Curb Appeal Vol. 7: Portland’s Historic Woodlawn District

Curb Appeal Vol. 7:  Neighborhood Spotlight – Portland’s Historic Woodlawn district

THE HISTORY:

Long serving as one of the city’s best-kept secrets, Portland’s Historic Woodlawn district is gaining prominence among newcomers, homebuyers and tourist. Established in the 1860s, Woodlawn is the oldest neighborhood to be settled within the former city of Albina, which later consolidated into Portland. The addition of a railroad in 1888 stimulated the area’s economy, transforming the former farm community into a commercial destination.

THE MARKET:

The real estate market in Portland’s Woodlawn neighborhood features historic and modern architectural styles, including turn-of-the-last-century Bungalows and Cape Cods, as well as Four Squares and Victorian homes. Currently, homes in the area sell for an average of $503,113, with just under 15 listings currently available. According to Portland Monthly’s most recent real estate market study, Portland’s Boise-Eliot neighborhood is estimated to experience a growth in average home prices of nearly 65% within the next five years.

WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT PORTLAND’S HISTORIC WOODLAWN DISTRICT

The historic charm of Portland’s Historic Woodlawn District prevails today, with several noteworthy institutions every Portlander should explore.Now an under-the-radar cultural hub, Woodlawn is home to 66 restaurants, bars and coffee shops, allowing most residents to access an average of four restaurants, bars and coffee shops within a five-minute walk.

NEARBY DESTINATIONS:

Food: Woodlawn Coffee & Pastry, The Oregon Public House, Tamale Boy, Ranch Pizza, Firehouse

Late Night: Breakside Brewing, Good Neighbor Pizza, Green Army Tavern, Tough Luck Bar

Activities: Celandine Vintage, Woodlawn Park, The Portland Girl

DEMOGRAPHICS (2010 CENSUS)

Residents: 4,933

Median Age: 34

Under 18 years: 20.1%

18 to 64 years: 72.2%

65 years and over: 7.7%

COMPARABLE NEIGHBORHOODS:

Irvington

Average Home: $769,902

Laurelhurst

Average Home: $594,614

Vernon

Average Home: $615, 869

For more insight into neighborhood trends within Northeast Portland, view our comprehensive real estate data set below.

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