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Sunday strolls along tree-lined streets
Portland is renowned for its variety of architectural styles tucked away between thickets of greenery. Maybe that's why many locals spend their free time walking, hiking or otherwise exploring new places with friends. And neighborhoods like Laurelhurst, with its stunning old homes, winding tree-lined streets and activity-laden parks, plus elegant dining experiences to boot, are a go-to spot for homeowners and Sunday strollers alike. "When you pass through, it's really beautiful to go around that roundabout," says Realtor Cassandra Marks of Real Broker, who sells properties all across Portland and makes informational YouTube videos about the city's popular neighborhoods. "It's really easy to get lost while exploring in there."
Comfortable bungalows in Laurelhurst, Oregon.
House with beautiful dogwood with pink flower tree at Laurelhurst, Oregon.
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Picturesque homes bursting with character
The spoke and wheel design of Laurelhurst begins at the neighborhood's center with a roundabout of crepe myrtles and sugar maples rising out of a lush green lawn. The winding streets that extend outward, and their accompanying sidewalks, similarly covered by a canopy of sweet gum and willow leaves overhead, cast shade on the neighborhood's homes. Midsized, freshly trimmed lawns dotted with hedges and flowerbeds extend past the sidewalk, often occupied by a home bursting with detail. Variety comes from Laurelhurst's seemingly endless array of home designs, many dating back to the 1910s and some featuring a blend of styles. Dutch Colonial Revival homes with mansard roofs, red brick Tudors with half-timber facades, Shirtwaist Foursquares with gabled dormers, and multicolored Craftsmans with double-gabled roofs are just some of what Laurelhurst has to offer. But variety, age and splendor come together to make Laurelhurst an expensive neighborhood to buy in. Most properties are valued between $750,000 and $975,000. And, according to Marks "there are certain projects a homeowner is not allowed to do on those homes because of their historic value."
Many homes include immaculate landscaping.
Striking architecture and stylish gardens in Laurelhurst, Oregon.
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A walk in the dog park
The neighborhood's namesake Laurelhurst Park is a beloved space for recreation and meetups, and belongs to the National Register of Historic Places. Thrill seekers go there to practice kickflips and shuvits at the skatepark while dog owners take their furry friends to the park's off-leash area for socializing. Games of horseshoe, basketball, pickleball and tennis are other popular activities at the park, as are more leisurely activities. "The park itself is absolutely gorgeous and has a lot of good walking paths," says Marks. And on rainy days, a trip to Rose City Futsal East – an indoor soccer complex – takes but a simple drive to the other side of Interstate 84.
Laurelhurst Park has an off-leash area for dogs.
Ducks relaxing near the edge of the lake in Laurelhurst Park in Portland Oregon.
Shaded view of the walkways surrounding Laurelhurst Park in Portland Oregon.
Statue, Joan of Arc located at Coe Circle in Laurelhurst, Portland, Oregon.
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Summer nights full of laughter
Though almost entirely residential, Laurelhurst is often filled with the laughter of residents engaged in community activities. Laurelhurst Park hosts a free “Comedy in the Park” event all summer, with stand-up, character and immersive performances.
Historic and high-ranking schools
Students in Laurelhurst begin their education at Laurelhurst K-8. The historic school, located right in the neighborhood, opened its doors in 1918. It receives a B-plus score from Niche and offers several unique programs, such as the Passport Club for students interested in geography. Then students finish at Grant High, which gets an A-minus from Niche. Additionally, Niche ranks Grant High as the 10th best school in Oregon for arts and the 6th best for athletics. "Some buyers like Laurelhurst simply because they can get their kids into Grant," says Marks. "I would say of all the public high schools in Portland, Grant is probably one of the most desirable."
The entrance of Laurelhurst Elementary School in Portland, Oregon.
The grand front entrance to Grant Park High School in Portland, Oregon.
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French-influenced butchers and bakeries
Laurelhurst has a collection of French cuisine. Laurelhurst Market, a steakhouse and butcher shop offering upscale cuisine and drinks is perhaps the most renowned. The French brasserie inspiration can be observed with a plate of steak frites or beef tartare. Petite Provence, located in the northern part of the neighborhood, offers a selection of French croissants, macarons and deli sandwiches for quick fixes. For a home cooked meal, many locals drive less than a mile west to a nearby Whole Foods Market.
Avoiding the interstate
Commuters have great access to other parts of Portland thanks to Laurelhurst's shared boundaries with Interstate 84. Heavy traffic slowdowns are typical at rush hour though. Alternatively, Laurelhurst has bus routes on its arterial roads that travel in all four directions, and even make stops at Providence Portland Medical Center. These can be taken to a MAX station on the north side of the Interstate, which offers access to three light rail lines.
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The move to make Laurelhurst an Historic District has shown me and my family just how classist, intolerant (of diversity of thought/aesthetic sensibilities) and downright nasty neighbors are. If we could we'd move. Sad to see such an aggressive preference for houses over people.
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Laurelhurst Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Laurelhurst, Portland sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Laurelhurst, Portland over the last 12 months is $887,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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