{"id":11787,"date":"2023-12-30T14:52:09","date_gmt":"2023-12-30T21:52:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog2.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=11787"},"modified":"2024-12-13T15:56:22","modified_gmt":"2024-12-13T22:56:22","slug":"best-neighborhoods-in-portland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/best-neighborhoods-in-portland\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover Portland&#8217;s Finest: A Guide to the Best Neighborhoods in Portland"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lush greenery as far as the eye can see, a thriving art scene, and a vast network of biking paths. If these are amenities on your wishlist, your next stop should be Portland, Oregon!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also known as The Silicon Forest, Portland ranks as the <a href=\"https:\/\/katu.com\/news\/local\/portland-rated-9th-greenest-city-in-us-according-to-new-report\" target=\"_blank\">9th greenest city in the US<\/a> (in multiple senses of the word). Not only is Portland home to the lush, green <a href=\"https:\/\/forestparkconservancy.org\/forest-park\/\" target=\"_blank\">Forest Park<\/a>, <strong>one of the largest urban forests in the entire U.S.<\/strong>, but the city also earns high &ldquo;greenness&rdquo; scores based on its high eco-friendliness and sustainability. (Yep, Portland is one of the greenest U.S. cities both literally <em>and <\/em>figuratively). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&rsquo;re prepping for your move to Portland, explore some of the best neighborhoods in Portland to find the one that speaks to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"exploring-portlands-top-neighborhoods\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exploring Portland&rsquo;s Top Neighborhoods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are some of the top Portland areas <strong>based on Atmosphere<\/strong> <em>(nightlife, shopping, parks)<\/em>, <strong>Amenities <\/strong><em>(schools, transit, points of interest)<\/em>, and <strong>Experience<\/strong> <em>(safety, affordability, walkability).&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"arlington-heights\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arlington Heights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  style=\"width:801px;height:auto\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/imagescdn.homes.com\/i2\/QBtorLNT4CwHWsvS42E0d_5QSzAMXoQyPklYy34n2FU\/117\/arlington-heights-portland-or-thumb.jpg?p=1\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homes.com\/portland-or\/neighborhood\/arlington-heights\/\" target=\"_blank\">Homes.com<\/a> <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/n\/arlington-heights-portland-or\/\" target=\"_blank\">$1,205<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/n\/arlington-heights-portland-or\/\" target=\"_blank\">$820,500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/datausa.io\/profile\/geo\/arlington-heights-il\" target=\"_blank\">$106,996<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safety Rating<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighborhoodscout.com\/il\/arlington-heights\/crime\" target=\"_blank\">B-<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arlington Heights in southeast Portland boasts beautiful views and renovated homes. It&rsquo;s perfect for nature lovers (and those city dwellers) with attractions that appeal to both crowds&ndash;like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonzoo.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Oregon Zoo<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelportland.com\/attractions\/portland-japanese-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\">Portland Japanese Garden<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hoytarboretum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hoyt Arboretum<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The living cost is a bit higher compared to other areas in Portland, but the charm of Arlington Heights makes it worth the money. To comfortably live in this Portland neighborhood, you must earn up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salary.com\/research\/cost-of-living\/compare\/portland-or\/arlington-va#:~:text=The%20cost%20of%20living%20in%20Arlington%2C%20VA%20is%2015.7%25%20higher,your%20current%20standard%20of%20living.&amp;text=Employers%20in%20Arlington%2C%20VA%20typically,than%20employeers%20in%20Portland%2C%20OR.\" target=\"_blank\">$69,445<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arlington is also one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arlnow.com\/2023\/02\/10\/arlington-is-one-of-the-safest-localities-in-america-new-study-suggests\/#:~:text=Arlington%20County%20is%20one%20of,a%20new%20set%20of%20rankings.\" target=\"_blank\">safest neighborhoods<\/a>, as it has a 30.7 violent crime rate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"pearl-district\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pearl District<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/sagacity\/image\/upload\/c_crop,h_667,w_1000,x_0,y_0\/c_limit,dpr_auto,f_auto,fl_lossy,q_80,w_1080\/shutterstock_391904392_tsa3wi.jpg\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdxmonthly.com\/home-and-real-estate\/neighborhood-guide-the-pearl-district\" target=\"_blank\">Portland Monthly<\/a> <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/average-rent-market-trends\/us\/or\/portland\/\" target=\"_blank\">$2,075<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/31539\/OR\/Portland\/Pearl-District\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\">$430,000<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.point2homes.com\/US\/Neighborhood\/OR\/Portland\/The-Pearl-Demographics.html\" target=\"_blank\">$105,305<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safety Rating<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/n\/pearl-portland-or\/\" target=\"_blank\">C+<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Pearl District, located northwest