Blue Heron, Beaverton, OR
Blue Heron — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Blue Heron, Beaverton, Oregon. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA) licensing database.
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Blue Heron Neighborhood Overview
Welcome to Blue Heron
Blue Heron is an established, upper-mid market neighborhood in Beaverton, Oregon, with a ZIP code of 97035 in Clackamas County. It is centrally located among several desirable residential areas, including Woodside and Westridge. The neighborhood offers a quiet, suburban atmosphere with a high standard of living.
Lifestyle & Amenities
Residents enjoy a walkable suburban environment, with the neighborhood scoring 13.9 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index. Its prime location provides easy access to the shops, dining, and services of nearby Lake Oswego and central Beaverton. The area is characterized by well-maintained homes and mature landscaping.
Real Estate Market
The real estate market in Blue Heron is active and affluent, with a median home value of $696,800 and a median household income of $116,786. In 2023, there were 764 mortgage originations, predominantly conventional loans, indicating a strong and stable buyer pool. Rental options are available, with a median gross rent of $1,906 per month.
Schools & Education
Families in Blue Heron are served by highly regarded schools in the Lake Oswego School District. Students typically attend Westridge Elementary School, Lakeridge Middle School, and Lakeridge High School, all located within approximately 1.2 miles. Several other top-rated elementary schools, including River Grove and Lake Grove, are also conveniently nearby.
Transportation & Connectivity
The neighborhood provides good connectivity for commuters via major routes like State Route 43 (Macadam Avenue) and Interstate 5. While primarily car-dependent, the walkable street grid facilitates local trips. Its position offers a relatively quick commute to downtown Portland, Tualatin, and the Silicon Forest tech corridor.
Why Choose Blue Heron
Blue Heron is an ideal choice for professionals and families seeking a premium suburban lifestyle with top-tier schools and a stable, high-value housing market. It balances quiet, tree-lined streets with exceptional convenience to urban amenities and employment centers. The neighborhood represents a sound investment in one of the Portland metro area's most sought-after communities.
Blue Heron Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $697K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $117K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 63.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 1.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Tier | Upper Mid | Top10Lists.us Classification |
| Primary ZIP Code | 97035 | |
| Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA) | ||
| Total Mortgage Originations | 764 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| VA Loan Originations | 12 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| VA Loan Share | 1.6% | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 728 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 24 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Blue Heron, Beaverton
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Blue Heron
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2023
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18