Troutdale (2020 Census population ~16,300) calls itself the "Gateway to the Columbia River Gorge" — the easternmost Multnomah County city where I-84 meets the Historic Columbia River Highway. It has a well-preserved downtown antiques district, the 1900 Harlow House museum, Sandy River parks, and the Troutdale Airport, with easy access to Multnomah Falls and the Gorge.
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Home prices in Troutdale
The median listing price in Troutdale is $499,500.
Top places in Troutdale
Historic downtown Troutdale — antiques district on the Columbia River Highway.
Harlow House (1900) — house museum.
Glenn Otto Park on the Sandy River — swimming beach.
Nearby: the Columbia River Gorge and Multnomah Falls (~15 miles).
Commuting from Troutdale
Approximate drive to downtown Portland: ~25 minutes via I-84 (approximate; longer at peak). About 10 minutes to PDX.
No MAX station in town. Nearest MAX Blue Line station: Ruby Junction/E 197th Ave, roughly 2 miles away. TriMet bus service in town.
Schools in Troutdale
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.
Troutdale FAQs
What is the housing market like in Troutdale, OR? The median listing price in Troutdale is $499,500. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot)
How is the commute from Troutdale, OR? Approximate drive to downtown Portland: ~25 minutes via I-84 (approximate; longer at peak). About 10 minutes to PDX.
Which school district serves Troutdale, OR? Troutdale 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.
