Arlington Heights lives right beside Portland's front yard. Perched above downtown next to Washington Park — home to the International Rose Test Garden, the Japanese Garden, and Hoyt Arboretum — this elegant West Hills enclave pairs grand historic homes with mature trees and city views. Prestige and setting are simply built in.
What sets Arlington Heights apart
Setting and stature. The neighborhood offers stately early-1900s architecture, leafy streets, and a location wrapped around one of the country's great urban parks, minutes from downtown. For buyers after a distinguished West Hills address with nature at the doorstep, few places compare.
What drives value here
In a prestige hillside neighborhood, architecture, views, and lot all command premiums. Preserved period craftsmanship and outlook can swing value dramatically — far beyond what a citywide estimate can read.
Want a number that reflects your home's character and views? Get your Arlington Heights home value here, or reach out for a full CMA on recent West Hills sales.
Selling in late fall, next to Washington Park
Late October brings peak autumn color to the park and arboretum right outside — use it in your photography while it lasts. As the rains and early darkness arrive, have the heating serviced so the home feels warm and inviting, clear gutters ahead of the wet months, and light interiors generously for showings that now fall after dusk.
Three tips for a historic Arlington Heights home
- Feature architecture and views. They're your biggest differentiators — lead with them.
- Preserve, then update wisely. Keep period character; modernize where it counts.
- Price to the hills. This market has its own comps — local expertise is essential.
Historic and West Hills homes are my specialty. I'm Michael Smira — 15 years in this market, top 1% for the last 12 — and I'd welcome the chance to give you a candid read on your home's value.
Michael Smira, Realtor®
Smira Group — John L. Scott
(503) 935-2560 · michael@smiragroup.com