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Goose Hollow

Goose Hollow

4.0
$467,920 Average Value
$349 Average Price per Sq Ft
34 Homes For Sale

Where quiet meets commerce

Although residents may see a few flocks flying overhead, the geese that give this Portland neighborhood its name wandered freely on farmland in the 19th century. The farms are long gone, but the community honors this history with the name Goose Hollow. This trendy neighborhood, like the rest of Portland, offers an eclectic mixture of aesthetics, amenities, and characteristics, from its verdant, hillside streetscapes to its famous Goose Hollow Inn and its abundance of main-street shopping along Burnside Street. These features, compounded with Goose Hollow’s competitive housing prices, ensure that Goose Hollow has something for everyone within its compact boundaries.

Aerial view of Goose hollow and The Hills
Aerial view of Goose hollow and The Hills
Nice view of the commercial area in Goose Hollow.
Nice view of the commercial area in Goose Hollow.
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Sports, steaks and Reuben sandwiches

Most of Goose Hollow’s restaurants are found just north of Providence Park stadium, along West Burnside Street. There, one can find casual spots, including up-and-coming Japanese deli Yokai Musubi, and the deliciously high-end RingSide Steakhouse, a Portland fixture for over 75 years. Perhaps the most famous community hub of Goose Hollow is the Goose Hollow Inn, founded in 1967 by future Portland mayor Bud Clark, who founded the pub with the intent of reviving the name “Goose Hollow” as it nearly left common parlance. This pub has been a mainstay of the community for decades, with a unique mission statement focused on “quality draft, fine food, pleasant music, and stimulating company,” and a specialty in Reuben sandwiches. Visitors can enjoy a musical and merry atmosphere while savoring food, drinks, and the company of friends old and new.

Most of the neighborhood’s shopping can be found on and around West Burnside Street. While the neighborhood doesn’t have the fancy boutiques and galleries prevalent on the east side of Interstate 405, what Goose Hollow does have is popular shopping centers and chain pharmacies, along with the major grocery chain Zupan’s Markets and everything-store Fred Meyer. There are also a fair number of local shops scattered throughout the neighborhood, such as the board game store Mox Boarding House.

Blue Star in Goose Hollow is a go-to destination for donuts and coffee.
Blue Star in Goose Hollow is a go-to destination for donuts and coffee.
Shops in the commercial retail space on Burnside Street in Goose Hollow, Oregon.
Shops in the commercial retail space on Burnside Street in Goose Hollow, Oregon.
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Homes in the hollow

Located at the foothills of the Tualatin Mountains, Goose Hollow is composed of a mix of houses, apartments and commercial buildings. Most homes in the neighborhood were built in the late 19th or early 20th centuries and range from modest bungalows to historic Victorians and palatial Colonial Revivals. These residences range in value from $230,000 to over $2 million, reflecting the great diversity in housing sizes, styles, and ages. Homes in the area tend to be a bit pricier than the city average, not just because of their size but because of the neighborhood’s greenery and excellent views of the city.

Row of Bungalows in Goose Hollow
Row of Bungalows in Goose Hollow
Here is a Pink Victorian in Goose Hollow.
Here is a Pink Victorian in Goose Hollow.
This home is a Tan Colonial Revival in Goose Hollow.
This home is a Tan Colonial Revival in Goose Hollow.
Colonial Revival in Goose Hollow represents some of the luxury properties throughout the area.
Colonial Revival in Goose Hollow represents some of the luxury properties throughout the area.
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Parks for soccer and Sakura

Goose Hollow’s commercial district centers on Providence Park, one of the oldest major soccer stadiums in the nation and home to the Portland Thorns and Portland Timbers. On the west side of Goose Hollow, iconic Washington Park overlooks the neighborhood and the city. The park, which many locals argue is the prettiest in any American city, has everything from a Japanese garden and an arboretum to a forestry museum — not to mention the zoo.

