Daniel Silvey
Knipe Realty ERA Powered
(360) 869-0424
58 Total Sales
1 in Willamette
$525,000 Price
Willamette
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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Daniel Silvey
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Israel Hill
Israel Hill
John L. Scott Portland Central
(844) 418-2060
154 Total Sales
1 in Willamette
$434,500 Price
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STEPHEN HEINS
STEPHEN HEINS
HEINS REAL ESTATE
(971) 297-3784
63 Total Sales
1 in Willamette
$540,000 Price
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John Powers
John Powers
Real Broker
(855) 879-2931
47 Total Sales
2 in Willamette
$818K - $1M Price Range
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Wendy Foster
Wendy Foster
Reger Homes, LLC
(971) 443-1840
47 Total Sales
2 in Willamette
$188K - $555K Price Range
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Casey Riley
Casey Riley
Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
(971) 328-4410
97 Total Sales
1 in Willamette
$427,000 Price
Schools
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- 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 85 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Willamette, West Linn over the last 12 months is $393,950, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$440,635
Median Sale Price
$393,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$342,310
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,501,850
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$549,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
94
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,048
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1991
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,190
Above the national average
1,924
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
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 31 - 3pm
$369,900
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,418 Sq Ft
- 3840 Summerlinn Dr
- Unit 57
Now is your chance to live in sought after West Linn without the million dollar price tag! Recently voted the safest city in Oregon by Safewise, West Linn is also known for its top rated school district which focuses on academic excellence, strong teacher support, and college readiness. Welcome home to this clean, classic, and polished townhome style condo. The heart of the home welcomes you with
Amber Roland John L. Scott Portland Central
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Sunday, Aug 32 - 4pm
$349,000
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,418 Sq Ft
- 2240 Snowberry Ridge Ct
- Unit 2240
- New 12 days ago
Refreshed townhouse-style condo! Fresh paint, beautiful new carpet and tile, new stainless steel appliances, new central A/C! Tiled gas fireplace. Large primary suite with walk-in closet. Oversized 1-car garage. Community pool! Exterior paint recently touched up. This home is a great value at an approachable price point managed by a very well-run HOA.
James Petersen Keller Williams Sunset Corridor
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
$442,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,340 Sq Ft
- 1721 Dollar St
- Unit 1721
- New 13 days ago
Charming, move-in-ready end-unit townhome in the heart of Historic Willamette. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home lives large with a smart two-level layout and recent updates throughout. The main floor features an open living area with a gas fireplace, custom lighting, and a private deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen offers granite countertops, gas appliances, a pantry, and an
Sarah Ruffner Where, Inc
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$825,000
- 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 -
$650,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,315 Sq Ft
- 1198 Dollar St
- New 19 days ago
Charming 1-level move in ready home with updates throughout including hickory hardwood flooring, solid core doors and trim. Kitchen and bathrooms have been beautifully updated with quartz countertops, newer fixtures, tile. Additional recent upgrades include vinyl windows, A/C, gutters, fencing. Get ready for summer fun in your private backyard which is ideal for entertaining with an inground
Debi Sawyier Premiere Property Group, LLC
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$450,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 976 Sq Ft
- 2475 Willamette Falls Dr
- New 23 days ago
Cute one level in popular Willamette! Beautiful hardwood floors, garage plus carport with workbench, 11X12 shed, laundry with sink and pantry, kitchen w/eat area. Needs some TLC, Kitchen flooring needs replacing, deck has some dry rot, some of the heaters don't work properly and woodstove is not DEQ certified.
Karen Beach Century 21 North Homes Realty
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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
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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