Lice Clinic in Cedar Mill, Oregon

About Cedar Mill, Oregon

Cedar Mill is an unincorporated community in Washington County, about 8 miles west of downtown Portland. With roughly 17,000 residents, Cedar Mill blends historic character with modern suburbia, anchored by a small commercial core and surrounded by well-regarded schools in the Beaverton School District.

History of Cedar Mill

Cedar Mill is named for a cedar sawmill built on Cedar Mill Creek in 1855 by John Jones. The community developed around the mill and later a general store and post office. For over a century Cedar Mill remained a small agricultural crossroads, but the opening of Sunset Highway in the 1940s and subsequent suburban development transformed it into a residential community.

Neighborhoods in Cedar Mill

Cedar Mill is home to a mix of neighborhoods and districts, each with its own character.

Neighborhood	Character
Cedar Mill Proper	The historic core around Cornell Road, with the original commercial district.
Bonny Slope	Elevated residential neighborhood to the north with views of the Tualatin Mountains.
Cedar Hills	Established neighborhood with mid-century ranch homes and tree-lined streets.
West Haven-Sylvan	Eastern edge transitioning toward Portland's west hills.

Notable attractions in Cedar Mill

Cedar Mill offers residents and visitors a variety of local attractions.

Cedar Mill Library

A widely-loved independent community library with strong programming.

Jenkins Estate

A 68-acre historic estate and park with gardens, trails, and a heritage house.

Cedar Mill Farmers Market

Seasonal market held at the community library parking lot.

Cedar Mill at a glance

• Population: ~17,000
• Median household income: $115,000
• Median home value: $650,000

Economy of Cedar Mill

Cedar Mill is primarily a residential community with a modest commercial core. Most residents work in tech, healthcare, and professional services in greater Washington County and Portland.