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Hillsboro, OR

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Be dazzled by the brilliance you'll discover in Hillsboro

Outdoorsy Exciting Fun-Filled Family-Friendly Silicon Forest

Welcome to Hillsboro, Oregon's fifth-largest city and a technology hub in the Pacific Northwest. Located in the scenic Tualatin Valley just 17 miles west of Portland, this community seamlessly combines innovation with small-town atmosphere. The rental market currently offers varied options, with average rents ranging from $1,535 for studios to $2,806 for four-bedroom homes, though rates have decreased by 4.4% over the past year. Housing choices span from apartments in the pedestrian-friendly Orenco Station neighborhood to homes in the historic downtown district.

Life in Hillsboro balances city conveniences with outdoor activities. The city features more than 20 parks, including Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve, a haven for wildlife observation. The Glenn & Viola Walters Cultural Arts Center hosts regular performances and exhibitions, while the annual Oregon International Air Show brings excitement to summer festivities. Historic downtown Hillsboro and the Streets of Tanasbourne offer shopping and dining options. The MAX Light Rail Blue Line provides direct access to Portland, and the Hillsboro School District serves the community. Originally established in 1842 and named after pioneer David Hill, Hillsboro has evolved from its agricultural roots to become an important technology center in Oregon.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Hillsboro, OR is $1,448 for a studio, $1,596 for one bedroom, $1,860 for two bedrooms, and $2,303 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hillsboro has decreased by -5.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,596/month
722 Sq Ft
House
$2,467/month
1,557 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,939/month
1,180 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,230/month
1,454 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Hillsboro, OR

Transportation

51

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

36

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

68

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Farmington View Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

245 Students

Ladd Acres Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

411 Students

Paul L Patterson Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

404 Students

Jackson Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

389 Students

Brookwood Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

333 Students

Beaverton Academy of Science and Engineering

Public

Grades 6-12

822 Students

Groner Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

154 Students

South Meadows Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

709 Students

R A Brown Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

722 Students

J W Poynter Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

654 Students

Beaverton Academy of Science and Engineering

Public

Grades 6-12

822 Students

Century High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,551 Students

Glencoe High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,500 Students

Liberty High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,454 Students

Hillsboro High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,359 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Rood Bridge Park & Rhododendron Garden
  • Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals
  • Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve
  • Washington County Museum
  • Tualatin Hills Nature Center

Airports

  • Portland International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.