Full front view of Providence Park stadium and the entrance.
Full front view of Providence Park stadium and the entrance.
Art statue can be viewed in the front at Providence Park.
Art statue can be viewed in the front at Providence Park.
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Zoomed out view of Burnside Street in Goose Hollow, Oregon.
Zoomed out view of Burnside Street in Goose Hollow, Oregon.

Getting out of Goose Hollow

As for commuting, Interstate 405 borders the neighborhood to the east, and both Red and Blue MAX Light Rail lines run through Goose Hollow. The offers residents a picturesque, suburban-style community that just happens to be a few blocks away from Downtown Portland.

Lincoln High School view of front with the red design and multiple stories in Uptown, Portland.
Lincoln High School view of front with the red design and multiple stories in Uptown, Portland.

College-focused classrooms

Students attend schools given high ratings by Niche, including the B-plus-rated Chapman Elementary School, the A-minus-rated West Sylvan Middle School and the A-rated Lincoln High School, which has been named the top college prep school and the eighth-best high school in the state.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Portland International

24 min drive

Subway

Goose Hollow/Sw Jefferson

Subway

Kings Hill/Sw Salmon

Subway

Pge Park (Eastbound)

Subway

Pge Park (Westbound)

Bus

SW Vista & Main St

Bus

SW Park Pl & Lewis & Clark

Bus

SW Jefferson & 20th

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SW Columbia & 18th

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SW Jefferson & 17th

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SW Park Pl & St Clair

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W Burnside & NW 19th

Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 7 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
1/12/2019 Niche Review
Lush, hilly and quiet- but only a few minutes from NW and downtown. Providence Park and Goose Hollow Inn provide plenty of entertainment in the meantime. Walk to everything or hop on the Max.
4.0 Niche User
7/5/2016 Niche Review
I enjoy my neighborhood, everything is very accessible and organized. There's a lot to do in Portland, restaurants and other establishments everywhere. There is a homelessness problem, which is unfortunate.
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Goose Hollow Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$347,000
Median Sale Price
$289,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,140,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$387,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
52
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$349

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,100
Number of Homes for Sale
34
Median Year Built
1982
Months of Supply
7.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,352
Significantly above the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,432
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,208
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
863
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
618
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Nov 2
    11:30am - 1pm

    1132 SW 19th Ave Unit 406, Portland, OR 97205

    $279,900

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 886 Sq Ft
    • 1132 SW 19th Ave
    • Unit 406

    "Limited-time offer: Seller and lender can help lower your interest rate!" city and West Hills views, Welcoming open living space with gas fireplace and deck, Den/office space and new paint throughout. Spacious primary suite with walk-in closet accesses the ensuite bathroom. HOA covers concierge, gym, library, theater, community room, secure parking, and all utilities, except electric and cable.

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    Ahmed Elsayed
    Realty One Group Prestige
    (503) 221-8377
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  • Saturday, Nov 1
    1 - 3pm

    2393 SW Park Place Unit 210, Portland, OR 97205

    $395,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,092 Sq Ft
    • 2393 SW Park Place
    • Unit 210
    • New 29 days ago

    Seller will pay the first 2 months of HOA dues! The perfect 2BR/2BA condo in the perfect location! Live on SW Park Pl with the entrance of Washington Park at your back door - desirable and sought after SW Portland urban neighborhood location, tucked into a quiet street with the peaceful backdrop of miles of trails and trees! NW 23rd shops, cafes, art galleries, Zupan's Market, Providence Park

    Cindy Johnson John L. Scott Portland Central

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  • Saturday, Nov 1
    12 - 2pm

    1442 SW Vista Ave, Portland, OR 97201

    $2,075,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,197 Sq Ft
    • 1442 SW Vista Ave

    All homes have a story. And the Rinehart Home has a magnificent one. Designed by architect Emil Schacht, built in 1907, this home was owned for 84 years by the Rinehart family, a prominent Portland family of doctors. Back in the early 1940's when the Rinehart's purchased the home, the trolley passing by on Vista Ave was likely a major selling point, offering a direct route to OHSU. Passed down

    Aaron Moomaw Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
7,229
Median Age
36
Population Density
35 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$62,480
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,941

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.4%
College Graduates
73.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

87 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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