Bethany Real Estate
Unincorporated Washington County · north of US-26
Overview
Bethany is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Washington County, on Portland's Westside north of US-26. Its population was 31,350 at the 2020 census. Common ZIP codes are 97006 and 97229, so many Bethany homes have a Portland or Beaverton mailing address.
Lifestyle
Bethany is largely residential, with neighborhood shopping, parks, and trails, and quick US-26 access to Hillsboro, Beaverton, and downtown Portland. It's popular with families and relocating professionals.
Schools
Bethany is served by Beaverton School District, which includes Bethany Elementary. School assignments vary by address, so confirm with the district's school locator before you buy.
Housing
Housing is mostly single-family homes in planned subdivisions, plus townhomes and some newer construction. Many neighborhoods have homeowners associations, so review dues, reserves, and rental or ADU rules before you commit.
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. Joe works Bethany alongside the connecting Cedar Mill, Hillsboro, and North Plains markets.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bethany part of Portland or Beaverton?
Neither. Bethany is unincorporated Washington County, even though many addresses read Portland (97229) or Beaverton (97006).
What schools serve Bethany, Oregon?
Bethany is served by Beaverton School District, including Bethany Elementary. Confirm assignments by address with the district's locator.
Do most Bethany homes have HOAs?
Many do. The Liu Group reviews HOA dues, reserves, and rental or ADU restrictions with you before you commit.
Bethany vs. Cedar Mill: which is better for me?
It depends on your priorities. Bethany is mostly planned subdivisions, and Cedar Mill has more established neighborhoods. The Liu Group pulls side-by-side comps for both.
How fast are homes selling around Bethany?
Metro-wide, total market time was 68 days and inventory was 4.2 months in September 2026 (RMLS, Portland Metro). Ask for current Bethany-specific comps.
Can you help me sell my Bethany home and buy my next one?
Yes. The Liu Group plans timing, contingencies, and pricing for clients who are selling and buying at once.
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
