Hillsboro

Southeast Hillsboro has an abundant amount of greenery.
Intel is the largest employer in Hillsboro, and employs many Orenco Station neighbors.
The main local offices of Intel are located in the heart of Orenco Station.

Hillsboro, OR Area Guide

Be dazzled by the brilliance you'll discover in Hillsboro

Outdoorsy Exciting Fun-Filled 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. 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.

Explore the City

The main local offices of Intel are located in the heart of Orenco Station.

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Hillsboro, OR is $1,440 for a studio, $1,621 for one bedroom, $1,877 for two bedrooms, and $2,288 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hillsboro has decreased by -4.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,621/month
721 Sq Ft
House
$2,543/month
1,623 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,145/month
1,261 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,228/month
1,450 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Hillsboro, OR is for everyday living.

Moderately walkable

Walkability

60 / 100

Some public transit

Transit

50 / 100

Exceptionally drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

Schools

Century High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Glencoe High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Liberty High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Hillsboro High School

Public

Grades 9-12

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 February 2026.