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

About Us:
Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.
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The Dream Digs Team are full-service, high-producing agents, who know how to navigate the unique challenges facing the Portland real estate market. The secret to their success lies in their professionalism and complementary skill sets. In 2012, Aryne + Dulcinea seized the opportunity to combine their creative and technical acumen to create a values-driven, client-driven team unlike any other. We are expert negotiators and project managers with a strong background in creative marketing. The Dream Digs Team are fierce advocates for our clients.
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Dedicated to serving buyers and sellers with expertise, enthusiasm, and attention to detail, Aryne adeptly navigates the Portland real estate market. Licensed since 2005, she honors our clients' wants and needs using her sharp negotiating skills and professional know-how to achieve the best results for everyone she serves. Aryne loves the Pacific Northwest! Outside of work, she enjoys hanging out with her husband, listening to music, going on road trips, and talking about everything under the sun. She looks forward to visiting her grown-up kids at college and watching them succeed in all their endeavors. She loves yoga, hiking, dinner parties, podcasts, and embracing all that Portland offers.
Dulcinea thrives on working with clients with a range of real estate goals. Born and raised in Oregon, Dulcinea comes to real estate with a background in design and education. She is an award-winning professional and a steadfast advocate when working for our clients. She has a keen eye for preparing properties for listing and finding properties that best serve our buyers' objectives. Licensed since 2013, Dulcinea works in and around Portland. She is the mother of two and wife to her high school sweetie. In her free time, she stays busy with her family, traveling, creating community, cooking, gardening, making art, exploring, and dreaming big!
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