Jodi Huot
Soldera Properties, Inc
(971) 297-1715
82 Total Sales
10 in Willamette
$259K - $975K Price Range
Willamette
Suburban Neighborhood in West Linn, Oregon
Clackamas County 97068
Situated at the confluence of two rivers, Willamette Falls stood on its own as an independent town for more than 23 years at the turn of the century. Its remnants now serve as the heart of West Linn’s Willamette neighborhood – a thriving community on the city’s western end featuring a historic business district, a mixture of old and new houses, and easy access to downtown Portland through Interstate 205.
The Willamette Falls Electric Company set up the town of Willamette Falls in 1893 to house people who worked at its hydroelectric power plant on the Willamette River. This town grew quickly over the next two decades as its residents built houses, restaurants, shops, a school, and an electric railroad linking the power plant with its town square. But the town’s fortunes reversed after a 1908 typhoid outbreak, and its search for clean water led to its merger with West Linn in 1916.
The 17-block Willamette Falls Neighborhood Historic District encompasses the town’s original footprint. Its collection of Queen Annes, Colonial Revival houses, and Craftsman bungalows sits at the center of an almost 1,200-acre neighborhood where you’ll also find ranch-style and split-level houses from the 1960s and 1970s, Northwest contemporary houses from the 1980s that offer a regional spin on mid-century modern design techniques, and a variety of new construction houses from the past 20 to 30 years. These houses sit atop 5,000 to 10,000-square-foot lots on streets that start to curve and weave around the neighborhood’s terrain the further you get from the historic district. They fetch $400,000 to $1.2 million depending on their age, condition, and lot size.
Like most of West Linn, this neighborhood’s biggest attraction is that it’s served by some of the best schools in Oregon. Students will start their K-12 academic careers at Willamette Primary School, which Niche.com named the 13th-best elementary school in Oregon. From here, they’ll move on to Athey Creek Middle School and West Linn High School, respectively, the state’s 11th-best middle school and its fourth-best high school, according to Niche.com. The neighborhood also features the 7-acre North Willamette Park, which offers two basic playgrounds and a variety of athletic fields. Those interested in getting in the water should head towards the city’s Fields Bridge, Swift Shore, and Willamette Parks that follow the Tualatin River downstream to its confluence with the Willamette.
And if that’s not enough recreational opportunities, Historic Willamette Main Street’s 76-stop walking tour takes you past dozens of historic houses in the Willamette Falls Neighborhood Historic District. It also takes you past a handful of restaurants like the Ale and Cider House, J. Willy’s Public House and Eatery, the Lark Café, and the Willamette Garage food cart pod on Willamette Falls Road. Not to mention, 10th Street takes you past McMenamin’s West Linn Pub and the Avanti Restaurant and bar before it intersects I-205. Keep heading north, and you’ll find a Safeway grocery store at the Cascade Summitt Towne Square on Salamo Road. Or head east down Willamette Falls Road past the hydroelectric power plant’s site, and you’ll find a Market of Choice grocery store on State Route 43. This street, just like I-205, will get you to downtown Portland in about 30 minutes.
The city of Willamette Falls may have failed to see its 24th birthday. But the neighborhood it gave birth to remains a place where West Linn’s past meets its present. And that makes it a great place to call home.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jodi Huot
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Julie Gilbert
Julie Gilbert
Responds QuicklyCopper West Real Estate
(541) 402-5097
181 Total Sales
1 in Willamette
$1,185,892 Price
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Tedi McKnight-Heikes
Tedi McKnight-Heikes
Engel & Volkers West Portland
(360) 946-0133
56 Total Sales
1 in Willamette
$685,000 Price
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Jason Kennedy
Jason Kennedy
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Equity Group
(503) 749-9232
187 Total Sales
3 in Willamette
$365K - $425K Price Range
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Lori Lanning-Redd
Lori Lanning-Redd
eXp Realty LLC
(503) 272-6167
67 Total Sales
1 in Willamette
$829,000 Price
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Cindy Sehorn-Singh
Cindy Sehorn-Singh
Soldera Properties, Inc
(971) 351-1553
54 Total Sales
5 in Willamette
$470K - $1.3M Price Range
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
White Oak Savanna Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Willamette Park
- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
- Playground
Fields Bridge Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
North Willamette Neighborhood Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Swiftshore Park
- River
Douglas Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Willamette | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Willamette Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Willamette, West Linn sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Willamette, West Linn over the last 12 months is $665,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$699,900
Median Sale Price
$665,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$687,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$369,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
89
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$327
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,038
Number of Homes for Sale
26
Median Year Built
1991
Months of Supply
3.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,195
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,238
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,169
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
870
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$690,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,168 Sq Ft
- 1404 Rosemarie Dr
Beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath split-level home in the desirable Rosemarie Park neighborhood on nearly a quarter-acre lot. Exceptional curb appeal with manicured landscaping and a spacious formed cement courtyard with seating area and calming water feature welcomes you home. Inside, enjoy gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout main living space and a light-filled open-concept layout. The
Nick ShiversKeller Williams PDX Central(503) 647-4574 -
$865,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 3,060 Sq Ft
- 1514 Killarney Dr
Exciting Opportunity in Highly Desired West Linn – No HOA! Welcome to this stunning home in the highly sought-after Green Hills neighborhood of West Linn! Nestled on a large lot with breathtaking territorial views, this home is designed for both comfort and convenience. Step inside and be greeted by an expansive floor plan featuring high ceilings, wood floors, and abundant natural light. The
Stephanie PeckeXp Realty, LLC(503) 843-8857 -
$440,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,359 Sq Ft
- 4705 Summerlinn Way
SELLER PAID 2 YEAR RATE BUY DOWN WITH ACCEPTABLE OFFER BY 6/1/2025! This could save you up to $537/month Year One & $275/month Year Two! Nestled in a beautifully maintained community, this move-in-ready townhome-style condo shines with recent updates throughout. Enjoy fresh interior paint, brand-new flooring, and refinished cabinets that enhance its warm and inviting feel. The kitchen and and
Casey RileyCascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty(503) 917-3194
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,128
Median Age
44
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$123,295
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$141,017
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
College Graduates
57.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65%
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®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk 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.
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