Portland Metropolitan Area
Cedar Mill, Oregon
Unincorporated community
Wooded west-side community along Cornell Road
Cedar Mill is an unincorporated community in Washington County between Portland's West Hills and Beaverton, known for wooded neighborhoods and busy Cornell Road.
History & Local Character
Cedar Mill grew around a sawmill built in the 1850s on Cedar Mill Creek. The mill is gone, but the name and several historic structures remain.
Housing & Real Estate
Most housing is single-family homes on wooded lots built between the 1960s and 1990s, with newer townhomes along Cornell Road. Prices are relatively high for unincorporated areas.
Restaurants & Shopping
Cornell Road holds a mix of cafes, bakeries, sushi, pizza and family restaurants, with more options at Cedar Mill Crossing and in nearby Bethany.
Schools & Education
Beaverton School District serves the area, and several private schools are located nearby.
Parks & Recreation
The Jenkins Estate, Cooper Mountain Nature Park and the Rock Creek Trail provide nearby recreation, and the community has small neighborhood parks.
Transportation & Accessibility
Cornell Road, Saltzman Road and US 26 connect Cedar Mill to Portland and Beaverton, with TriMet bus service on Cornell.
Local Businesses
Bakeries and cafesSpecialty grocersProfessional officesFitness studios
No businesses are listed in Cedar Mill yet. Add your business to be the first.
Nearby Attractions
- Jenkins Estate
- Cooper Mountain Nature Park
- Rock Creek Trail
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Wooded, established neighborhoods
- Close to downtown Portland
- Good schools
Considerations
- Cornell Road congestion
- No city government
- High housing costs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cedar Mill a city?
No. Cedar Mill is an unincorporated community in Washington County and a census-designated place, with no municipal government.