Sandy is a city located in Clackamas County, Oregon, United States, settled c. 1853 and named after the nearby Sandy River. Located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountain Range, the city serves as the western gateway to the Mount Hood Corridor, and is located approximately 27 miles (43 km) east of Portland.
Pacific
Sandy
Clackamas County, OR
Population
12,592
Walk Score
80 · Very Walkable
Median rent
$1,503
Median home value
$435,100
Founded
1913
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On the National Register
Historic districts
- Camp Namanu · listed 2024
Notable landmarks
- Smith, R. S., Motor Company Building · listed 1994
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