East Vancouver’s Image neighborhood offers a surprisingly convenient mixture of ranch-style and contemporary houses close to two exits on Interstate 205. It’s an excellent spot for people who commute to east Portland for work and want to live in a simple house that won’t cost them half a million dollars.
Stretching from Northeast 28th Street to Northeast 42nd Street, this neighborhood has a suburban feel with winding streets and cul-de-sacs on every other block. It’s home to dozens of ranch-style houses that sit atop 6,000- to 8,000-square-foot lots with enough space for a well-manicured front lawn and, in some cases, a variety of bushes and flowering trees that add to the shade cast by a handful of mature Douglas fir trees that were likely there before the houses were built.
However, the neighborhood’s southwest corner offers a sharp contrast to this suburban vibe. Contemporary houses and newer townhouses that butt right up against each other line its streets in a way that sacrifices space and privacy for density. And while it doesn’t have any Douglas fir trees, the newer section of the neighborhood has sidewalks and street trees wherever you go. Houses in Image typically fetch $350,000 to $500,000 apiece, regardless of where or how old they are.
Image is home to three undeveloped parks – Lauren Park, Hyde Park, and East Image Park – that offer an open field where children can play. Those looking for something less bare bones should head to the North Image neighborhood’s Nikkei Park, which has a brand-new dinosaur-themed playground, or to the basic playground just south of Northeast 28th Street at Endeavor Park.
This park sits just below Endeavor Elementary School, which received a solid B on Niche and placed second on the website’s list of standout elementary schools in the Portland Metro Area. Students in Image will attend this school before moving forward to Cascade Middle School and Evergreen High School, which are only a mile and a half from Image. This neighborhood is also home to the Cascadia Technical Academy, which offers specialized career and technical education courses in 17 fields to any Clark County high school student.
Charlie’s Sports Bar, which has served drinks and pub food to fans of all sports since 2013, and Grady’s Public House, where you’ll find Cottage Pies and Bangers and Mash on the menu with other pub staples, are the Image neighborhood’s two watering holes. Charlie’s is just south of the Shin-Etsu Handotai America superconductor manufacturing plant on Northeast 112th Avenue – a street that runs parallel to I-205 from the Mill Plain Boulevard exit to the State Route 500 exit – while Grady’s shares a parking lot with the Northeast 28th Street Safeway. The drive-through window at Muchas Gracias Mexican Restaurant is also worth a shot, as is the stripped-down Kim’s Grill Teriyaki, which is open for carry-out only. These two restaurants also share a parking lot with the Northeast 28th Street Safeway.
Louise James
Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
(360) 334-3482
75 Total Sales
1 in Image
$372,000 Price
Lyla Bostick
Realty Pro West LLC
(360) 787-4049
161 Total Sales
2 in Image
$285K - $395K Price Range
Kirstan Rogers
Keller Williams PDX Central
(971) 351-0501
132 Total Sales
1 in Image
$425,000 Price
Cynthia Johnson
Windermere Northwest Living
(360) 803-3408
70 Total Sales
2 in Image
$364K - $495K Price Range
Tracy Burgess
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate
(360) 803-1448
68 Total Sales
1 in Image
$435,000 Price
Myra Brock
Premiere Property Group, LLC
(360) 803-4823
52 Total Sales
3 in Image
$348K - $425K Price Range
On average, homes in Image, Vancouver sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Image, Vancouver over the last 12 months is $457,200, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$685,000
Back on Market! No Fault of Seller — Here’s Another Opportunity — Don’t Miss It This Time!Welcome home to comfort, charm, and modern elegance in this beautifully updated Vancouver retreat! Freshly available again, and sure to attract attention! This inviting home blends everyday ease with stylish living in a quaint cul-de-sac community.The open layout creates a seamless flow from the spacious
Angela Ukpoma Realty One Group Prestige
$439,900
Don’t miss this fresh cutie tucked back in the Evergreen area! This one-level home sits on an oversized lot and features 3 roomy bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and easy-care LVP flooring throughout. The pellet stove keeps things cozy on chilly days, and the spacious yard offers plenty of room to play, garden, or relax under the trees. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, and schools — it’s the
Laura Lipinski Premiere Property Group LLC
$450,000
Nestled at the end of a serene cul-de-sac in Vancouver’s Orchards area, this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home offers over 1,600 sq ft of living space on an expansive 14,000+ sq ft lot, nearly 1/3 of an acre. Surrounded by mature trees, this property provides a private, tranquil setting perfect for relaxation or entertaining. The main floor features a spacious kitchen with an eating area, a living
Dale Chumbley Windermere Northwest Living
$439,900
Currently tenant-occupied with a lease in place through May 2026, generating $2,200 per month in rent. This home is a great opportunity for investors seeking steady rental income or future homeowners looking ahead. Do not disturb tenants. Showings by appointment only. Discover this charming single-level home located in the desirable Image neighborhood. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and
Scott Bain John L. Scott Real Estate
Bike Score®
Walk Score®
Transit 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.
Recent multi-family developments next to community parks and shopping centers.
An east Vancouver suburb with mountain views and modern homes
Contemporary homes on large lots in close proximity to schools and football games.
Quiet residential neighborhood next to parks, grocery stores and Interstate 205.
Plenty of parks and a dense canopy of fir trees greet neighborhood residents
Suburb with easy access to I-205 just 3 miles from Vancouver Mall
