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Sellwood

Sellwood

Suburban Neighborhood in Portland, Oregon

Multnomah County 97202
Neighborhood Reviews
4.1
$691,402 Average Value
$215 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Vibrant and eclectic Rose City neighborhood along the Willamette

Located just a few miles south of the downtown, Sellwood is a Portland neighborhood located right along the Willamette River. Summertime scenes of cyclists and joggers, respectively, biking and running by the tracks and through natural habitats on the Springwater on the Willamette trail only provides a peek into this active and vibrant Rose City community. “It fees like a community that is a little bit separated from the rest of southeast Portland and been its own little island there. Sellwood, for many years, felt like this bedroom community that was removed from the downtown, but had quick access to it,” says Alex Roy, a Realtor with John L. Scott Real Estate, who’s been an east side Portland resident for more than a dozen years. “But today, it’s one the many wonderful, distinct neighborhoods in southeast Portland.” Just a few of the notable attractions here include the Oaks Amusement Park located right between the river and the trail. The amusement park is home to another neighborhood destination, the Oaks Park Roller Skating Rink. All this adds to a mix of both long-time and newer Portland dining and shopping institutions that residents here can conveniently explore on foot. Locals also appreciate the distinct character of the many homes here. Although the neighborhood certainly has its share of newer builds, there are a number of homes here that can be more than 100 years old. “The people who are buying that area, they’re not looking for cookie-cutter or new construction” Roy says. “They want that classic, older house with beautiful, unfinished wood.”

Mix of restaurants and shops along 13th and Milwaukie avenues

The restaurants and shops here are mostly concentrated along a section of Southeast 13th Avenue and the area around Southeast Bybee Boulevard and Southeast Milwaukie Avenue, with patrons easily able to walk between multiple establishments. Just a few of the shops around both of those areas include Sock Dreams Headquarters for trendy dressers looking for colorful and creatively designed stockings, vintage household wares at the Stars Antiques Malls and the Green Oasis cannabis dispensary, the latter of which can easily be spotted by the large, wooden octopus sculpture located near the entrance. For some dining and quick bites, there’s the Blue Kangaroo Coffee Roasters, which operates inside a space with vintage display windows. And there’s the Reverend’s BBQ, which offers some comfort food that’s not quite so easy to come by in the city. “It’s an excellent barbecue place. You don’t have many good barbecue places in Portland,” Roy says. The New Seasons Market on Southeast Tacoma Street provides a grocery shopping option with many locally sourced products. While they’ll need to leave the neighborhood, there’s a Trader Joe’s located about 3 miles east on Southeast Cesar Estrada Chavez Boulevard.
Blue Kangaroo Coffee Roasters offers a kid friendly neighborhood hangout with a welcoming vibe.
Blue Kangaroo Coffee Roasters offers a kid friendly neighborhood hangout with a welcoming vibe.
Residents of Sellwood can shop for high quality groceries at New Seasons Market on Tacoma St.
Residents of Sellwood can shop for high quality groceries at New Seasons Market on Tacoma St.
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Exploring on the Springwater Corridor

Sellwood residents can go on bike rides and jogs not far from the river along the Springwater on the Willamette trail, which passes by several parks and natural spaces. Among the natural sites is the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, a 163-acre complex of meadows, woodlands and wetlands located right along the east bank of the Willamette. The trail forms part of the Springwater Corridor, which will eventually be developed to be over 21 miles long. The Oaks Park Roller Rink, also right along the river, is a neighborhood destination and even offers skating classes. The establishment is both the oldest rink in the country and the largest skating floor west of the Mississippi. The amusement park’s rides, mini golf and games are seasonal and typically reopen in spring. Those interested in some haunted thrills can visit another Oaks Park site, the ScareGrounds PDX.
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Springwater Corridor 2
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Century-plus old Craftsmen and bungalows and modern contemporaries

Many homes here can be found on charming blocks lined with trees that include pines, oaks, maples and European copper beeches. The closely grouped streets spread across the entire neighborhood are commonly populated with parked cars and make for convenient walks between blocks. There are a wide variety of home styles here, including some with custom and contemporary features like detached or single slanted roofs. There are many homes with Craftsman and bungalow features that date back to the 1910s and 1920s that can go from around $670,000 to $900,000, depending on a combination factors like overall size, age and how significantly updated. The older homes include more than century-old four squares that can go for around $1 million. There are modern contemporary style houses that can run between the lower $500,000s and around $950,000, depending on overall size and floors, and some floating homes right on the Willamette that can reach around $2 million.
There are many homes in Sellwood that date back to the 1910s and 1920s.
There are many homes in Sellwood that date back to the 1910s and 1920s.
Newer Homes with a modern design in Sellwood, Portland, Oregon.
Newer Homes with a modern design in Sellwood, Portland, Oregon.
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Strongly rated public schools with faith and charter alternatives

