
West Linn, Oregon–known as the “city of hills, trees, and rivers”–is all about natural beauty, breathtaking views, family life, and PARKS. It also has top-notch schools and active neighborhood associations. In fact, it’s one of the 100 Best Cities to Live in the nation.
Just 12 miles south of downtown Portland, the 11 neighborhoods of West Linn enjoy easy access to the amenities of the larger metropolitan area, while retaining their rural, small town charm.
A recent search for All Homes for Sale in West Linn, Oregon shows a range of home prices from almost $4,000,000 at the high end to $200,000 at the low end. There’s a home for everyone in West Linn. And regardless of neighborhood or home price, the much lauded amenities of this vibrant city are available to all residents alike.
The majority of West Linn’s 11 neighborhoods are nestled in the tranquil, rolling hills overlooking the Willamette River. Here you’ll find Barrington Heights-Hidden Creek-Tanner Creek (popularly known as BHT), the upper elevations of Hidden Springs, Marylhurst, Parker Crest, Rosemont Summit, Savannah Oaks, and Skyline Ridge.
Spectacular views are prevalent in the hills, as are upscale homes and gated communities (Cascade Summit, Le Chevalier, Stafford Hill Ranch, Summerlinn). What you’ll get for your money are elegant, spacious homes, tree-line streets with sidewalk boulevards, and easy access to dozens of neighborhood parks.
Closer to the river, and thus lower in elevation, you’ll find Bolton, Robinwood, Sunset, and Willamette.
With the exception of newer, upscale homes on the river, the lower elevation neighborhoods in West Linn are older, with smaller, less expensive homes. These historic neighborhoods have older roadways as well–meandering, without sidewalks. Along the river, neighborhoods feel like waterfront vacation communities–laid-back, tranquil, and tousled. Mature trees and charming gardens are prevalent, as are cottage style homes. We love these neighborhoods with their unpretentious style and sense of history and place. If you’re into shabby-chic and want the tranquility of the country, you may find the perfect, charming home in West Linn’s historic neighborhoods.
Within West Linn’s seven square miles, there are over 600 acres of park land, ranging from active parks with sports, picnic, play, spray, and skate facilities to more passive parks for walking, biking, and communing with nature. Plus, there are 18 miles of trails through parks and opens spaces, and seven miles of trails along easements, city property, residential linkages and unimproved public right of ways. It’s an outdoor playland for all ages and activity levels, and it’s FREE.
Flanked by the Willamette and Tualatin Rivers, West Linn attracts fishing and boating enthusiasts of all types. The Cedaroak Boat Ramp Park offers access to the river, wildlife viewing, fishing, and hiking trails. Smaller Bernert Landing Boat Ramp in Willamette Park offers similar access at the junction between the Willamette and Tualatin Rivers. For land lovers, the new West Linn Fishing Dock gives bank fishermen access to the bounty of the river and its seasonal runs of Chinook, white sturgeon, steelhead, and Coho salmon.
Mary S. Young State Park is a favorite of birders, with numerous walking trails and river views. There are also sports fields, a shelter, and an unleashed dog area, as well as a walking bridge to Cedar Island.
The Camassia Natural Area, owned by the Nature Conservancy, has more than 300 plant species in the preserve, including the common camas. Camas, formerly used as a food source by Pacific Northwest Native Americans, has beautiful blue blooms in April and early May. Birders can find the wood duck, western bluebird, and California quail, as well as other well-known bird species in the natural area.
Basics
- County: Clackamas
- Zip Code: 97068
- Location: 12 miles south of Downtown Portland
People
- Population: 26,656
- Median Age: 45
- Median Household Income: $86.294 (3rd highest in Portland/Portland Metro)
- Bachelor’s Degree: 34%
- Graduate Degree: 15%
Lifestyle
- Parks & Open Spaces: 600 acres
- Walkability Score: 29 (all those hills)
- Average Commute Time: 25 minutes
- Minutes by Car to Downtown Portland: 26 minutes
Neighborhood Guides (link to neighborhood pages)
- Barrington Heights, Tanner Woods, Hidden Creek (BHT)
- Bolton
- Hidden Springs
- Marylhurst
- Parker Crest
- Robinwood
- Rosemont Summit
- Savanna Oaks
- Skyline Ridge
- Sunset
- Willamette
Homes for Sale in West Linn
- West Linn Neighborhoods
- Home for Sale in Barrington Heights-Hidden Creek-Tanner Creek
- Homes for Sale in Bolton
- Homes for Sale in Hidden Springs
- Homes for Sale in Marylhurst
