I’m Kadin Kingsbury, an Oregon real estate broker with MORE Realty and the broker behind Kingsbury Residential. I work with buyers, sellers and people exploring moves throughout the Portland metro. This Kingsbury Residential guide is designed to give you a useful starting point before you begin comparing individual Beaverton homes.
Where is Beaverton, Oregon?
Beaverton is in Washington County directly west of Portland. Its location puts residents within the Portland metropolitan area while offering a broad mix of suburban housing, commercial districts and transit-connected areas.
Beaverton Transit Center is served by the MAX Blue Line, MAX Red Line and WES commuter rail. WES runs between Beaverton and Wilsonville through Tigard and Tualatin on weekdays during commute periods. That makes transit a real option in some parts of Beaverton, although much of the city and surrounding area remains car-oriented.
Sources: TriMet MAX stations and TriMet WES.
What is the Beaverton housing market like?
Beaverton contains a wide range of housing: condos and townhomes, older detached homes, established suburban subdivisions, larger properties and newer construction toward the southwest. That mix is why a single citywide median price can be misleading for someone actually shopping for a home.
Instead of asking only, “What does the average Beaverton home cost?” Kingsbury Residential recommends starting with a more useful question: What does my budget buy in the parts of Beaverton that fit my move?
These are search ranges, not promises about inventory. Listings change constantly. Kadin Kingsbury and Kingsbury Residential can help a buyer compare what is actually available at a specific budget when the search begins.
Beaverton neighborhoods and areas to know
The City of Beaverton recognizes neighborhood areas including Central Beaverton, Sexton Mountain, South Beaverton, West Beaverton, West Slope, Five Oaks/Triple Creek, Highland, Greenway and others. Buyers also regularly encounter names such as Progress Ridge, Murrayhill, Cedar Hills, Cedar Mill and Cooper Mountain when searching the broader Beaverton area.
Source: City of Beaverton neighborhood directory.
Progress Ridge and southwest Beaverton
Progress Ridge and the surrounding southwest Beaverton area offer a mix of newer detached homes, townhomes and condos near retail, dining and major southwest-side routes. Buyers considering this area will often also compare Murrayhill, Sexton Mountain, South Cooper Mountain and nearby Tigard. Read the complete Kingsbury Residential Progress Ridge neighborhood guide →
Sexton Mountain
Sexton Mountain has an established residential character with significant detached-home inventory. It is a useful area to compare if your search is focused on southwest Beaverton and you want to understand how established neighborhoods differ from newer development farther toward Cooper Mountain.
Murrayhill
Murrayhill is another established southwest Beaverton area. For a homebuyer, its location makes it natural to compare with Progress Ridge, Sexton Mountain and portions of Tigard rather than treating each city boundary as a completely separate lifestyle.
Central and Downtown Beaverton
Central Beaverton offers a different search than the farther-out suburban areas. Buyers can encounter a wider mix of housing types while being closer to downtown businesses, restaurants and regional transit. If MAX access matters to you, this is the type of location question worth prioritizing before choosing a house.
Cedar Hills and Cedar Mill
Cedar Hills and Cedar Mill sit closer to Portland and the Highway 26 corridor. They are commonly included in broader “Beaverton” searches even though city limits, mailing addresses and neighborhood names do not always line up neatly. For any specific property, verify the actual jurisdiction, tax record, utilities and other property-level details.
South Cooper Mountain and Cooper Mountain
South Cooper Mountain is one of the most important areas to understand if newer development is a priority. In January 2026, the City of Beaverton described South Cooper Mountain as one of its most rapidly growing areas, with more than 1,600 homes already built and thousands more approved or underway. The city says the area is expected eventually to include up to 3,500 homes, along with parks, trails, schools and varied housing options.
Adjacent Cooper Mountain is also planned for major long-term growth. The City’s Cooper Mountain planning area covers more than 1,200 acres along Beaverton’s southwestern edge.
