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Reed’s Crossing by Newland, a mixed-use, master-planned community taking shape in Hillsboro, was designed specifically with a focus on community interaction, open spaces and amenities that promote healthy lifestyles.
Construction began in 2018 on the 463-acre parcel, located in the South Hillsboro neighborhood. At build-out in 2027, Reed’s Crossing will boast 4,000 homes ranging from 1,300 apartments and condominiums to 2,700 single-family homes. By density, it is the largest master-planned community in Oregon.
Homes start in the high $300,000s and, for the most part, top out in the $900,000s. All homes in Reed’s Crossing meet Earth Advantage Silver Home Certification or equivalent standards, offering a range of architectural designs and color palettes. As an example, new homes by Ichijo USA feature high-quality wall panel construction that improve air quality for residents and help save as much as one-third on energy bills.
Construction challenges and champions
Akinobu Ohno, president of Ichijo USA, said that after spending nearly a decade creating energy-efficient homes throughout the Pacific Northwest, the Japan-based company’s expansion to Oregon is a natural fit. “We understand the needs of…