of downtown Portland, is within walking distance of Reed College, the University of Portland, and Portland State University. The area consists of old industrial buildings transformed into homes to maintain its historical roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While living in this area, you can also walk or bike to art galleries and delicious eateries, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/portlandartmuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">the Portland Art Museum<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/parks\/fields-park\" target=\"_blank\">Fields Park<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teardroplounge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Teardrop Lounge<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"historic-nob-hill-northwest-district\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Historic Nob Hill: Northwest District <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/dragonspell\/images\/w_1440,h_864,c_fill,dpr_auto,fl_progressive:steep,f_auto\/w_1440,h_864\/v1659408463\/www.travelportland.com\/mktg-fr-20190520-nw-23rd-avenue-shopping-02\/mktg-fr-20190520-nw-23rd-avenue-shopping-02.jpg\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentable.co\/portland-or\/neighborhoods\/nob-hill\" target=\"_blank\">$1,790<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/32432\/OR\/Portland\/Northwest-District\" target=\"_blank\">$572,000<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nobhillcompass.com\/neighborhoods\/nob-hill#:~:text=18%2C873%20people%20live%20in%20Nob,by%20the%20U.S.%20Census%20Bureau.\" target=\"_blank\">$80,675.43<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crime Rating<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weichert.com\/search\/community\/neighborhood.aspx?hood=6025\" target=\"_blank\">3.91<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the Northwest District, also known as Nob Hill, you can find a blend of history and modern life. This locale also stands out as one of the safest neighborhoods in the Portland area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nob Hill has several shops, restaurants, and interesting bookstores within walking distance, like <a href=\"https:\/\/kensartisan.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ken&rsquo;s Bakery<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/tenderlovingempire.com\/pages\/find-us\" target=\"_blank\">Tender Loving Empire<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.powells.com\/locations\/powells-city-of-books\" target=\"_blank\">Powell&rsquo;s City of Books<\/a>. It&rsquo;s close to attractions like <a href=\"https:\/\/peculiarium.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">the Freakybuttrue Peculiarium and Museum <\/a>and the big <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/parks\/forest-park\" target=\"_blank\">Forest Park<\/a>, one of the largest urban forests in the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.0'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n    <header>\r\n      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-storage\">How Neighbor is changing storage<\/h2>\r\n    <\/header>\r\n    <section>\r\n      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n        <p>Renters save 30-50% on self storage, on average. 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Hawthorne Boulevard is known for its artsy vibe, unique shops, restaurants, and bars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sellwood Moreland is situated on a bluff by the Willamette River. It offers great views and borders the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/parks\/oaks-bottom-wildlife-refuge\" target=\"_blank\">Oaks Park Wildlife Refuge<\/a>, combining breathtaking natural scenery with city living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The average rent of both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/average-rent-market-trends\/us\/ca\/hawthorne\/\" target=\"_blank\">areas<\/a> is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zumper.com\/rent-research\/portland-or\/sellwood-moreland\" target=\"_blank\">$1800<\/a>, but the house value of Hawthorne Boulevard is higher (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/8306\/CA\/Hawthorne\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\">$840,000<\/a>) compared to Sellwood Moreland (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/760935\/OR\/Portland\/Sellwood-Moreland\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\">$545,000)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"hawthorne-boulevard\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hawthorne Boulevard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/dcgpdx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Hawthorne.jpg\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/dcgpdx.com\/neighborhoods\/hawthorne\/\" target=\"_blank\">Dennison Capen Group<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rent.com\/oregon\/portland\/hawthorne-district-neighborhood\" target=\"_blank\">$1495<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/347001\/OR\/Portland\/Hawthorne-District\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\">$669,000<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.city-data.com\/neighborhood\/Hawthorne-Portland-OR.html\" target=\"_blank\">$107,910<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crime Rating: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weichert.com\/search\/community\/neighborhood.aspx?hood=16632\" target=\"_blank\">3.66<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hawthorne Boulevard in Southeast Portland is a lively neighborhood that exudes hippy and quirky charm. When living here, you can walk down Hawthorne Boulevard and visit shops, tasty restaurants, cute cafes, and lively bars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you love great pizza at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/apizzascholls\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Apizza Scholls<\/a> or want to race down a volcano in the Portland <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soapboxracer.