Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
45-54 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
13%
Sherwood
Sherwood, OR Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,740
Population
19,958
Renter Mix
26% Rent
Family-friendly Portland suburb offers festivals, nature, and wine to residents.
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Suburban
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Nestled in the Tualatin Valley about 20 miles southwest of Portland, Sherwood carries a small-town feel without cutting you off from the city's energy. The downtown area has a walkable, laid-back character, with local shops and eateries clustered near tree-lined streets. Outdoor lovers are well-served here, thanks to places like Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge and Magness Memorial Tree Farm, where mossy trails and quiet streams make for a satisfying afternoon escape.
The rental market leans toward well-maintained apartment communities and townhomes, with a mix of garden-style layouts and newer builds offering spacious floor plans. Commuters benefit from access to WES Commuter Rail and nearby Highway 99W, making trips into Portland or Tigard straightforward. Every July, the city hosts its beloved Robin Hood Festival, a nod to its name and a tradition that dates back decades, drawing visitors from across the region. Sherwood's connection to that legendary outlaw is more than just a nod—the city was reportedly named after the famous English forest, giving it a bit of storybook history to call its own.
Explore the City
A paved path leads neighbors the beautifully landscaped Stella Olson Memorial Park n the Sherwood/Tualatin North Neighborhood.
Streets lined with manicured lawns in the Sherwood/ Tualatin North Neighborhood.
Aerial view of the historic town of Sherwood, backdropped by Mt. Hood.
Beautiful views of the Willamette Valley from Snyder Dog Park in Sherwood.
TriMet bus service runs from historic downtown Sherwood to Tigard.
Vibrant fall colors frame a Craftsman Bungalow in Sherwood, OR.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$117,786
Average: $142,828
Education
7,101
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,564
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Sherwood has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Sherwood, OR is $1,608 for a studio, $1,746 for one bedroom, $1,871 for two bedrooms, and $2,393 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sherwood has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,746/month
772 Sq Ft
House
$2,380/month
1,319 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Sherwood, OR is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
652 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
469 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
399 Students
Public
Grades K-8
214 Students
Public
Grades K-5
331 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
490 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,135 Students
Public
Grades K-8
214 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,704 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
- Magness Memorial Tree Farm
- Graham Oaks Nature Park
- Cooper Mountain Nature Park
- Jenkins Estate
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.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.