- Homes for Sale in Parker Crest
- Homes for Sale in Robinwood
- Homes for Sale in Rosemont Summit
- Homes for Sale in Savannah Oaks
- Homes for Sale in Skyline Ridge
- Homes for Sale in Sunset
- Homes for Sale in Willamette
Neighborhood Maps
- Neighborhood Associations Map
- Barrington Heights-Hidden Creek-Tanner Creek (BHT) Neighborhood Map
- Bolton Neighborhood Map
- Hidden Springs Neighborhood Map
- Parker Crest Neighborhood Map
- Marylhurst Neighborhood Map
- Robinwood Neighborhood Map
- Rosemont Summit Neighborhood Map
- Savanna Oaks Neighborhood Map
- Skyline Ridge Neighborhood Map
- Sunset Neighborhood Map
- Willamette Neighborhood Map
Neighborhood Associations
Neighborhood Websites
City Hall
Chamber of Commerce
Calendar of Events
Library
Public Schools
- West Linn-Wilsonville School District
- West Linn High School (Grades 9-12)
- District Post High School (Grades 11-12)
- Rosemont Ridge Middle School (Grades 6-8)
- Willamette Primary School (Grades K-5)
- Stafford Primary School (Grades K-5)
- Athey Creek Middle School (Grades 6-8)
- Cedaroak Park Primary School (Grades P-5)
- Sunset Primary School (Grades K-5)
- Bolton Primary School (Grades P-5)
- Three Rivers Charter School (Grades 4-8)
Parks | Recreation
- West Linn Parks & Recreation
- West Linn Parks & Recreation: Parks & Trails
- West Linn Parks & Recreation: Spray Parks
- West Linn Parks & Recreation: Skate Park
- Sandelie Golf Course, West Course
- Sandelie Golf Course, East Course
- Mary S. Young State Park Loop Hike
- Wilderness Park Loop Hike
- Camassia Natural Area Loop Hike
- West Linn Skate Park
- Willamette Water Trail
Biking
- Bike There! Portland Metro Area Bike Map
- Bike It! Clackamas County Area Bike Map
- City of Portland Transportation Bike Maps
- City of Lake Oswego Bike Routes
- City of Oregon City Walk/Bike Map!
Hiking | Running | Walking
- Portland Hikers
- Run Portland
- Oregon Road Runners Club
- Portland Walking Groups
- Portland Walking Routes
- Metro Walk There
- Historic Bolton Neighborhood Walking Tour
- Historic Willamette Neighborhood Walking Tour
Boating | Fishing | Rowing
- Northwest Fishing: Portland’s Premiere Education Fishing Community
- Anglers Rejoice: New Fishing Dock in West Linn
- Cedaroak Boat Ramp
- Bernert Landing Boat Ramp
- Portland Boat House
- Portland DragonSports USA
Restaurants | Coffee Shops | Bakeries
The Portland suburbs are not often noted for their mind-blowing food, and West Linn is no exception. Up-and-coming chefs tend to hone their mettle and build their reputations in Portland restaurants. However, we like to eat when we’re in West Linn, and here are some of our favorites: Bugatti’s Ristorante, Allium Bistro, Thai Orchid, Thai Lemon, Linn City Pub, and Willamette Coffee House.
Shopping
West Linn is home to numerous shopping centers, so everyday necessities and services are close at hand.
- Cascade Summit Professional BLDG (22400 Salamo Rd)
- River Falls Shopping Center (1865 Blankenship Rd)
- Robinwood Shopping Center (19149 Willamette Dr)
- West Linn Central Village (21900 Willamette Dr)
- For upscale shopping, Washington Square in Southwest Portland and Bridgeport Village in Tigard are also nearby. You’ll also enjoy gracious Lakeview Village nestled against Millennium Plaza Park in downtown Lake Oswego.
Markets
You have a few good choices for supermarkets in West Linn:
- Market of Choice (5639 Hood St, West Linn)
- Safeway (22000 Salamo Rd, West Linn)
- Walmart (19133 Willamette Dr, West Linn)
And you’ll find these popular, upscale markets in nearby Lake Oswego:
- Zupan’s Markets (Lake Grove:16380 Boones Ferry, Lake Oswego)
- New Seasons (Mountain Park:3 Monroe Parkway, Lake Oswego)
Local News
City Maps
- Maps: City of West Linn
- Maps: West Linn Neighborhood Associations
- Maps: West Linn Interactive
- Maps: West Linn City Parks
- Maps: West Linn Bike Routes
- Maps: West Linn Walking Paths & Trails
In the News
- CNN Money: Best Places to Live (#69)
- Sperling’s Best Places: West Linn
- Sperling’s Rankings for West Linn, Oregon
- Fox 12: West Linn, Lake Oswego Make List of Safest Cities
- World City Information: West Linn Makes National Listing of Best Places to Live
- Neighborhood Scout: Top 100 Safest Cities in the U.S. (#31)
- AreaVibes: Top 100 Cities in Oregon (#21)
History
- City of West Linn Historic Context Statement: Willamette and Holly Grove Neighborhoods
- City of West Linn: History
- Information About Time Capsule Hidden at the Library
- Just Yesterday: A Brief Story of West Linn, Oregon
- Series of Seven History Articles by Sandy Carter for West Linn Tidings
- The Last Days of Linn City
- West Linn Centennial
- Willamette Meteorite History
Social Media
Additional Resources