Gladstone (2020 Census population ~12,000) sits near the confluence of the Clackamas and Willamette Rivers, about 12 miles south of Portland. Founded as a planned community in the 1890s, it is a compact, affordable inner suburb with a small downtown on Portland Avenue, riverfront parks, and quick I-205 access.
Photography of GladstonePhoto: Multiple credited photographers · See source links
Home prices in Gladstone
The median listing price in Gladstone is $514,949.
Top places in Gladstone
Meldrum Bar Park — riverfront park at the Clackamas/Willamette confluence.
Cross Park (shown in the Commons photo below).
High Rocks Park — Clackamas River swimming and cliffs.
Downtown Portland Avenue — historic main street (shown below) and the old-time gas station (shown below).
Commuting from Gladstone
Approximate drive to downtown Portland: ~20 minutes via I-205/OR-99E (McLoughlin Blvd) (approximate; longer at peak).
No MAX station in town. Nearest MAX Orange Line stations: Milwaukie/Main St or SE Tacoma/Johnson Creek, roughly 3 miles away. TriMet bus service in town.
Schools in Gladstone
Public schools: Gladstone School District 115. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Gladstone FAQs
What is the housing market like in Gladstone, OR? The median listing price in Gladstone is $514,949. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot)
How is the commute from Gladstone, OR? Approximate drive to downtown Portland: ~20 minutes via I-205/OR-99E (McLoughlin Blvd) (approximate; longer at peak).
Which school district serves Gladstone, OR? Gladstone is served by Gladstone School District 115. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
