King City was originally incorporated in the 1960’s as a retirement community, but has long since grown and expanded into an inclusive city of over 3,000 residents of all ages. The original King City Civic Association (KCCA), with golf, shopping and wonderful mid-century single level homes, condos and townhomes is the heart of the area. Those looking for new, or newer homes will be delighted with the newly constructed neighborhoods expanding to the west and those planned for the future. Parks, trails, the Tualatin River, proximity to Sherwood and the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge are jewels of this area.
King City, Oregon, combines the best of both worlds for residents – access to the Portland- Vancouver metro areas and the slower pace and tight-knit feel of a smaller community. The area has plenty to offer, from natural beauty to the convenience of all services practically out one's front door. For those looking to move here, finding the best real estate in King City, Oregon, requires a Realtor who knows the area. Lisa, at Hamilton Realty, ,knows the area and is here to help.
From its humble beginnings as a small gold rush town at the convergence of the Willamette and Columbia Rivers to its growth into one of the most progressive cities in the US, Portland and its suburb of King City combine urban sophistication with a safe, quiet, active community. With access to the Pacific Ocean as well as proximity to the Cascade Mountain range and the PNW forests, King City has enough to offer the most active and outdoorsy individuals.
King City has a lower teacher to student ratio than many other regions of the country, and a higher rate of graduation than the greater Portland area and Oregon overall. King City residents have, on average, a higher level of education than the metro area and the state, for 2-year college, University, and post-graduate degrees.
As a smaller community, King City families may have the opportunity to develop stronger relationships with the teachers in the school district, and those that wish may have plenty of volunteer opportunities.
While the home values in King City are higher than many other places in the US and even higher than most cities in Oregon, the diversity of homes in the area may help families of all sizes find the right fit at the right price. From apartments to larger houses for families with children, there are plenty of options. Renters make up a little over 20% of the population in King City, and housing appreciation has increased significantly over the last 10 years. For real estate investors, King City may be a viable option.
One of the unique things about King City homes is the diversity in style and amenities of the homes both. It's refreshing for people who are seeking neighborhoods with character that are clean and safe. Some of the neighborhoods also have small parks or are only a short stroll to the five acre King City Community Park, or are within walking distance of the small downtown area.
The unemployment rate in King City is slightly lower than the national average with a job growth expectancy above the national average. Although many residents of the original King City Civic Association (KCCA) area are retired, as well as those in King City Highlands, many remain active and employed or self-employed. The newer neighborhoods to the west are primarily made up of singles, couples, and families with children of all ages, many still in the earning years of their careers.
Lisa Hamilton, a professional Realtor, and decades long resident in the area, has years of local knowledge under her belt and knows how to match buyers to just the right home and how to represent seller"s interest for best outcomes. Lisa is a true professional in all ways team that's here to work hard and work smart for you, always putting her clients' best interests at the forefront. Give Lisa a call or visit her online to discuss your options!
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