Communities
Get to Know Your Neighborhood
There are many great communities in the Portland Metro area.
The Portland metro area has several distinct neighbourhoods!
When looking for a home in the Portland Metro area there are a number of areas that you’ll want to visit and get a feel for, as each has its own unique character. In classic quirky fashion, Portland’s five main geographical sections (North, Northeast, Northwest, Southeast and
Southwest) are referred to by residents as the city’s “quadrants.” Portland locals will also often talk about the “west” or “east” sides.
The west side generally refers to everything west of the Willamette River: Northwest and Southwest Portland (where downtown is). Most Portlanders describe the west side as more traditional. It’s where you’ll find most of the city’s art galleries, public transportation, and public art. The history of Portland began on the west side, so you’ll find some of the city’s oldest historic buildings there.
The east side is everything east of the river: Northeast, Southeast, and North Portland. Most east side locals will be quick to tell you it’s the quirkier and more eclectic half of Portland. The east side is very bike-friendly and more affordable on average than the west side. It’s also home
to many Victorian-era homes.
North Portland
Explore more of North Portland's most popular neighborhoods.
Mississippi
Enjoy live music, local shops, an LGBTQ+ center and popular restaurants and bar on this historic North Portland street.
St. Johns
Discover a lesser-known side of Portland in St. Johns, home to one of Bridgetown’s most gorgeous spans and most beloved parks.
Williams
Steps away from bustling Mississippi Avenue, this vibrant North Portland street offers stellar shopping, dining and activities.
Central Eastside
Criss-crossed with train tracks and lined with old industrial factories, some of Portland's favorite restaurants, microbreweries, boutiques and events call the Central Eastside home.
Northeast Portland
Explore more of Portland's bustling east side in these Northeast Portland neighborhoods.
Beaumont
Filled with bakeries, coffee shops, yoga studios, heath stores and this is a fun area to walk around and explore.
Alberta Arts
Street art, galleries, restaurants and bars to explore. Known for this areas’ colorful monthly street fair.
28th Avenue
Lively Restaurants on Portland Northwest 28th Ave. Fun area to walk around to coffeeshops, ice cream stores and many unique shops.
South Portland
South Portland is a slim strip of land on the west side of the Willamette River. This laidback river community is a perfect 10 if water recreation, low-key urban green spaces. Walking/Biking trails, Condo high-rises, Portland OHSU Tram, restaurants along the water and businesses are all located in this up and coming area Downtown Portland’s compact, walkable downtown offers easy access to great food, green spaces, cultural offerings and tax-free shopping. Browse the city’s most diverse mix of retail brands, see a show and grab a bite at a food cart or fine restaurant.
Southeast Portland
Explore this quadrant's most popular neighborhoods.
Hawthorne
Southeast Portland’s laidback, bohemian district is filled with local artisans and flare. Hawthorne Boulevard is a walkable street with block after block of vintage shops, boutiques, cafes, and historic venues.
Division/Clinton
Division is now one of Portland’s most dynamic and stylish neighborhoods. Spend a day wandering its many blocks, stopping along the way to snack, sip and shop.
Belmont
Located a few blocks from Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, Belmont, a once sleepy residential street boasts its own mix of vintage and indie shops, coffee houses, bars and food carts.
Foster-Powell
This bike- and pedestrian-friendly Southeast Portland neighborhood (affectionately known as "FoPo") has a character all its own. FoPo is home to unique experiences and small businesses you can’t find anywhere else in the city.
Montavilla
Only an easy 6-mile journey from downtown Portland. With lots of things to explore
Sellwood-Moreland
Sellwood-Moreland
Lots of History, from a vintage amusement park at Oaks Park to antique stores on 17th Ave. Stunning views of the city along the river dominates this Southeast Portland area on the path and bike path trails.
The Sellwood neighborhood is a highly sought-after community of southeast Portland. Sellwood-Moreland has a relaxed vibe that is perfect for urban family life. The neighborhood is home to a multitude of vintage chic boutiques, rustic coffee houses, eclectic bars and restaurants, community theaters, and more.
This section of SE Portland is full of tree-lined streets with a mixture of beautifully maintained old Portland homes and modern new builds. It boasts a strong, community-oriented culture where residents take pride in knowing and becoming friends with their neighbors. If block parties, front porch hangouts, and easy access to amenities by bike sound good to you, then this is your kind of neighborhood.
The Sellwood Bridge makes dropping into downtown Portland a breeze, and walkable access to four neighborhood parks makes this area very attractive to growing families. The schools here are among the highest-rated in Portland and have very strong community support and involvement.
Southwest Portland Neighborhoods
This quadrant boasts everything from a walkable downtown to a village with small-town South Portland
Goose Hollow and Going up the hill to West Hills With great eateries, Portland-style shopping and an abundance of things to do in Goose Hollow, sports fans, theater lovers and vegan foodies flock to this Southwest Portland district.
Multnomah Village Known as “the village in the heart of Portland,” historic Multnomah Village delivers small town charm mere minutes from the city center.
Some great points of interest in this area:
- Washington Park
- Oregon Zoo
- Portland International Rose Test Gardens
- Pittock Mansion
- Forrest Park
- Pioneer Square
- Japanese Gardens
- Chinese City Gardens
Dunthorpe Area of Portland and into Lake Oswego
An unincorporated suburb of Portland, Oregon. It is located just south of the Portland city limits and north of the Multnomah County line on the west side of the Willamette River. Lewis & Clark College, Tryon Creek State Park, and Lake Oswego are nearby.
Arts and culture
Museums and other points of interest One of the notable attractions of the area is the Elk Rock Gardens of the Bishop's Close, an estate which consists of 13 acres (53,000 m2) on a high bluff on the western bank of the Willamette River. The property includes approximately 6 acres (2.4 ha) of cultivated English-style gardens that were designed by the New York firm of Olmsted and Son, who also designed Central Park in New York City.[3] The garden is open to the public seven days a week and is widely known for the many varieties of magnolias as well as for examples of many other native and exotic plants.[4]
Education
Riverdale School District in Dunthorpe is among the best academically performing school districts in Oregon by various measures, including standardized test scores, which are frequently the best in the state. According to 24/7 Wall St.'s analysis of U.S. Census data
Lake Oswego
Just minutes south of Portland, Lake Oswego is a welcome respite from the business of the city. The charm of a small town coupled with all the amenities you would ever need. The parks are filled with art, sculptures, and playgrounds and the people are friendly and quick with a smile—this is one of the safest communities in Portland. The newly rejuvenated downtown is bursting with quaint wine bars, upscale restaurants, gourmet coffee shops, and trendy boutiques — there is something for everyone. This affluent suburb is home to a multitude of different neighborhoods, ranging from charming ranch-style homes to breathtaking luxury estates on Lake Oswego’s famous waterfront.
Lake Oswego is a highly desirable, well-positioned suburban community that has been nationally recognized year after year for its exceptional schools and expansive resources.
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