Sherwood is about 15 miles southwest of Portland and one of the fastest-growing communities in the metro, mostly because of its schools: the Sherwood School District posts some of the top academic ratings in Washington County. Homes run roughly $550,000–$700,000, and a lot of what you get is new construction with bigger lots, modern finishes, and builder warranties.
Who Sherwood fits
Families, first and foremost. If schools are driving your search and you want a newer home with a real yard, Sherwood is one of the strongest options in the metro at this price point this close to Portland. It's not the flashiest suburb, but it's the one where families tend to be happiest five years in.
What daily life looks like
Old Town Sherwood has a genuinely walkable main street with local restaurants, shops, and community events, and the Robin Hood Festival has been a town tradition for decades, a good sign of how rooted the community is. Tigard and Tualatin are next door for bigger shopping and dining.
The trade-offs
Sherwood is a driving suburb. There's no MAX, and a commute into downtown Portland is longer than from Tigard or Beaverton. Prices also run higher than Hillsboro or Tigard for comparable square footage, which is the premium for the schools and newer housing stock.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are homes in Sherwood, Oregon?
Typical medians run roughly $550,000 to $700,000, and much of the inventory is newer construction with bigger lots and builder warranties.
Are Sherwood schools good?
The Sherwood School District consistently posts some of the top academic ratings in Washington County, which is a big reason Sherwood is one of the fastest-growing communities in the metro.
How far is Sherwood from Portland?
About 15 miles southwest of downtown Portland. It's primarily a car commute, with no MAX light rail service.
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