West Linn, Oregon, known as "the city of hills, trees and rivers", is a fast-growing residential city located 12 miles south of Portland. It has all of the advantages of being close to the urban amenities of the metropolitan area, while still retaining small town charm.
As it is bordered by the Willamette and Tualatin Rivers, West Linn is home to fishing enthusiasts of all types. Kayak, canoe and boating enjoyment is available as well. The Cedaroak Boat Ramp Park offers access to the river, wildlife viewing, fishing and hiking trail access.
Mary S. Young State Park is a favorite of birders, with numerous walking trails and river views. There are also sports fields, a shelter, and an unleashed dog area, as well as a walking bridge to Cedar Island. The Camassia Natural Area, owned by the Nature Conservancy, has more than 300 plant species in the preserve, including the common camas. Camas, formerly used as a food source by Pacific Northwest Native Americans, has beautiful blue blooms in April and early May. Birders can find the wood duck, western bluebird, and California quail, as well as other well-known bird species in the natural area.
West Linn's historic Willamette neighborhood is the host of the city's annual West Linn Old Time Fair. Held in July, the three day event includes musical entertainment, good eating, family fun, games, carnival rides, and a custom car show.
Housing Cost
West Linn has a good mix of older homes and established neighborhoods along the Willamette River to the soaring views of the area's luxury hilltop homes.
Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $320,800
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2006: 25,209. West Linn covers 7.39 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 128 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 97068
Weather
West Linn, OR climate is mild during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 60's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is August with an average maximum temperature of 83.00 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 35.70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 27 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 14 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at West Linn is 46.05 Inches. Winter months tend to be wetter than summer months. The wettest month of the year is December with an average rainfall of 7.23 Inches.
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