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Adult Soapbox Derby<\/a>, Hawthorne Boulevard has exciting experiences for everyone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"sellwood-moreland\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sellwood Moreland<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  style=\"width:806px;height:auto\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/pdxparent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Jan21_750x375_Southeast-Sellwood-Moreland-Milwaukie-Avenue-2-Denise-Castan%CC%83on.jpg\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/pdxparent.com\/neighborhood-we-love-sellwood-moreland\/\" target=\"_blank\">PDX Parent<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zumper.com\/rent-research\/portland-or\/sellwood-moreland\" target=\"_blank\">$1846<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/156262\/OR\/Portland\/Sellwood-Moreland\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\">$600,000<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.point2homes.com\/US\/Neighborhood\/OR\/Portland\/Sellwood-Moreland-Demographics.html#:~:text=The%20average%20annual%20household%20income,a%20median%20wage%20of%20%24105%2C444.\" target=\"_blank\">$116,030<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safety Rating: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/n\/sellwood-moreland-portland-or\/\" target=\"_blank\">B-<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sellwood Moreland is an old neighborhood in Portland that hosts craftsman-style houses, victorian homes, bungalows, and cottages. The area also offers access to wildlife parks, shops, and good restaurants, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/parks\/oaks-bottom-wildlife-refuge\" target=\"_blank\">Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sellwoodunion.com\/collections\/womens-vintage-clothing\" target=\"_blank\">Sellwood Union<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/getmacd.com\/portland\" target=\"_blank\">The MAC&rsquo;D Window<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"north-portland-top-neighborhoods\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">North Portland: Top Neighborhoods <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moving to North Portland offers the chance to live in close proximity to dynamic locales like <a href=\"https:\/\/mississippiave.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mississippi Avenue<\/a> and the lively <a href=\"https:\/\/portlandneighborhood.com\/alberta-street\" target=\"_blank\">Alberta Arts District<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"mississippi-avenue\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mississippi Avenue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  style=\"width:802px;height:auto\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.arcgis.com\/sharing\/rest\/content\/items\/2f220e25116742a3b33cae9b7d209d08\/info\/thumbnail\/ago_downloaded.jpg?w=800\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/storymaps.arcgis.com\/stories\/2f220e25116742a3b33cae9b7d209d08\" target=\"_blank\">ArcGIS StoryMaps<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rent.com\/oregon\/portland-houses\/mississippi-neighborhood\" target=\"_blank\">$1,217<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realtor.com\/realestateandhomes-search\/Mississippi_Portland_OR\/overview\" target=\"_blank\">$529.500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.city-data.com\/neighborhood\/Mississippi-Portland-OR.html\" target=\"_blank\">$99,974<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crime Index<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.city-data.com\/neighborhood\/Mississippi-Portland-OR.html\" target=\"_blank\">399.8<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mississippi Avenue shows off Portland&rsquo;s diverse culture. It also houses unique shops like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/animaltrafficpdx\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Animal Traffic<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/beaconsound.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Beacon Sound<\/a>, tasty food places such as <a href=\"https:\/\/missdeltapdx.net\/\" target=\"_blank\">Miss Delta Restaurant and Bar<\/a>, and pet-friendly spots, including off-leash dog parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can pay around $1200 and a 1-month <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/security-deposit-return-process-the-ultimate-guide-to-getting-your-money-back\/\">security deposit<\/a> to live in a one-bedroom apartment in this area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"alberta-arts-district\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alberta Arts District<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/dragonspell\/images\/w_800,h_480,dpr_auto,fl_progressive:steep,f_auto\/w_800,h_480\/v1657158723\/www.travelportland.com\/cropped-communitycycling\/cropped-communitycycling.jpg\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelportland.com\/neighborhoods\/alberta-arts-district\/\" target=\"_blank\">Travel Portland<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmenthomeliving.com\/portland\/alberta-arts-district\" target=\"_blank\">$1,315<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/33123\/OR\/Portland\/Alberta-Arts-District\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\">$733,000<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.city-data.com\/neighborhood\/Alberta-Arts-District-Portland-OR.html\" target=\"_blank\">$99,183<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crime Rating: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weichert.com\/search\/community\/neighborhood.aspx?hood=5949\" target=\"_blank\">3.78<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With colorful murals decorating the area