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Marylhurst, Oregon
Sign at entrance to community
Sign at entrance to community
Marylhurst, Oregon is located in Oregon
Marylhurst, Oregon
Marylhurst, Oregon
Location in Oregon
Marylhurst, Oregon is located in the United States
Marylhurst, Oregon
Marylhurst, Oregon
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Oregon
County Clackamas
Elevation
151 ft (46 m)
Time zone UTC-8 (Pacific (PST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-7 (PDT)
GNIS feature ID 1158626

Marylhurst, Oregon is a small area located in the state of Oregon, United States. It is home to a U.S. Post Office with the ZIP Code 97036. You can find Marylhurst in the southern part of Lake Oswego, Oregon.

Marylhurst is also known as a neighborhood within the city of Lake Oswego. It is near the former campus of Marylhurst University, which closed in 2018. The area is about eight miles south of Portland. It sits close to the Willamette River and can be reached by Oregon Route 43.

What is Marylhurst?

Marylhurst is a special place in Oregon. It is not a city on its own. Instead, it is a recognized area within the larger city of Lake Oswego, Oregon. Many people know it because of its Post Office.

A Neighborhood Name

The name Marylhurst is often used for a neighborhood. This neighborhood is part of Lake Oswego. There is also a residential area called Marylhurst. This area is right across from the old university campus. It is officially part of the Glenmorrie neighborhood.

Location and Surroundings

Marylhurst is in Clackamas County. It is a beautiful area in the Pacific Northwest. The elevation of Marylhurst is about 151 feet above sea level.

Close to Major Cities

Marylhurst is conveniently located. It is only about eight miles south of Portland. Portland is the largest city in Oregon. This makes Marylhurst easy to visit.

Near the Willamette River

The area is also very close to the Willamette River. This river is important for Oregon. It flows north through the Willamette Valley. The river adds to the natural beauty of Marylhurst.

Marylhurst University

For many years, Marylhurst was famous for its university. Marylhurst University was a private university. It was known for its arts and humanities programs.

The University's History

The university had a long history in the area. It was a place where many students learned and grew. However, the university closed its doors in 2018. The campus is now used for other purposes.

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