Sellwood has access to some strongly rated schools. They include Llewellyn Elementary School, Sellwood Middle School and Cleveland High School, all of which received grades of B-plus or higher from ratings site Niche. The after-school programs at the elementary school, which received an A-minus, include art and yoga. The Milwaukie Academy of the Arts located a few miles south in Milwaukie is a tuition free public charter option housed at Milwaukie High School. The academy incorporates performing and visual arts into a rigorous academic curriculum. Another alternative in Sellwood itself is the St. Agatha Catholic School, which serves pre-kindergarten to eighth grade. The faith-based school places a focus on science and technology, an effort it formalized more than a decade ago when it established the Fr. Slider Steuernol Science and Technology Wing on its second floor.
Llewellyn Elementary School is a public elementary school in the Sellwood neighborhood.
Llewellyn Elementary School is a public elementary school in the Sellwood neighborhood.
Sellwood Middle School is a public school serving Sellwood and surrounding neighborhoods.
Sellwood Middle School is a public school serving Sellwood and surrounding neighborhoods.
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Summerville and the Monster March

In August, residents can go to Summerville, an annual neighborhood sidewalk sales event. There’s the Monster March, which occurs right around Halloween time and begins at Llewellyn Elementary. The event involves walking behind the Sellwood Marching Band and collecting candy from participating businesses along the way.

Close to I-5 and MAX light rail

Southeast Tacoma Street turns into the Sellwood Bridge, located just south of the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. A river crossing, the bridge connects to South Macadam Avenue, which runs north toward downtown Portland. Macadam also runs near Interstate 5, which provides a connection to state capital Salem to the south. The MAX light rail’s Orange Line makes a stop just outside Sellwood near Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard. TriMet bus stops can also be found in Sellwood. The Portland International Airport is located 15 miles north of Sellwood. Providence Milwaukie Hospital is located about 2 miles southeast of the neighborhood.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Jeff Birndorf

    Jeff Birndorf

    Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty

    (971) 307-9410

    75 Total Sales

    1 in Sellwood

    $460,000 Price

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  • Nick Shivers

    Nick Shivers

    Keller Williams PDX Central

    (971) 232-4415

    1,271 Total Sales

    7 in Sellwood

    $360K - $627K Price Range

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  • Daniel Silvey

    Daniel Silvey

    Knipe Realty ERA Powered

    (360) 869-0424

    58 Total Sales

    3 in Sellwood

    $632K - $645K Price Range

    Daniel Silvey
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  • Israel Hill

    Israel Hill

    John L. Scott Portland Central

    (844) 418-2060

    154 Total Sales

    2 in Sellwood

    $603K - $649K Price Range

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  • Gilson Lipp

    Gilson Lipp

    Alliance Properties

    (971) 228-6370

    27 Total Sales

    3 in Sellwood

    $390K - $425K Price Range

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  • Madeleine Rose

    Madeleine Rose

    Premiere Property Group, LLC

    (877) 719-5240

    43 Total Sales

    10 in Sellwood

    $365K - $756K Price Range

    Madeleine Rose
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Portland International

28 min drive

Bus

SE Milwaukie & Claybourne

Bus

SE 17th & Umatilla

Bus

SE 17th & Spokane

Bus

SE Milwaukie & Rex St

Bus

SE 23rd & Tolman (Union Manor)

Bus

SE Milwaukie & Mitchell

Bus

SE 17th & Marion

Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 12 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
6/19/2017 Niche Review
Super safe and community-oriented neighborhood. The small businesses here are amazing and friendly. The parks are clean and the public transit makes it easy to get anywhere in the city.
5.0 Former Resident
11/22/2017 Niche Review
The friendly neighbors and the many unique stores.I went to school at St Agatha,s grade school located in Sellwood-great teachers.
5.0 Current Resident
5/2/2018 Niche Review
Charming and friendly. Walk to shops, movie theater, parks, swimming pool, fantastic restaurants. Join your neighbors for the annual Halloween parade (Monster March) or milk carton boat races at the casting pond. So much fun to be had in Sellwood...just don't expect a walk-in closet; most homes built in the 20's.
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Sellwood Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Sellwood, Portland sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sellwood, Portland over the last 12 months is $417,900, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$575,000
Median Sale Price
$417,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$417,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
92
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,988
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1926
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,821
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,879
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,556
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
881
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
414
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Open Houses

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    1 - 3pm

    6223 SE 19th Ave, Portland, OR 97202

    $795,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,516 Sq Ft
    • 6223 SE 19th Ave

    This lovable Westmoreland Craftsman graces a coveted corner lot on one of the neighborhood's iconic streets: SE 19th, a wide and gracious neighborhood bikeway with a perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility . . . Walkscore 87, Bikescore 100, with shopping, dining, and neighborhood movie theater three blocks away. With its huge covered wraparound porch, gleaming hardwoods, extensive

    Joan Rogers Windermere Realty Trust

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  • Sunday, Aug 3
    12 - 2pm

    6901 SE Oaks Park Way Unit F, Portland, OR 97202

    $1,649,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,274 Sq Ft
    • 6901 SE Oaks Park Way
    • Unit F

    Iconic Floating Home at Oregon Yacht Club – “The Madonna House”Featured in Body of Evidence starring Madonna & Willem Dafoe, this artist designed masterpiece is a rare offering at the exclusive Oregon Yacht Club. Thoughtfully updated by Even Construction, this residence blends artistry, sophistication, and modernconvenience for an extraordinary living experience. This listing includes:Main house

    Jett Even Works Real Estate

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
13,827
Median Age
42
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$84,788
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,016

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.5%
College Graduates
64.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.7%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

100 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

46 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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