North Plains Real Estate
Small-town living northwest of Hillsboro
Overview
North Plains is a small incorporated city in Washington County, northwest of Hillsboro along U.S. Route 26. Its population was 3,441 at the 2020 census. Residents voted to incorporate when the town had about 500 people, and it has grown steadily since.
Lifestyle
North Plains offers a small-town feel with highway access to Hillsboro, Bethany, and Portland. Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club is just outside town, and it's surrounded by farmland and open space.
Schools
North Plains is served by Hillsboro School District, including North Plains Elementary. Confirm middle and high school assignments by address with the district.
Housing
North Plains has older homes in town, newer subdivisions, and larger lots and rural properties on the outskirts. Rural properties may have wells, septic systems, or zoning considerations, so plan those inspections early. With a small inventory, accurate pricing matters.
Market snapshot
Metro-wide market context (RMLS Market Action, Portland Metro, September 2026; these are metro-wide figures, not neighborhood-specific): the median sale price was $545,000, flat compared with September 2025; inventory rose to 4.2 months; total market time was 68 days; and pending sales were down 17.9% from a year earlier. Source: RMLS Market Action, Portland Metro, September 2026.
Why work with Joe Liu & The Liu Group
Joe Liu is Principal Broker of The Liu Group at Keller Williams Portland Central, with 17 years in Portland-metro real estate. The team's Zillow profile shows a 5.0 rating from 150 team reviews. Joe owns and manages 100+ rental units himself, so investment questions get real-world answers, and he also works short sales, pre-foreclosures, and bank-owned (REO) properties. Team member Jeanette Feng speaks Mandarin. North Plains connects directly to the Hillsboro, Aloha, and Bethany areas the team works regularly.
Frequently asked questions
Is North Plains its own city?
Yes. North Plains is an incorporated city in Washington County, northwest of Hillsboro.
What schools serve North Plains, Oregon?
Hillsboro School District, including North Plains Elementary. Confirm middle and high school assignments by address.
Is there golf near North Plains?
Yes. Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club is just outside town.
Are there acreage or rural properties near North Plains?
Yes, on the outskirts. Those homes may have wells, septic systems, or zoning items to check, and The Liu Group builds those inspections into your plan.
Is North Plains a good alternative to Hillsboro or Bethany?
For buyers who want a small-town feel and possibly more space, it can be. The Liu Group compares price per square foot and commute side by side.
Can you help me sell a home in North Plains?
Yes. In a small market, accurate pricing and broad marketing matter even more, and The Liu Group handles both.
Talk with Joe
Call or text Joe:(971) 303-8717 · [email protected]
The Liu Group at Keller Williams · 919 NE 19th Ave, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97232
