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Sylvan Highlands Information

The Sylvan Highlands neighborhood is located on the west slope of the Portland West Hills, right next to gorgeous Forest Park and Washington Park.  This area offers beautiful homes in a secluded setting with some of the best views in the city.  Sylvan Highlands offer the best schools in Portland, is minutes from Downtown Portland and offers stunning homes.

Sylvan Highlands is located in Southwest Portland, bordered by a handful of local Portland parks, and a few neighborhoods. This quiet, mostly residential neighborhood is desirable for bordering Washington Park, encompassing everything from the Oregon Zoo to the Japanese Gardens.

Continue to read to find what to expect when calling Sylvan Highlands home.

Sylvan Highlands Real Estate

Homes in the Sylvan Highlands neighborhood run the gamut of 20th-century architecture. From classic bungalows to Old Portland to Cape Cod, Foursquare, and more, you will see it all. There are also a handful of new construction condominiums spattered about the area. According to Redfin, the median sale price of homes in Sylvan Highlands is $978,000.

Sylvan Highlands Schools

Students living in Sylvan Highlands are zoned into the Portland Public Schools. This school district encompasses learning through academic and extracurricular activities for personal growth and development. Below are the following schools that serve Sylvan Highlands.

Elementary School— Bridlemile Elementary School 

Middle School— West Sylvan Middle School 

High Schools— Lincoln High School 

Sylvan Highlands Neighborhood Parks

The parks in this neighborhood are open for those who enjoy the great outdoors and spending time in the sun.

Forest Park 

This 5,000+ acre park borders the northern boundary of Sylvan Highlands.

Washington Park

This 458+ acre park borders Sylvan Highlands and houses some fun, interactive things to do, like visiting the World Forestry Center, Hoyt Arboretum, and the Wildwood Trail. 

Sylvan Highlands Shopping & Dining

Sylvan Highlands neighborhood may be mostly trees and quiet homes, but that doesn't mean it doesn't play host to some fantastic local restaurants and shops.

Shopping

Clift House Ceramics & Claystation Studio 

At the Clift House Ceramics, you might find some of the most elegant and creative hand-made bowls, vases, etc... all in this Portland suburb. The artist, Andy Clift, takes his craft seriously, and his art statement demonstrates his dedication to connecting with his clients. Many pieces are inspired by nature, and if you are feeling like doing more than just viewing, get down and dirty with the one-on-one clay-throwing lesson with Clift.

Bikini Hut 

This shop is an all-women-run bathing suit store with a focus on body positivity. At Bikini Hut, they pride themselves on funding the best suit for your body type, where you can book a private shopping experience to enhance your privacy and your level of personal attention. And if you aren't feeling a bikini, Bikini Hut offers a range of styles and cuts, as well as cover-ups.

Dining

Pizzicato 

This local darling for artisanal pizza, Pizzicato has expanded to locations in the Portland area. Come for the pizza and stay for the history, whether you opt for a classic Margherita or chow down on the ol' Canadian bacon and pineapple, Pizzicato offers something for everyone. This also includes some out-there toppings like lamb sausage or wild mushrooms.

Interested in the allure of living in Sylvan Heights? From beautiful real estate with deep historical roots in Portland to amazing in-neighborhood features such as in-neighborhood parks, dining, and shopping. With an amazing school district that Sylvan Heights is zoned into, this neighborhood is a good start for those looking for a laid-back, relaxed way of living, perfect for young families.

Contact Your Portland Realtor. 

• SW Portland Public Schools

• Sylvan Highlands Parks - Hoyt Arboretum, Macleay Park, Pittock Acres Park

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