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Maplewood

Maplewood

Suburban Neighborhood in Portland, Oregon

Multnomah County 97219
Neighborhood Reviews
4.7
$666,805 Average Value

Lushly green community in the Pacific Northwest

At the western edge of Portland, the suburban neighborhood of Maplewood sits among the greenery of the Pacific Northwest. This residential niche is 4 miles southwest of downtown and the Willamette River, and the quiet, relaxing atmosphere is coupled with scenic hilltop vistas. Maplewood was founded by a railroad company and received its name from a grove of maples near the area. The naming pattern of Maplewood’s East/West streets is a point of interest. Most are named for U.S. states, such as Nevada, Texas, Florida and California. The residential community is bordered by Washington County and is close to the Portland Golf Club. There’s an active neighborhood association, and both Wood and Vermont Creeks run through the area.

Established housing in the Portland hills

“Maplewood has some very rare things. There’s a historic coffee shop that everyone in the neighborhood walks to. There’s also a top-performing elementary school in the heart of the area. It’s surrounded by tons of trees, walking trails and parks. It’s a really inclusive, warm community that strives to make everyone feel comfortable,” says Michelle McCabe, a Broker with Windemere Realty Trust with ten years of experience. “There’s a huge variety of real estate. There’s everything from small bungalows to large, newer buildings. Downtown is only 10 or 15 minutes away, and residents feel separated from the city. There are designated greenways for cyclists, so right in the neighborhood, there are cycle streets. There’s even a cycle bus so kids can all bike at the school together.” As an established suburb of Portland, Maplewood consists mainly of traditionally designed residential homes, with many having around four bedrooms. Houses here were primarily built between the 1920s and the 1950s, although there are some newer buildings too. The cottages and ranch-style houses tend to have front lawns full of foliage and nicely sized backyards. Tree-lined streets end in cul de sacs, and prices range from $535,000 for a two-bedroom contemporary cottage to $980,000 for a four-bedroom modern farmhouse.

Converted coffeehouses, breweries and bars

Maplewood is primarily residential, but plenty of shopping and dining options are nearby. There’s a Trader Joe’s on SW Multnomah Boulevard, and many residents have their milk-based items delivered from Alpenrose, a historic Portland dairy. A former post office and general store from 1911 has been converted into Maplewood Coffee and Tea. The community favorite makes all its baked goods in-house and hosts events like trivia nights, Sunday dinners with guest chefs, and poetry readings. Another dining option is Bar 3. It serves breakfast all day, hosts a happy hour every weekday and has multiple craft beers on tap. Old Market Pub & Brewery began as Pizza Oasis before morphing into a beer hall. It still serves pizzas but has added brunch on the weekends.
Free pizza mini popup truck stand in Portland, Oregon in Maplewood.
Free pizza mini popup truck stand in Portland, Oregon in Maplewood.
Free pizza mini popup truck stand.
Free pizza mini popup truck stand.
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Inclusive playgrounds, extracurriculars and a variety of educational pathways

Students in Maplewood might attend Maplewood Elementary, Jackson Middle and Ida B. Wells High. All three schools earned a B-minus or above from Niche. Maplewood Elementary has its own podcast called Between 2 Maples and contains a Playworks playground, which helps every child feel included while being active and building social skills. Jackson Middle is one of Oregon’s top 75 best public middle schools, with a variety of clubs and extracurricular activities. Ida B. Wells High is one of the best college prep schools in the state. Formerly known as Woodrow Wilson High, it offers dual enrollment with Portland Community College and has a variety of educational pathways, including computer science, engineering and mass communication.

Picnic areas, athletic fields and walking paths

An ideal place to explore Western Oregon’s arcadian feel is April Hill Park, a small but hilly green area where residents can picnic or play sports. Opened in 1963, it contains athletic fields, a wetland boardwalk and walking trails, both paved and not. Residents also cross 45th Avenue to visit the nearly 90-acre Gabriel Park. It’s home to a community garden and orchard, a 10,000-square-foot skate park and various athletic fields. The park’s inclusive playground project opened in 2022. The accessible picnic and play areas feature ramps that give everyone the chance to enjoy the outdoors. Just next door, the Southwest Community Center features an indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium with various classes and a preschool program called the Sprout Academy. There’s also a rock-climbing wall, weight room and indoor basketball court.
Playground with attached slide for kids to play on at April Hill Park, Oregon.
Playground with attached slide for kids to play on at April Hill Park, Oregon.
Garden with lots of fruits and vegetables planted in Maplewood, Oregon.
Garden with lots of fruits and vegetables planted in Maplewood, Oregon.
Plants with the sky in frame on a clear sunny day.
Plants with the sky in frame on a clear sunny day.
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A variety of ways to travel

Maplewood is a neighborhood shaped by the natural landscape. Its hilly terrain even influences the layout of the street grid. The area is made chiefly of side streets and a few unpaved roads. It’s bordered by several significant streets, including SW Beaverton Tigard Freeway, Pacific Highway West and SW Barbur Boulevard. There are no sidewalks here, but walking paths called “snickets” are carved from the woody community. The area is also less than one square mile, making most walks short. Cyclists enjoy the terrain, and the neighborhood has bus stops along SW Vermont Street and SW 45th Avenue.

Important to Know

Gabriel Park contains a Basic Earthquake Emergency Communication Node, or BEECN. These nodes provide centralized gathering places after significant earthquakes and administer emergency assistance if phone lines are downed.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Dustin Slack

    Dustin Slack

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    (971) 350-2608

    43 Total Sales

    1 in Maplewood

    $600,000 Price

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  • Katie Sengstake

    Katie Sengstake

    Windermere Realty Trust

    (971) 270-4414

    120 Total Sales

    1 in Maplewood

    $765,000 Price

    Katie Sengstake
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  • Jeff Birndorf

    Jeff Birndorf

    Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty

    (971) 307-9410

    75 Total Sales

    1 in Maplewood

    $465,000 Price

    Jeff Birndorf
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  • Madeleine Rose

    Madeleine Rose

    Premiere Property Group, LLC

    (877) 719-5240

    43 Total Sales

    1 in Maplewood

    $740,000 Price

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  • Laurie Bornstein

    Laurie Bornstein

    Eleete Real Estate

    (971) 233-3892

    51 Total Sales

    1 in Maplewood

    $580,000 Price

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  • Peter Cutile

    Peter Cutile

    Parker Brennan Real Estate

    (360) 803-4062

    291 Total Sales

    1 in Maplewood

    $765,500 Price

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Schools

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Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.7 4 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
6/30/2020 Niche Review
Nice family oriented neighborhood. More sidewalks would improve the neighborhood. Property taxes are too high.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Maplewood US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
982
Median Year Built
1962
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,980
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,289
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
999
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
912
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
2,359
Median Age
47
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.8%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$124,999
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$161,100

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.7%
College Graduates
70.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

20 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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