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Glenfair

Glenfair

Neighborhood in Portland, Oregon

Multnomah County 97230, 97233

$453,254 Average Value
$271 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Urban accessibility in eastern Portland

Located in eastern Portland, the compact community of Glenfair offers a suburban-like environment with convenient transit access and a high sense of walkability. Locals can spend their time outdoors picnicking at Glenfair Park, hopping on the accessible MAX Light Rail centrally located in the community and attending events hosted by the Glenfair Neighborhood Association. While the neighborhood might be small, notable staples like Food Cart Heaven and family-owned Chai Thai help maintain a huge draw for prospective buyers and owners living within the community. Residents here take advantage of affordable entry-level home pricing and a community-oriented feel without having to sacrifice nearby urban amenities. “Glenfair attracts quite a few first-time buyers and Portland commuters capitalizing on the proximity to downtown,” says Debra Neal, long-time local Principal Broker with Windermere Realty Trust.

Mid-century ramblers and multi-family townhouses

Glenfair features a range of housing options from mid-century ramblers and bi-level homes to New Traditionals and multi-family townhouses. While renters primarily dominate the community, many of the apartment complexes reside along the TriMet MAX line maintaining a more residential feel for permanent residents. Townhouses and condos are seen on the eastern side of the community while homes are spread throughout. With a median sales price of $410,000, price points here can range from the mid 200,000s to upwards of $600,000 depending on the age, size and location of the property. For example, a two-bedroom ranch-style fixer-upper can go for around $262,000, while a fully renovated three-bedroom mid-century rambler within walking distance of Glendoveer Golf Course can go for around $611,000. Homes closer to Glendoveer Golf Course are subject to increased price points here. Homes here often feature paved driveways wide enough for RVs and are typically fronted by small lawns with wooden fences or hedges for added privacy from neighbors. “The Glenfair community offers several different home styles at an accessible entry-level price point,” says Neal.

Shopping at Gateway Shopping Center

Residents here shop at Gateway Shopping Center, which offers a variety of department stores and retailers to choose from, like Kohl’s, Ross Dress for Less and Office Depot. While groceries and other everyday essentials are available at nearby stores like Albertsons, WinCo Foods and Walgreens Pharmacy. When dining in the area, locals head to the unassuming Food Cart Heaven, which features carts like Aquino Taqueria offering Birria tacos and Mexican fare or Latha African Style BBQ for authentic African cuisine and smoked barbeque. For quality pizzas at bargain prices, visit CheZee Pizza for Italian meals and pizza made with homemade dough. And check out family-owned Chai Thai for a wide tea selection and southeast Asian meals.

The annual National Night Out block party

In August, the Glenfair Neighborhood Association hosts the annual National Night Out (NNO) block party at Glenfair Park. With more than 20,000 Portland residents celebrating NNO on the first Tuesday of August every year, the Glenfair community offers an opportunity for residents to connect and build a more friendly neighborhood in the process. Visitors can expect live music, local business vendors and free fun for all ages.

Education within Reynolds School District

Students in Glenfair can attend schools like Glenfair Elementary, Hauton B Lee Middle and Reynolds High School, all three of which earned a ranking of C-minus or higher from the educational review site, Niche. Glenfair Elementary School offers community resources from a food pantry, family health fair and a weatherization workshop, while Hauton B Lee Middle School offers an Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) course for Grades 7 and 8, which incorporates strategies focused on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading. Reynolds High School serves over 2,500 students and offers a rigorous curriculum with 8 Advanced Placement (AP) courses for higher education preparation. Private institutions like Portland Christian Elementary School and Portland Christian Jr/Sr High School are also common here.

Picnic under the Douglas fir trees at Glenfair Park

Residents here are within walking distance of Glenfair Park, which features 5 acres of green space perfect for picnicking at the wooden tables or under the Douglas fir trees that dot the park. Golf enthusiasts are in luck with Glendoveer Golf and Tennis nearby, which features a driving range, 4 indoor tennis courts and 36 holes to spend time fine-tuning a golf swing. Residents hoping to exercise their green thumbs can visit the Glenfair Community Garden located where Northeast 143rd Avenue meets East Burnside Street. The garden was developed in partnership with the Glenfair Neighborhood Association and the Glenfair Evangelical Church.

Nearby healthcare and routine traveling on the MAX Light Rail

Glenfair relies on Northeast Glisan Street for easy access to Interstate 84 and downtown Portland. Residents utilize East Burnside Street when traveling within the community and towards neighboring areas like Hazelwood and Wilkes. Public transit options like the TriMet bus start at $2.80 for adults one-way in and around Portland. Glenfair riders can start their ride on bus route 20, which operates along Southeast Stark Street. Also, the MAX Light Rail’s Blue Line runs right through the middle of Glenfair, with stations at East 148th Avenue and East 162nd Avenue. The light rail is another way to get downtown and operates every 15 minutes. For those seeking to travel longer distances, the Portland International Airport is only 7 miles away from Glenfair. For healthcare, residents here are 3 miles from Adventist Health Portland. When it comes to crime, Glenfair scores an average CAP Index score of 7, which is 3 points higher than the national average.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Portland International

17 min drive

Subway

E 148Th

Bus

SE Stark & 160th

Bus

SE Stark & 151st

Bus

SE Stark & 148th

Bus

SE Stark & 155th Pl

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Glenfair US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 8 4
Robbery 8 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 9 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$420,450
Median Single Family Price
$435,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$271
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$469,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
423
Median Year Built
1965
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,716
Below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,153
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,205
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,519
Median Age
36
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.3%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$47,228
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,564

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.4%
College Graduates
19.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
% Population in Labor Force
48.5%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

53 / 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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