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Former mill suburb features excellent schools, lush nature
Great blue heron nests dot the tree line of Goose Island—the largest rookery of the wading birds in the Portland area—overlooking the Bolton neighborhood of West Linn across the Willamette River. A balanced blend of industry and nature, the suburb that boomed because of a magazine paper mill still features acres and acres of untouched Oregon nature. Though the mill has a fraction of the presence it once did, buyers move to Bolton for homes that back up to dense evergreen forests, top-rated schools, river access and proximity to Portland.
Goose Island—largest Portland heron rookery
Much of Bolton has been left untouched, including the ten acres of Burnside Park. Hikers will find their steps softened by fern, moss and ivy on trails surrounded by greenery so vivid it seems surreal. Trees with gnarled branches covered in velvety moss reach toward trail visitors, many of whom explore the wooded preserve on four paws. The trails meander up and down hills, leading to a winding creek, and eventually, the rocky banks of Willamette River. Burnside Park is connected to seven acres of Maddax Woods, the highlight of which is a viewing platform of Goat Island. The uninhabited island is one of the largest rookeries of great blue herons in the Portland area, and nature enthusiasts can watch the graceful creatures build their elevated nests from a safe, respectful distance across the river. Hammerle Park may be a friendlier spot for small children, with a splash park, a playground, baseball diamonds, horseshoe pits and pickleball courts.
Great blue heron nests dot the tree line of Goose Island which sits in the Willamette river.
Cedar Island in accessable by a Foot Bridge when River Levels drop in the Summer.
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Lighting of Maddax Woods—a Christmas tradition
Visitors flock to Maddax Woods before great-blue-heron-watching season for another reason—the Lighting of Maddax Woods in late November and December. Every winter dusk, hundreds of lights illuminate the woods with holiday cheer, a tradition that was started in 1999. Children can search for “creatures of the woods,” small cut-outs of native wildlife, in the twinkling forest, while parents relish their kids’ excitement.
Top-of-class education in West Linn
Local children attend Bolton Primary School, which was built so that local families could enjoy a shorter, more walkable route to their elementary school. “Everything is within walking distance,” says Molly Macom, who grew up in Bolton and works as the principal broker and owner of Westlake Properties. After Bolton Primary, local children attend Rosemont Ridge Middle School, both schools receiving an A-minus from Niche.
Students join other local teenagers at A-rated West Linn High School, which Niche recognized as the sixth best public high school in Oregon. With 27 Advanced Placement courses and career and technical education programs centered around the digital arts, engineering technology, environmental science, journalism and technical theatre to choose from, it’s no surprise that 80% of 2023 graduates chose to pursue a degree at a two- or four-year college. The school values biliteracy as well, offering a dual language track in Spanish, as well as languages less frequently taught in American public schools, like Chinese and Japanese.
Bolton Primary School is a public pre-K & elementary school in WEst Linn OR.
West Linn High School is a public high school serving West Linn OR.
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One-level homes built for mill workers
Bolton is one of the most historical areas of town, with the vertical streets intersecting Buck Street that bear the names of the early settling families as evidence. “This was one of the first neighborhoods in West Linn,” Macom says. But while Bolton may be 130 years old, the neighborhood didn’t hit its stride until 1947, when the Crown-Zellerbach Paper Mill discovered a new way to make magazine paper in 1947. Mill workers constructed ranch-style homes and bungalows close by. “People who worked at the mill wanted to live near work,” Macom says. Homes with three bedrooms built before the mill’s heyday usually cost between $450,000 and $550,000, while those with three to four bedrooms and tuck-under garages constructed after the turn of the 20th century lean towards the $600,000 to $800,000 range.
West Linn was originally built for mill works with many modest sized homes.
Older homes with three bedrooms built usually cost between $450,000 and $550,000.
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It's five o'clock at Five-O-Three
Bolton business is concentrated in West Linn Central Village. Mostly, shoppers come to the center for their grocery needs, which they replenish at the upscale Market of Choice. Across the street, shoppers will find a nail and a lash tech, as well as a hair salon. For a treat after a day of errands—or self-care appointments—residents can peruse the lengthy craft cocktail menu at Five-O-Three. Patrons enjoy artfully prepared dishes like beef bourguignon or seared dayboat scallops with artichoke risotto and leeks in comfortably broken-in booths under colorful, abstract artwork. For a lighter meal, Sushi Hurray offers everything from simple nigiri sushi to complex and flavorful rolls on a conveyor belt. Macom says parents in Bolton often send their children to Central Village without any supervision because they trust their neighbors and appreciate the fact that their city was named one of the safest places in Oregon.
Grocery shoppers in Bolton shop at the upscale Market of Choice.
Residents can peruse the lengthy craft cocktail menu at Five-O-Three.
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Willamette Drive, connection to I-205 and Portland
Willamette Drive, also known as Route 43, is one of the main thoroughfares of Bolton, traversing it from north to south. The road passes Hammerle Park and the West Linn Central Village before it connects to Interstate 205 at the very south of the neighborhood. The road leads to Portland proper in the north, bringing commuters to work in around half an hour.
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Parks in this Area
Mary S. Young State Recreation Area
Hammerle Park
Picnic Area
Pickleball
Playground
Burnside Park
River
Hiking
Maddax Woods Park
Picnic Area
Trails
River
Mary S. Young Park
Dog Park
Trails
River
Wilderness Park
Trails
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Portland International
31 min drive
Bus
Willamette Dr & Hughes Dr
Bus
Willamette Dr & Burns
Bus
Willamette Dr & Webb St
Bus
Willamette Dr & Holmes St
Bus
Willamette Falls Dr & West A
Bus
Willamette Dr & Jolie Pointe
Bus
Willamette Dr & Elliott
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bolton
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bolton, West Linn sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bolton, West Linn over the last 12 months is $711,176, up 24% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Charming 2 Bed, 2 Bath Condo with Stunning Mountain Views in a prime Location! Welcome to this beautifully updated 1,068 sq ft condo nestled in one of the most desirable areas—just steps from Mary S. Young Park and minutes to shopping, dining, and all the conveniences you need. This bright and inviting home features updated flooring, fresh trim work, and updated bathrooms, creating a modern yet
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,298
Median Age
46
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,765
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$154,293
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
College Graduates
64.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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