and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monographbookwerks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Monograph Bookwerks<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.albertastreetgallery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Alberta Street Gallery,<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/guardinogallery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Guardino Gallery<\/a> within reach, The Alberta Arts District is well-known as a haven for artists and art lovers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/last-thursdays\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Last Thursday<\/em><\/a> is a local event with vendors, artists, performers, and musicians celebrating creativity and community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The house value on this side of Portland ranges around $733,000 (without costs, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/ultimate-guide-moving-insurance\/\">moving insurance<\/a>, factored in).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"west-side-portland-top-neighborhoods\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">West Side Portland: Top Neighborhoods <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, let&rsquo;s explore the west side of Portland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"goose-hollow\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Goose Hollow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/sagacity\/image\/upload\/c_crop,h_2585,w_3867,x_0,y_0\/c_limit,dpr_auto,f_auto,fl_lossy,q_80,w_1080\/shutterstock_762753121_trques.jpg\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdxmonthly.com\/home-and-real-estate\/neighborhood-guide-goose-hollow\" target=\"_blank\">Portland Monthly<\/a> <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zumper.com\/rent-research\/portland-or\/goose-hollow\" target=\"_blank\">$1,469<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/31399\/OR\/Portland\/Goose-Hollow\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\">$388,000<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.point2homes.com\/US\/Neighborhood\/OR\/Portland\/Goose-Hollow-Demographics.html#:~:text=The%20average%20annual%20household%20income,sits%20at%20%2454%2C760%20per%20year.\" target=\"_blank\">$90,478<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safety Rating: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/n\/goose-hollow-portland-or\/\" target=\"_blank\">B-<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Close to downtown, Goose Hollow is a mix of old and new buildings as well as great dining options. Its close proximity to sports hubs like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbers.com\/providencepark\/\" target=\"_blank\">Providence Park<\/a> ensures convenient access for sports enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you love spending time in nature, you can also visit Washington Park, home to the country&rsquo;s oldest rose garden. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/search\/safest-neighborhoods\/m\/portland-or-metro-area\/\" target=\"_blank\">According to Niche<\/a>, Goose Hollow stands out as one of the safest neighborhoods on the west side of Portland, so you can explore it without a chaperone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"portlands-parkside-communities\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Portland&rsquo;s Parkside Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Portland houses parkside communities, which consist of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelportland.com\/attractions\/mount-tabor-park\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tabor Park<\/a> and the Alphabet District in Northwest Portland.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tabor-park\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tabor Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  style=\"width:800px;height:auto\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/static.wixstatic.com\/media\/8195b0_b1c4f4d06ee44414a3da1ffebbbb5bd8~mv2.jpg\/v1\/fill\/w_560,h_360,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto\/8195b0_b1c4f4d06ee44414a3da1ffebbbb5bd8~mv2.jpg\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.taborfriends.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Taborfriends.org<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmentguide.com\/p\/apartments\/Oregon\/Portland\/Mount-Tabor-Park\/\" target=\"_blank\">$1,606<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/35328\/OR\/Portland\/Mount-Tabor\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\">$639,000<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.point2homes.com\/US\/Neighborhood\/OR\/Portland\/Mount-Tabor-Demographics.html#:~:text=The%20average%20annual%20household%20income,sits%20at%20%2491%2C680%20per%20year.\" target=\"_blank\">$116,063<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safety Rating: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/n\/mt-tabor-portland-or\/crime-safety\/\" target=\"_blank\">B-<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tabor Park, a neighborhood thriving on an extinct volcano, is great for outdoor activities, with hiking trails, dog parks, and captivating views. It consists of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/parks\/south-park-blocks\" target=\"_blank\">South Park Blocks<\/a> that connect the residents with nature and history.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By living in this area, you can easily schedule morning jogs and runs to improve your overall health and well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"northwest-portlands-alphabet-district\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Northwest Portland&rsquo;s Alphabet District<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/portlandrealestateblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/2012-07-26-V_Portland_Alphabet.jpeg\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/portlandrealestateblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/2012-07-26-V_Portland_Alphabet.