Portland Neighborhood Reports
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Portland, Oregon is an amazing place with distinct neighborhoods, each with its own attractions and culture. We love our town! As top local real estate agents we enjoy writing about these unique spots, offering relocation tips and providing stats on Portland neighborhoods, their growth, development, schools, and more.
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5 Things You Didn’t Know about Parkrose, Portland
Nestled in Northeast Portland, close to the hip Hollywood District and a short commute to downtown, Parkrose has just about anything a homebuyer could want in a Portland neighborhood. But what is it, exactly, that sets Parkrose apart as a real estate hot spot in 2019? 1. It’s even more affordable than you think. This […]
Top 10 Affordable Portland Neighborhoods – 2019 Update
Growth has been the story of the Portland real estate market almost since it was established as the endpoint to the Oregon Trail. Back then, a home could be purchased for a few hundred dollars, but where are we now? Overall, less affordable — it’s true. The average cost of a square foot of home […]
5 Amazing Features of Bethany – NW Portland
“Suburbs are cool again” proclaims the National Association of Realtors, and they’re not just talking about places to beat the summer heat! The last five years have seen the resurgence of the suburbs, while growth in major cities across the US has slowed. In fact, suburban areas now comprise close to 80% of the population […]
Best Portland Neighborhoods to Work from Home
Whether telecommuting, running a business or consulting, more and more people across the US are working from home. According to the US Census, 5.2% of the labor force worked from home in 2017, up from 3.3% at the turn of the century. And Forbes reports that at least 50% of Americans work from home at […]
“District” No More: Portland’s New Neighborhood
Lloyd District: A place where Portland goes to shop or attend events, with plenty of hotel rooms for out-of-town visitors. Does anybody actually live here? The answer is yes — according to the most recent census estimates, just over 2,000 people do. And they’re tired of being labeled a “commercial district”. Last year, a coalition […]
Top 10 Portland Hottest Neighborhoods – 2019 Update
Over 9,400 homes sold in Portland in 2018, according to the RMLS, and a new analysis from Portland Monthly and geographers at Portland State University shows that most of those homes were in East Portland. The below list is based on the number of homes sold in a neighborhood last year, which means that more […]
The Eliot Neighborhood in Portland – 5 Things to Know
Portland locals know the inner East Portland neighborhood of Eliot as the site of the former city of Albina. Incorporated into Portland in 1891, Albina was home to much of the area’s black and immigrant population, and that diversity is still reflected today. Amongst stately Victorian mansions you’ll find signature Portland craftsman-style homes and newer […]
Top 5 Portland Neighborhoods for 2019
It’s time to take a look at which Portland neighborhoods are up-and-coming in 2019! They couldn’t be more different, but these Portland communities are similar in that they are changing rapidly. Like the city as a whole, they’re adding new residents and working hard to integrate past, present, and future. Whether you’re looking for a […]
Portland Neighborhood Conflict Resolution, Home Buyers or Sellers
New homes come with new sounds in the night, new appliances to figure out and a new trash pickup schedule to remember. For many home buyers, however, the biggest adjustment to make may be with your neighbors. Every neighborhood has its own set of unwritten rules, but there is only one Portland City Code (or […]
Portland Real Estate – Most Livable Areas and Suburbs
“Livability” may sound like another real estate buzzword, designed to drive home buyers to new housing developments, but it’s actually a useful concept if you’re looking for a Portland neighborhood or suburb to call home. Livability can describe ease of getting to and from work, the local air quality, or school district ratings. Simply put, […]
Portland’s next Max Line and Car Free Neighborhoods
We all know the real estate agent saying about “location”, but there’s no location without transportation. To some, good transportation means getting to work, schools, shopping, and restaurants easily; for others, it’s about getting out of the city without a hassle. While few can dispute the convenience of the private automobile, other forms of transportation […]
Peacock Lane Historic Designation – Finalized! Will it affect home values?
In Southeast Portland’s Hawthorne neighborhood, there’s a little gem of a place called Peacock Lane. It’s known as Christmas Light Central during the holiday season, but the 27 historic homes on the street are beautiful to see any time of year, which is why these homeowners and neighbors are passionate about preservation. After an effort […]
Portland Real Estate Wildlife
Portland: Yes, it’s a city in Oregon, but just because it’s urban doesn’t mean it can’t be wild. If you’re a new homeowner — or you’re thinking of buying a home in Portland — you may be surprised to learn that there are over 300 species living within city limits! Some may call your back […]
Top 10 Portland Neighborhoods in 2018
Portland has a dizzying variety of neighborhoods to pick from. The good news is, it’s hard to go wrong. Each has a distinctive personality and features that draw different types of home buyer. Yet, no matter where you end up in Portland, it won’t take long to feel at home. Here are my Portland real […]
Portland’s Top Neighborhood Parks – and Upcoming!
What makes a good park? For some, it’s the highlighting of historical and geologic features, for others, it’s the raw and unadulterated experience of nature. Portland parks also incorporate cultural events and stages, zoos and museums, special plantings like Japanese Gardens and Rose Gardens, and interactive elements like the giant chessboard downtown! For most Portlanders, […]
New Grants Empowering Portland Neighborhoods
How many cities can say they have an art museum in an elementary school, a bridge pedestrians are proud to use because it’s so gorgeous, and cultural events that help heal the wounds of gentrification? Thanks to the efforts of hundreds of Portland residents, with funding from Metro, the regional governing agency, the Portland metro […]
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