Fairview (2020 Census population ~10,400) is an east-Multnomah County city between I-84 and the Columbia River, east of Portland and west of Troutdale. It blends the master-planned Fairview Village town-center development with older neighborhoods, and is known for Blue Lake Regional Park and Fairview Lake. It offers relatively affordable east-county housing with quick freeway access.
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Home prices in Fairview
The median listing price in Fairview is $450,000.
Top places in Fairview
Blue Lake Regional Park — lake swimming, boating, and trails.
Salish Ponds Nature Park — wetlands and walking trails.
Fairview Village — town-center shops and dining.
Historic Fairview City Jail (1915, National Register; shown below).
Fairview-Columbia Library (shown below) and Fairview Lake (shown below).
Commuting from Fairview
Approximate drive to downtown Portland: ~25 minutes via I-84 (approximate; longer at peak).
No MAX station in town. Nearest MAX Blue Line stations: Ruby Junction/E 197th Ave or Gresham Central Transit Center, roughly 2–3 miles away. TriMet bus service in town.
Schools in Fairview
Public schools: Reynolds School District 7. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Fairview FAQs
What is the housing market like in Fairview, OR? The median listing price in Fairview is $450,000. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot)
How is the commute from Fairview, OR? Approximate drive to downtown Portland: ~25 minutes via I-84 (approximate; longer at peak).
Which school district serves Fairview, OR? Fairview is served by Reynolds School District 7. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
