Why Live in Tualatin Valley
Tualatin Valley in West Linn is an upscale rural community known for its wineries and stables, offering residents a luxurious lifestyle amidst pastoral surroundings. The neighborhood features modern mansions built in the last 30 years, with home styles including Colonial Revival, Craftsman, and ranch elements. These properties often come with significant acreage, high-end amenities like in-ground pools and tennis courts, and range between 4,000 and 6,000 square feet. While sidewalks are rare due to the spacious lots, the area is bordered by shopping districts in Willamette, Downtown Tualatin, and Wilsonville, all within a ten-minute drive. Willamette’s revitalized downtown offers modern eateries such as Avanti and McMenamins Pub. Local attractions include the Hidden Creek Polo Club, Oregon Golf Club, and the Tualatin and Willamette Rivers, which provide opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and rafting. Fields Bridge Park offers a playground, Little League fields, and a hiking trail. The West Linn-Wilsonville School District is highly rated, with Athey Creek Middle School and Wilsonville High School receiving high marks. Commuting is facilitated by Interstate 205, with Oregon City and Lake Oswego just five miles away, and Portland and Beaverton approximately fifteen miles distant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tualatin Valley a good place to live?
Tualatin Valley is a good place to live. Tualatin Valley is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Tualatin Valley is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Tualatin Valley has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.4 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $175,866 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 61% of residents. A majority of residents in Tualatin Valley are home owners, with 10.4% of residents renting and 89.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Tualatin Valley can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Tualatin Valley neighborhood guide.
Is Tualatin Valley, OR a safe neighborhood?
Tualatin Valley, OR is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Tualatin Valley?
The median home price in Tualatin Valley is $1,700,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $340,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $8,320 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $357K a year to afford the median home price in Tualatin Valley. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Tualatin Valley is $176K.
What are the best public schools in Tualatin Valley?
The best public schools that serve Tualatin Valley are:
What are the best private schools in Tualatin Valley?
The best private schools that serve Tualatin Valley are:
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Are home prices dropping in Tualatin Valley?
Yes, home prices in Tualatin Valley are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Tualatin Valley, OR
On average, homes in Tualatin Valley, West Linn sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Tualatin Valley, West Linn over the last 12 months is $1,650,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,650,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,675,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$403
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median List Price
$1,700,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
