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If you’ve ever dreamed of having enough space for a massive garden, a custom workshop, or even a few farm animals, Damascus is where that happens. Located just east of Happy Valley, this community offers a peaceful lifestyle defined by privacy and open land. It’s the perfect balance for those who want country air without a long, difficult commute. Whether you’re searching for a quiet hilltop ranch or preparing to list a long-time family farmhouse, Oregon Digs Real Estate helps you navigate this market with steady guidance and a practical look at what makes every Damascus property a one-of-a-kind find.

ABOUT DAMASCUS, OR

Damascus is a great middle ground if you’re looking for room to breathe without giving up your connection to the city. It offers a level of privacy you won’t find on a standard suburban lot, yet it isn’t so remote that you feel cut off. Much like it was in the mid-1800s when the local flour mill was the heart of the community, the area is still defined by its sun-drenched farmland and an independent spirit that makes every winding road feel like a trip back to a simpler time. Today, Damascus keeps that same independent streak as an unincorporated part of Clackamas County. Because there is no city hall, neighbors work directly with the county on the practical side of country living, like land use and well water. You’ll still see this history in the classic farmhouses and the long, open stretches of road that have stayed peaceful for decades.
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25150 SE BOHNA PARK RD Damascus, OR 97089
$2,449,000
5 Beds 5 | 1 Baths 6,000 SqftListing No.: 591813503 Property Type: House camera (38) This Listing Courtesy of Real Estate Performance Group 503-593-4715
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16400 SE HIGHWAY 224 Damascus, OR 97089
$1,900,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 3,508 SqftListing No.: 23176556 Property Type: House camera (29) This Listing Courtesy of Mal & Seitz
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19710 SE SEMPLE RD Damascus, OR 97089
$1,770,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 6,305 SqftListing No.: 176635947 Property Type: House camera (48) This Listing Courtesy of Harnish Company Realtors [email protected]
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9380 SE KINGSWOOD WAY Damascus, OR 97089
$1,450,000
3 Beds 3 | 1 Baths 4,121 SqftListing No.: 745325246 Property Type: House camera (44) This Listing Courtesy of John L. Scott Portland Metro 503-665-0111
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19955 SE TILLSTROM RD Damascus, OR 97089
$1,399,990
4 Beds 2 Baths 2,570 SqftListing No.: 717334941 Property Type: House camera (47) This Listing Courtesy of Bella Grande Properties [email protected]
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13553 SE 180TH AVE Damascus, OR 97089
$1,298,000
4 Beds 3 | 1 Baths 4,163 SqftListing No.: 520854377 Property Type: House camera Virtual Tour camera (48) This Listing Courtesy of MORE Realty 971-221-8529
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14840 SE 202ND AVE Damascus, OR 97089
$1,250,000
4 Beds 2 | 1 Baths 2,662 SqftListing No.: 384860909 Property Type: House camera Virtual Tour camera (46) This Listing Courtesy of Cochran Property Group Inc.
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15900 SE ROYER RD Damascus, OR 97089
$1,150,000
4 Beds 2 | 1 Baths 3,024 SqftListing No.: 610772462 Property Type: House camera (45) This Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Professionals
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19100 SE DEBORA DR Damascus, OR 97089
$1,050,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 3,096 SqftListing No.: 660236788 Property Type: House camera Virtual Tour camera (47) This Listing Courtesy of Redfin
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19363 SE DEBORA DR Damascus, OR 97089
$925,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 3,561 SqftListing No.: 266459144 Property Type: House camera Virtual Tour camera (44) This Listing Courtesy of NextHome Realty Connection
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23040 SE YELLOWHAMMER ST Damascus, OR 97089
$829,000
5 Beds 3 Baths 2,464 SqftListing No.: 470290903 Property Type: House camera Virtual Tour camera (47) This Listing Courtesy of Opt 503-621-2072
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25421 SE SUNSHINE VALLEY RD Damascus, OR 97089
$825,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 2,312 SqftListing No.: 417188267 Property Type: House camera Virtual Tour camera (46) This Listing Courtesy of Real Broker [email protected]
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25150 SE BOHNA PARK RD, Damascus, OR 97089
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$2,449,000

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5 5 Beds

baths

5 | 1 5 | 1 Baths

lot size

6,000 Sqft 6,000 Sqft

listing no.

591813503 Listing No. 591813503

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House Property Type: House

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camera (38)

This Listing Courtesy of Real Estate Performance Group 503-593-4715

16400 SE HIGHWAY 224, Damascus, OR 97089
camera (29)
price

$1,900,000

beds

4 4 Beds

baths

2 2 Baths

lot size

3,508 Sqft 3,508 Sqft

listing no.

23176556 Listing No. 23176556

property type

House Property Type: House

gallery photos

camera (29)

This Listing Courtesy of Mal & Seitz

19710 SE SEMPLE RD, Damascus, OR 97089
camera (48)
price

$1,770,000

beds

4 4 Beds

baths

4 4 Baths

lot size

6,305 Sqft 6,305 Sqft

listing no.

