restaurants like Gyro House Mediterranean Grill or the Birrieria PDX food truck.
  • Have American fare and draft beer at McMenamins Highland Pub & Brewery, an eclectic dining space with chandelier lighting.
  • Play poker or sing karaoke at the Lariat Lounge, a Western-themed dive bar close to home.
  • Head down Division Street to pick up groceries at Fred Meyer or Latin goods at Supermercado.

Lariat Lounge is a neighborhood bar in Portland’s Centennial area.
Lariat Lounge is a neighborhood bar in Portland’s Centennial area.
Dutch Bros Coffee provides a convenient drive-thru stop in the Centennial neighborhood.
Dutch Bros Coffee provides a convenient drive-thru stop in the Centennial neighborhood.
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Highways and greenways connect residents to key destinations

Traffic permitting, Downtown Portland is a 20-minute drive from Centennial via Division Street and Interstate 205. Portland is known for its bike-friendly greenways, including bike lanes and trails surrounding this neighborhood. The TriMet bus makes stops along Powell Boulevard and Division Street. The MAX light rail also connects residents to downtown, with train pickups on Burnside Street. Downtown Gresham is just 4 miles east, with more entertainment and employment options. Healthcare professionals can get to Adventist Health Portland in less than 15 minutes. You can book worldwide flights at Portland International Airport, approximately 11 miles northwest on I-205.

Bus stops throughout the Centennial neighborhood support public transit access.
Bus stops throughout the Centennial neighborhood support public transit access.
Protected bike lanes line NE Glisan Street in Portland’s Centennial.
Protected bike lanes line NE Glisan Street in Portland’s Centennial.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Portland International

21 min drive

Bus

SE Powell & 170th

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SE Powell & 160th

Bus

SE Powell & Naegeli

Bus

SE Division & 174th Ave

Bus

SE 162nd & Tibbetts

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SE Division & 168th Ave

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SE Division & 142nd Ave

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 5 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
3/2/2016 Niche Review
Crime is constant in specific areas, but not near the suburban area. Police are quick at responding and so are fire and emergency vehicles.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Centennial US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
5,959
Number of Homes for Sale
48
Median Year Built
1963
Months of Supply
3.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,472
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,808
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,110
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
724
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
22
Median Rent
$1,722
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,625
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,750
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,095
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,123
Median Condo Rent
$1,695
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,695

Demographics

Total Population
23,609
Median Age
39
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$57,947
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$71,687

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.3%
College Graduates
17.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
7''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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