Why Live in Southview
Southview in Tigard is a neighborhood with distinct areas catering to different lifestyles. The southern half features the Summerfield community, a planned 55-and-up area centered around the Summerfield Golf Course. Residents here enjoy amenities such as a clubhouse, game rooms, a wellness and fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, and tennis and pickleball courts. Housing options include apartments, condominiums, townhouses, and single-family homes, with two-bedroom bungalows from the 1970s and larger three-bedroom homes available. The northern portion of Southview offers two-level, new traditional homes from the 1980s and 1990s, often on spacious lots suitable for additional dwelling units or recreational vehicle parking. Local attractions include the Northwest Senior Theater, which hosts biannual productions, and dining options like Wu’s Open Kitchen and J. B. O’Brien’s Irish Pub & Sports Bar. For groceries, residents have access to Trader Joe’s and Grocery Outlet along Pacific Highway. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including James Templeton Elementary, Twality Middle, and Tigard High School, which offers an International Baccalaureate program and career exploration opportunities. Transportation is convenient with Pacific Highway, Interstate 5, and the Beaverton-Tigard Highway nearby, as well as TriMet bus and commuter rail services. Recreational options include the Tigard Swim Center and East Butte Heritage Park, which features a playground and the historic John Tigard House.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southview a good place to live?
Southview is a good place to live. Southview is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Southview has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 40. The average household income is $110,947 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 42.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Southview are home owners, with 43.6% of residents renting and 56.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Southview can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Southview neighborhood guide.
Is Southview, OR a safe neighborhood?
Southview, OR is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Southview?
The median home price in Southview is $600,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $120,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.24%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,950 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $126K a year to afford the median home price in Southview. The average household income in Southview is $111K.
What are the best public schools in Southview?
The best public schools that serve Southview are:
What are the best private schools in Southview?
The best private schools that serve Southview are:
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Home Trends in Southview, OR
On average, homes in Southview, Tigard sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Southview, Tigard over the last 12 months is $600,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$600,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$619,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$316,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$307,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$313
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
71
Median List Price
$600,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
