Portland metro, OR–WA relocation guide
Moving to Cornelius, OR
About Cornelius
Cornelius is a small city of about 13,000 on TV Highway between Hillsboro and Forest Grove, roughly 25 miles west of downtown Portland. It offers some of the metro's most affordable single-family housing, anchored by the historic Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center and a compact downtown. Residents use Forest Grove's and Hillsboro's amenities and transit links while paying less for housing.
Home prices in Cornelius
The median listing price in Cornelius is $547,430.
Top places in Cornelius
- Harleman Park — city park with sports fields and playground.
- Veterans Memorial Park — downtown green space.
- Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center — landmark community health provider.
- TV Highway commercial corridor — taquerias, markets, and local businesses.
- Forest Grove Farmers Market — a few minutes west on Main Street.
- Henry Hagg Lake — reservoir recreation a short drive southwest.
- Echo Shaw Elementary / Cornelius Elementary — neighborhood school campuses.
Commuting from Cornelius
- No MAX in town; the MAX Blue Line is reachable at Hillsboro's Fairplex or Hawthorn Farm stations (~10 minutes east) or via TriMet bus along TV Highway.
- Typical drive to downtown Portland: ~30–45 minutes via TV Highway/OR-8 to US-26 east (approximate).
Schools in Cornelius
Public schools: Forest Grove School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Cornelius FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Cornelius, OR?
The median listing price in Cornelius is $547,430. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot) - How is the commute from Cornelius, OR?
No MAX in town; the MAX Blue Line is reachable at Hillsboro's Fairplex or Hawthorn Farm stations (~10 minutes east) or via TriMet bus along TV Highway. - Which school district serves Cornelius, OR?
Cornelius is served by Forest Grove School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.