Portland Metropolitan Area
Sherwood, Oregon
City
Small city with a historic Old Town and strong schools
Sherwood sits in the southern Tualatin Valley, known for its compact Old Town, strong schools and family-oriented neighborhoods.
History & Local Character
Sherwood grew as a farming community called Smockville before incorporating as Sherwood in 1893. Brick storefronts from that era still line Railroad Street in Old Town.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing is primarily single-family homes in subdivisions built from the 1990s onward, with newer townhomes near Old Town. Prices are mid-range for the metro.
Restaurants & Shopping
Old Town has a cluster of cafes, pubs, bakeries and restaurants, and the Sherwood Plaza area adds everyday options.
Schools & Education
Sherwood School District operates a small, well-regarded system with one high school and a handful of elementary and middle schools.
Parks & Recreation
Sherwood's parks include Snyder Park and the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge on the city's northern edge, which offers trails and wildlife viewing.
Transportation & Accessibility
OR 99W and Roy Rogers Road connect Sherwood to Tigard and I-5, and TriMet buses serve the city. The drive to Portland is about 30 minutes.
Local Businesses
Old Town cafes and pubsFamily-run shopsLandscaping servicesYouth sports programs
Nearby Attractions
- Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
- Old Town Sherwood
- Sherwood Robin Hood Festival
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Strong schools
- Walkable Old Town
- Wildlife refuge on the doorstep
Considerations
- Limited through-roads cause congestion
- Few large employers
- Housing supply is tight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood known for?
Sherwood is known for its historic Old Town, its school district and the annual Robin Hood Festival, a tradition dating to the 1950s.