Southwest Hills, Portland, Oregon facts for kids
This page is about the Portland neighborhood. For the hills themselves, see Tualatin Mountains.
Quick facts for kids
Southwest Hills
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| City | Portland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.05 sq mi (5.30 km2) |
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| • Total | 4,673 |
| • Density | 2,283.6/sq mi (881.7/km2) |
| Housing | |
| • No. of households | 1992 |
| • Occupancy rate | 94% occupied |
| • Owner-occupied | 1683 households (84%) |
| • Renting | 309 households (16%) |
| • Avg. household size | 2.35 persons |
The Southwest Hills is a neighborhood in Portland, Oregon. It's part of the West Hills, which are a range of hills. This area is in the southwest part of the city. A special part of the neighborhood, called Portland Heights, is located above Goose Hollow and Downtown Portland. Some of the Southwest Hills area is actually outside Portland's city limits, in Multnomah County.
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Exploring Southwest Hills Parks
The Southwest Hills neighborhood is home to several beautiful parks. These green spaces offer places for people to relax and enjoy nature.
Popular Parks in the Area
- Council Crest Park - You can find this park on SW Council Crest Drive.
- Governors Park - This park is located at SW 13th Avenue and Davenport Street.
- Marquam Nature Park - You can visit this park at SW Marquam Street and Sam Jackson Park Road.
- Norris House & Property - This area is at 4455 SW Terwilliger Boulevard.
- Portland Heights Park - This park is found at SW Patton Road and Old Orchard Road.
Understanding Southwest Hills Locations
The Southwest Hills area includes specific points that help define its geography.
Key Coordinates
- Portland Heights is located at 45°30′20″N 122°42′11″W / 45.5056737°N 122.7031520°W.
- Council Crest is located at 45°29′56″N 122°42′20″W / 45.499007°N 122.705652°W.
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