176635947 Listing No. 176635947

property type

House Property Type: House

gallery photos

camera (48)

This Listing Courtesy of Harnish Company Realtors [email protected]

9380 SE KINGSWOOD WAY, Damascus, OR 97089
camera (44)
price

$1,450,000

beds

3 3 Beds

baths

3 | 1 3 | 1 Baths

lot size

4,121 Sqft 4,121 Sqft

listing no.

745325246 Listing No. 745325246

property type

House Property Type: House

gallery photos

camera (44)

This Listing Courtesy of John L. Scott Portland Metro 503-665-0111

19955 SE TILLSTROM RD, Damascus, OR 97089
camera (47)
price

$1,399,990

beds

4 4 Beds

baths

2 2 Baths

lot size

2,570 Sqft 2,570 Sqft

listing no.

717334941 Listing No. 717334941

property type

House Property Type: House

gallery photos

camera (47)

This Listing Courtesy of Bella Grande Properties [email protected]

13553 SE 180TH AVE, Damascus, OR 97089
camera VIRTUAL TOUR camera (48)
price

$1,298,000

beds

4 4 Beds

baths

3 | 1 3 | 1 Baths

lot size

4,163 Sqft 4,163 Sqft

listing no.

520854377 Listing No. 520854377

property type

House Property Type: House

virtual tour

camera VIRTUAL TOUR

gallery photos

camera (48)

This Listing Courtesy of MORE Realty 971-221-8529

14840 SE 202ND AVE, Damascus, OR 97089
camera VIRTUAL TOUR camera (46)
price

$1,250,000

beds

4 4 Beds

baths

2 | 1 2 | 1 Baths

lot size

2,662 Sqft 2,662 Sqft

listing no.

384860909 Listing No. 384860909

property type

House Property Type: House

virtual tour

camera VIRTUAL TOUR

gallery photos

camera (46)

This Listing Courtesy of Cochran Property Group Inc.

15900 SE ROYER RD, Damascus, OR 97089
camera (45)
price

$1,150,000

beds

4 4 Beds

baths

2 | 1 2 | 1 Baths

lot size

3,024 Sqft 3,024 Sqft

listing no.

610772462 Listing No. 610772462

property type

House Property Type: House

gallery photos

camera (45)

This Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Professionals

19100 SE DEBORA DR, Damascus, OR 97089
camera VIRTUAL TOUR camera (47)
price

$1,050,000

beds

3 3 Beds

baths

3 3 Baths

lot size

3,096 Sqft 3,096 Sqft

listing no.

660236788 Listing No. 660236788

property type

House Property Type: House

virtual tour

camera VIRTUAL TOUR

gallery photos

camera (47)

This Listing Courtesy of Redfin

19363 SE DEBORA DR, Damascus, OR 97089
camera VIRTUAL TOUR camera (44)
price

$925,000

beds

3 3 Beds

baths

2 2 Baths

lot size

3,561 Sqft 3,561 Sqft

listing no.

266459144 Listing No. 266459144

property type

House Property Type: House

virtual tour

camera VIRTUAL TOUR

gallery photos

camera (44)

This Listing Courtesy of NextHome Realty Connection

23040 SE YELLOWHAMMER ST, Damascus, OR 97089
camera VIRTUAL TOUR camera (47)
price

$829,000

beds

5 5 Beds

baths

3 3 Baths

lot size

2,464 Sqft 2,464 Sqft

listing no.

470290903 Listing No. 470290903

property type

House Property Type: House

virtual tour

camera VIRTUAL TOUR

gallery photos

camera (47)

This Listing Courtesy of Opt 503-621-2072

25421 SE SUNSHINE VALLEY RD, Damascus, OR 97089
camera VIRTUAL TOUR camera (46)
price

$825,000

beds

4 4 Beds

baths

2 2 Baths

lot size

2,312 Sqft 2,312 Sqft

listing no.

417188267 Listing No. 417188267

property type

House Property Type: House

virtual tour

camera VIRTUAL TOUR

gallery photos

camera (46)

This Listing Courtesy of Real Broker [email protected]


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REAL ESTATE IN DAMASCUS, OR

The Damascus, OR housing market is a blend of old and new, offering everything from historic farmhouses and classic ranch homes to modern builds and manufactured houses. You’ll find a wide variety of architectural styles here, from established mid-century designs to contemporary properties with all the latest upgrades.