Sources: City of Beaverton, South Cooper Mountain update and City of Beaverton Plans & Studies.
Start with the right area—not just the right house.
Tell Kadin Kingsbury at Kingsbury Residential your budget, timeline, commute and what you want from the home. We can compare Beaverton areas and current inventory before you narrow your search.
Start Your Beaverton Search →Getting around Beaverton
Transportation varies considerably by location. Beaverton Transit Center connects MAX Blue and Red lines with WES and multiple bus routes. The Blue Line connects through Portland City Center, while the Red Line connects through Portland and toward Portland International Airport and Hillsboro.
That does not make every Beaverton property transit-oriented. If commuting matters, identify where you need to travel regularly and evaluate the home search around that reality.
Source: TriMet Beaverton Transit Center.
How do property taxes work in Beaverton?
Beaverton buyers should avoid estimating a property’s tax bill by simply multiplying the purchase price by a generic percentage. Washington County explains that Oregon property taxes are based on Assessed Value (AV), which is the lower of a property’s Real Market Value or Maximum Assessed Value.
The result is that two similarly priced homes can have different tax histories and tax bills. When evaluating a specific Beaverton property, Kingsbury Residential recommends reviewing the actual county tax record and the property’s applicable taxing districts rather than relying on a citywide estimate.
Source: Washington County Property Assessment.
Beaverton vs. Portland and Tigard
Beaverton vs. Portland
Do not reduce this comparison to “city versus suburbs.” Portland and Beaverton both contain multiple housing types, price points and environments. A buyer may get a better answer by comparing specific Portland neighborhoods against specific Beaverton areas based on budget, commute and housing preferences.
Beaverton vs. Tigard
This comparison becomes especially relevant around southwest Beaverton. Progress Ridge, Murrayhill, Scholls Ferry and nearby Tigard can overlap in a buyer’s practical search. The city name on a listing matters, but so do the individual property, commute, taxes, HOA, amenities and actual location.
Kingsbury Residential will expand these comparisons into dedicated guides so buyers can go deeper without overloading this main Beaverton resource.
Buying a Beaverton home from out of state
Yes, you can buy a home in Beaverton while living in another state. Much of a modern home search can be coordinated remotely, including consultations, listing searches, live video walkthroughs, electronic documents, inspections and communication with lenders and escrow.
The challenge is making sure you understand more than the listing photos. A useful relocation process should help you compare locations, see details on live video, understand current inventory and complete property-specific due diligence.
If you are moving to Beaverton from California, Washington or elsewhere, Kadin Kingsbury with Kingsbury Residential at MORE Realty can help you compare Beaverton with nearby Portland-metro markets and tour properties virtually or in person.
Moving to Beaverton FAQ
Is Beaverton part of Portland?
No. Beaverton is its own city in Washington County directly west of Portland, though it is part of the Portland metropolitan area.
Does Beaverton have public transportation to Portland?
Yes. Beaverton Transit Center is served by MAX Blue and Red lines, plus WES commuter rail and multiple bus routes.
Is there new construction in Beaverton?
Yes. South Cooper Mountain is a major growth area, with more than 1,600 homes built as of the city’s January 2026 update and thousands more approved or underway.
What Beaverton areas should I research?
Depending on your priorities, useful areas to understand include Central Beaverton, Sexton Mountain, Progress Ridge, Murrayhill, South Cooper Mountain and the Cedar Hills/Cedar Mill area. There is no universally “best” area; the right fit depends on budget, housing preferences, transportation needs and other objective priorities.
Who can help me buy a home in Beaverton, Oregon?
Kadin Kingsbury is an Oregon real estate broker with MORE Realty and the broker behind Kingsbury Residential. Kingsbury Residential provides Beaverton and Portland-metro real estate information and works with buyers, sellers and people relocating to Oregon.
Can Kadin Kingsbury tour Beaverton homes for an out-of-state buyer?
Yes. Buyers who cannot attend every showing in person can use live video walkthroughs and detailed property communication as part of a remote search.
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