Why Live in Sullivan's Gulch
Sullivan’s Gulch, located 3 miles from Downtown Portland, is a laid-back neighborhood known for its unique shops, eateries, and compact mix of single-family homes, condos, and apartments. The area features a bustling Northeast Broadway Street, lined with popular spots like Spielman Bagels & Coffee and the Rose and Thistle Public House. For grocery needs, residents frequent New Seasons Market and Fred Meyer. Nightlife includes Steeplejack Brewing Company, a church-turned-brewery hosting trivia nights. Creative Culture offers pottery painting and DIY crafting, alongside milkshakes served in mason jars. The neighborhood is active with events organized by the Sullivan’s Gulch Neighborhood Association, including clean-ups and the annual Gulch-O-Rama block party. Homes, mostly built around 1950, include bungalows and Foursquares, surrounded by lush greenery and well-manicured shrubs. Children attend the highly rated Beverly Cleary School and Benson Polytechnic High School. For outdoor activities, residents visit Gulch Dog Park & Playground and the splash pad at Holladay Park. The area is safer than the national average, with convenient access to I-84, Route 99E, I-5, and the MAX light rail system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sullivan's Gulch a good place to live?
Sullivan's Gulch is a good place to live, receiving 4.3 stars from its residents. Sullivan's Gulch is considered very walkable and very bikeable with good transit options. Sullivan's Gulch has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 21.8 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $100,937 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 68.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Sullivan's Gulch are renters, with 76% of residents renting and 24% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sullivan's Gulch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sullivan's Gulch neighborhood guide.
Is Sullivan's Gulch, OR a safe neighborhood?
Sullivan's Gulch, OR is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sullivan's Gulch?
The median home price in Sullivan's Gulch is $340,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $68,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,760 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Sullivan's Gulch. The average household income in Sullivan's Gulch is $101K.
What are the best public schools in Sullivan's Gulch?
The best public schools that serve Sullivan's Gulch are:
- U.S. Grant High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Cleveland High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
- Beverly Cleary School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
What are the best private schools in Sullivan's Gulch?
The best private schools that serve Sullivan's Gulch are:
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Are home prices dropping in Sullivan's Gulch?
Yes, home prices in Sullivan's Gulch are down 33% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Sullivan's Gulch, OR
On average, homes in Sullivan's Gulch, Portland sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sullivan's Gulch, Portland over the last 12 months is $316,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$316,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$313,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$389,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$459
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
50
Median List Price
$340,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
