Why Live in Sunset
Sunset, located 20 miles from Portland in West Linn, is a suburban neighborhood known for its highly rated schools and low crime rates, with crime levels lower than the national average. The West Linn-Wilsonville School District, a major draw for families, offers robust Career & Technical Education programs and includes Sunset Primary School, Rosemont Ridge Middle School, and West Linn High School, all of which have high ratings. Homes in Sunset feature New Historicism, contemporary Craftsman, and split-level styles, often surrounded by tall bigleaf maple and Ponderosa pine trees. While the area has few sidewalks, homes typically have spacious backyards, long driveways, and wide roadways.
Sunset Park, recently renovated, includes a wooden playground and nature-based play area, while Wilderness Park offers 51.4 acres of hiking trails. The nearby Camassia Natural Area provides a 26-acre nature preserve with wildflowers and white oaks. Residents can enjoy kayaking along the Willamette River, visiting the Willamette Falls and the Willamette Falls Hydroelectric Power Reservoir. The neighborhood is conveniently situated between Cascade Summit Town Square and West Linn Central Village, with grocery options like Cascade Summit Safeway and Market of Choice. Dining features include Lá Sen Vietnamese Grill and Sushi Kuni & Izakaya.
Sunset is bordered by I-205 and Route 43, with Portland International Airport 18 miles away. Public transportation is accessible via bus stops along Route 43 near West Linn Central Village. Additionally, Fields Bridge Park, 4 miles from Sunset, features a StoryWalk created by the West Linn Public Library and Parks and Recreation Department.
Home Trends in Sunset, OR
On average, homes in Sunset, West Linn sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Sunset, West Linn over the last 12 months is $645,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$645,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$745,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$295,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$331
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median List Price
$749,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