The market at a glance

  • HOME VALUES ARE HOLDING STEADY: As of March 2026, homes in Damascus sold for a median price of around $625,000. While prices are slightly lower than those from last year, the demand for usable land remains very high, making this a resilient market for properties with open space.
  • HOUSES ARE SELLING MUCH FASTER: On average, homes spend around 29 days on the market. This is a significant jump from last year, when properties typically sat on the market for several months before a deal was reached.
  • MOST NEIGHBORS ARE LONG-TERM OWNERS: More than 90% of people in Damascus own their homes, which is much higher than the national average (65-66%). This high rate of ownership creates quiet, well-maintained neighborhoods where people have a personal stake in their land.
  • THE SELECTION IS SMALL BUT UNIQUE: While national housing numbers are shifting, Damascus remains a boutique market with a limited number of homes for sale. Every listing is distinct, often featuring specific additions like detached workshops, greenhouses, or horse pastures that are rare in denser suburbs.

Property features

No two homes for sale in Damascus, OR are exactly the same. You might find one house sitting on a sunny, open pasture with a big barn, while the very next one is tucked away in a private, wooded hillside. Ranch homes and classic farmhouses are common here, and most are built to make the most of the views and the extra elbow room. Instead of a gym or a pool, the amenities in Damascus are the quiet roads and the clear views of the Cascade foothills. When you need to run errands or grab dinner, the shopping centers in Happy Valley and Gresham are just a short drive away.  

Popular neighborhoods

Every corner of Damascus has a different feel, ranging from quiet hillside retreats to spots closer to the local shops.
NEIGHBORHOOD WHY PEOPLE LOVE IT WHAT YOU’LL LIVE IN
Damascus Heights Living here puts you right in the heart of town on established, tree-lined streets near local shops. Older, classic homes with big yards.
Hillsview Elevated lots provide wide-open skies and some of the best sweeping views of the valley below. Large luxury houses sitting on lots of private land.
Crest View A polished, clean atmosphere and manicured landscaping give this modern pocket a friendly feel. Recently built townhomes with updated interiors.
Deep Creek Heavily wooded surroundings and natural lot curves offer a deep sense of privacy and quiet. Ranch-style houses with room for a garden or a shop.

LIVING IN DAMASCUS, OR

Life in Damascus is all about having the space to do what you love. It’s common to see neighbors tending to large gardens, parking a boat or RV right on their own land, or spending the afternoon working in a home shop. You get all the best parts of a country lifestyle, like fresh air and room to spread out, without losing your quick connection to the rest of the Portland area.

Your own private gateway to the outdoors

In Damascus, the best park is usually your own backyard. Most people move here specifically because they want enough room for a private fire pit, a massive greenhouse, or a play area for the kids that isn’t cramped.  When you feel like getting out, you’re perfectly tucked between the river and the mountains. You can spend summer days floating the Clackamas River from Barton Park down to Carver Park, or head to Damascus Centennial Park for community events and a glimpse of the historic Centennial Peace Candle monument. 

Top-tier education options

Damascus is served by multiple school districts, including North Clackamas, Gresham-Barlow, and Oregon City, depending on location. Gresham-Barlow and North Clackamas serve much of the area, with Oregon City covering additional sections. These districts offer everything from advanced career-track programs to high-energy sports and arts clubs. For a smaller, more specialized setting, there are excellent private options right in town. Damascus Christian School is a local staple known for its close-knit feel and small class sizes, while Lupine Community Montessori focuses on hands-on, creative learning. 

Local traditions and seasonal celebrations

While life in Damascus is usually quiet, there are plenty of ways to connect with neighbors throughout the year. You can join the crowd for the annual Day in Damascus celebration in July, which features a community parade, local vendors, and a classic car show. In autumn, Thompson Farms becomes the local hub for fall festivals where you can pick pumpkins, navigate corn mazes, and grab fresh berries.

FAQs

What should first-time acreage buyers know before looking at real estate in Damascus, OR?

You should look past the house and check the land’s utilities, such as the well and septic system, as well as the county zoning rules. These aspects of the property determine exactly how you can use your acreage every day.

How does the Damascus, OR, housing market compare to some Portland suburbs?

Damascus typically offers larger lots and more space than many closer-in suburban areas, where houses are usually packed closer together. While you get more room to spread out here, there are often fewer homes for sale because people tend to stay for a long time.

Is Damascus a good place to buy a home if you want land near Portland?

Yes, it’s one of the best spots to find a large lot or a farm while staying close to the city. You can enjoy a quiet, rural lifestyle while still being just a few minutes away from shopping and work in Happy Valley or Gresham.

How does Damascus’s unincorporated status affect homeowners?

Since there is no city hall, you’ll work directly with Clackamas County for things like building permits and land use rules. This often means a different set of regulations for your property than you would find inside a traditional city. 

YOUR LOCAL GUIDE TO DAMASCUS ACREAGE

Whether you’re looking for a quiet hilltop ranch or preparing to list a long-time family farmhouse, Damascus offers a rare chance to enjoy the Oregon countryside just minutes from the city. Oregon Digs Real Estate provides the expert guidance needed to navigate this unique land and housing market. With a team of 24 full-time Damascus, OR, real estate agents averaging 12 years of experience, we offer the local knowledge and strong negotiation skills your move deserves. To get started, give us a call at 503.239.7400 or send us a message today.
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