Why Live in Barrington Heights
Barrington Heights, a suburb in West Linn, is known for its hilly landscape and exclusive residential properties. This neighborhood features a range of homes from Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals to modern stone manors with French and Federal architectural influences. Properties vary in size from around 3,000 square feet to expansive 8,000- to 10,000-square-foot chateaus in gated communities. The area is served by highly rated schools, including Willamette Primary, Rosemont Ridge Middle, and West Linn High, making it a popular choice for families. Barrington Heights is strictly residential, but nearby Salamo Road provides access to the Cascade Summit Town Center, where residents can shop at Safeway or dine at Sushi Kuni Izakaya Restaurant. The neighborhood also features Tanner Creek Park and Sunset Park, offering paved trails, playgrounds, and athletic courts. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Willamette River Greenway provides scenic hiking opportunities. Historic downtown Willamette, just outside the neighborhood, offers boutiques, craft beer at Ale & Cider House, and food trucks at Willamette Garage. The Summer Street Market and Willamette Christian Church add to the community feel. With a crime score lower than the national average, Barrington Heights is a quiet and safe area. Conveniently located, it is a 20-mile drive to Portland and 28 miles to Vancouver, Washington, with several TriMet bus stops along Willamette Falls Drive for public transit options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barrington Heights a good place to live?
Barrington Heights is a good place to live. Barrington Heights is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Barrington Heights is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Barrington Heights has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.1 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $184,959 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Barrington Heights are home owners, with 11.5% of residents renting and 88.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Barrington Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Barrington Heights neighborhood guide.
Is Barrington Heights, OR a safe neighborhood?
Barrington Heights, OR is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Barrington Heights?
The median home price in Barrington Heights is $440,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $88,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,280 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $98K a year to afford the median home price in Barrington Heights. The average household income in Barrington Heights is $185K.
What are the best public schools in Barrington Heights?
The best public schools that serve Barrington Heights are:
What are the best private schools in Barrington Heights?
The best private schools that serve Barrington Heights are:
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Are home prices dropping in Barrington Heights?
Yes, home prices in Barrington Heights are down 67% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Barrington Heights, OR
On average, homes in Barrington Heights, West Linn sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Barrington Heights, West Linn over the last 12 months is $340,000, down 69% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$340,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$440,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$292,945
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$437,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$632
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median List Price
$440,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-69%