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\">Portland Real Estate Blog<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average Rent Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realtor.com\/apartments\/Alphabet-District_Portland_OR\" target=\"_blank\">$2,250<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Home Cost: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realtor.com\/realestateandhomes-search\/Alphabet-District_Portland_OR\" target=\"_blank\">$299,000<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Annual Income: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rent.com\/oregon\/portland\/alphabet-district-neighborhood\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>$50,000 &ndash; 100,000<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safety Rating: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/n\/northwest-district-portland-or\/\" target=\"_blank\">C+<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Northwest Portland&rsquo;s Alphabet District shows the city&rsquo;s love for green spaces. The Alphabet District showcases the captivating combination of <a href=\"https:\/\/greenworkspc.com\/ourwork\/couch-park\" target=\"_blank\">Couch Park<\/a> and charming historic homes, providing a harmonious blend of city and peaceful country living.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along NW 23rd Avenue, there are many dining spots, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringsidesteakhouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ringside Steakhouse<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/santafetaqueria.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Santa Fe Taqueria<\/a>, offering a feast for both the eyes and the palate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"summary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you love nature, want a lively city life, or need a family-friendly place with good schools, Portland has something for everyone. Pack your bags and explore the best neighborhoods in Portland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since Portland has a housing rate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/cost-of-living-calculator\/us\/or\/portland\/#:~:text=Portland%2C%20OR%20housing%20is%2060,are%20about%208%25%20less%20pricey.\" target=\"_blank\">60% <\/a>higher than the U.S. average, the practical option is to opt for a studio apartment. However, considering limited storage space, you can explore self-storage options listed on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/self-storage-near-me\">Neighbor<\/a> as convenient alternatives for storing your belongings. Here are some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/best-self-storage-in-portland-oregon\/\">top self-storage options available<\/a> in the greater Portland area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-nicest-part-of-portland-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is the Nicest Part of Portland, Oregon?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Portland, Oregon, has several charming neighborhoods. However, the <strong>Pearl District<\/strong> is often considered one of the nicest and most upscale areas. Known for its art galleries, boutiques, and excellent dining options, the Pearl District features a mix of contemporary and historic architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-wealthiest-areas-in-portland\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Wealthiest Areas in Portland?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">High-earning individuals residing in Portland often choose upscale neighborhoods like the W<strong>est Hills, Lake Oswego, and the Pearl District<\/strong> for their residences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-5-quadrants-of-portland\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the 5 Quadrants of Portland?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Portland is divided into five quadrants:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Northeast (NE)<\/strong>: Known for its diverse neighborhoods, parks, and historic architecture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Southeast (SE)<\/strong>: Features trendy districts, diverse dining options, and a vibrant arts scene.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Northwest (NW)<\/strong>: Home to the Pearl District, upscale living, and a mix of historic and modern architecture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Southwest (SW)<\/strong>: Houses the downtown area, cultural institutions, and scenic waterfront locations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>North (N)<\/strong>: This is a largely residential area with parks and neighborhoods north of downtown.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-safest-areas-of-portland-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Safest Areas of Portland, Oregon?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Northwest District is one of the safest areas of Portland, Oregon, as it has a crime rate <a href=\"https:\/\/propertyclub.nyc\/article\/is-portland-safe#:~:text=Northwest%20District,-The%20safest%20neighborhood&amp;text=Northwest%20District%20is%20one%20of,lower%20than%20the%20Oregon%20average.\" target=\"_blank\">15%<\/a> lower than the Oregon average.<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Lush greenery as far as the eye can see, a thriving art scene, and a vast network of&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":32,"featured_media":11788,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","csco_appearance_grid":"","csco_page_load_nextpost":"","csco_post_video_location":[],"csco_post_video_location_hash":"","csco_post_video_url":"","csco_post_video_bg_start_time":0,"csco_post_video_bg_end_time":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11787","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-moving","cs-entry","cs-video-wrap"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.4 - 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