Northeast Portland Neighborhood Guide

 

Alameda

Alameda is a charming residential neighborhood in Northeast Portland known for its tree-lined streets, historic homes, and stunning views from Alameda Ridge. Developed in the early 1900s, it features Craftsman, Tudor, and Colonial-style homes. It's a quiet, family-oriented area with excellent walkability, community events like the Alameda Legacy Home Tour, and proximity to parks and downtown Portland. 

Restaurants and Businesses

  • Lucca Italian-inspired restaurant with wood-fired pizzas and handmade pastas. Link: luccapdx.com
  • Guilder Cafe Cozy coffee shop with high-quality brews and light eats. Link: facebook.com/guilderpdx

 

Argay Terrace

Argay Terrace is a suburban neighborhood in Northeast Portland, offering splendid views of the Columbia River Basin, Mount St. Helens, and Mt. Hood. The wildlife-rich Columbia River Slough flows through the area. Developed in the 1960s-70s, it features split-level and ranch-style homes on large lots. It's family-friendly, diverse, and peaceful, with easy interstate access and parks like Argay Park for pets and play. 

Restaurants and Businesses

  • Giuseppe's Italian Restaurant & Lounge Family-owned Italian spot with classic dishes. Link: giuseppesitalian.com
  • Level Beer Brewery with indoor/outdoor tasting room and garden vibe. Link: levelbeer.com

 

Beaumont-Wilshire

Beaumont-Wilshire is an older, well-established neighborhood with a strong sense of community. The main road is NE Fremont Street, home to Beaumont Village with shops and dining. It features historic Craftsman and Tudor homes, tree-lined streets, and annual events like Fremont Fest. The majority is in District 2, with a small section in District 3. 

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Boise

Boise is a vibrant, culturally diverse neighborhood in Northeast Portland, part of the historic Albina area. It's known for the lively Mississippi Avenue commercial strip with shops, eateries, and food carts. Once a thriving African American community, it has undergone gentrification but retains strong history and activism. Features a mix of older homes and new developments. 

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Concordia

Concordia is a unique and popular close-in Portland neighborhood. Williams and Mississippi Avenues are bustling residential and commercial areas. Named after the former Concordia University campus, it features tree-lined streets, historic homes, and proximity to the Alberta Arts District. It's family-oriented with a strong community feel. 

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Cully

Cully is one of the most ethnically and economically diverse neighborhoods in Portland, with a strong and vibrant community centered around its school and local businesses. It has a strong sense of community identity and active involvement in issues like crime, traffic, and livability improvement. Originally a Chinook village, it transitioned from farmland to urban area. 

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Eliot

Eliot is located in the heart of the former city of Albina, a great place to live, work, and play. As an inner-city neighborhood, it is close to everything. Bounded by the Willamette River, NE Fremont Street, NE 7th Avenue, and NE Broadway Street. It's edgy, fun, and creative, seeing a resurgence. 

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Grant Park

Grant Park has a family-friendly feel, with quiet, residential streets lined with comfortable family homes. The gem of the neighborhood is Grant Park, with large mature trees, a nice playground, and a dog park area. Tree-lined streets and historic homes of every style, built around the 20-acre park. 

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Hazelwood

Hazelwood is a large, diverse neighborhood with a suburban feel, commercial areas, and access to major highways. Home to Mall 205, Gateway Transit Center, and Adventist Medical Center, with a mix of residential and industrial zones. Immediate access to dining and entertainment on NE 82nd Avenue. 

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Hollywood

Hollywood is home to the historic Hollywood Theater and figures in Beverly Cleary's Klickitat Street series of books. Close to the MAX Light Rail System, it supports many small businesses. A commercial-focused hub with old-school charm, farmers market, and transit access. 

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Irvington

Irvington was developed as a Streetcar Suburb (1887-1930), notable for its collection of Queen Anne, Period Revival, Bungalow/Craftsman, and Prairie School residences. In 2010, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places as the Irvington Historic District. Unique craftsman homes and bungalows, close to downtown. 

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King

The King Neighborhood is located in inner Northeast Portland and is home to a diverse group of residents and businesses. It has seen an influx of new residents, helping to create a strong community face. It has wonderful areas, beautiful homes, and historic Peninsula Park. 

Restaurants and Businesses

  • Yaad Style Jamaican Cuisine Jamaican spot with jerk chicken. Link: yaadstyle.com
  • Sengatera Ethiopian Restaurant Ethiopian eatery with traditional dishes. Link: sengatera.com

 

Laurelhurst

The Laurelhurst neighborhood is a close-in residential area with historic homes and a namesake park. Stone markers are found at entrances, and an equestrian statue of Joan of Arc was installed in the 1920s. The Laurelhurst Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 

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Lloyd District

The Lloyd neighborhood, in close-in Northeast Portland, includes the Lloyd District’s Oregon Convention Center, the Lloyd Center mall, the Moda Center arena, and many hotels. It's a commercial and entertainment hub with transit access and major events. 

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Parkrose

Parkrose is a historic, family-friendly neighborhood with mid-century homes, Rossi Farms, and proximity to the Columbia River. It's quiet with community events and easy freeway access. 

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Rose City Park

In the heart of Central Northeast, Rose City Park was platted in 1907, the year of the first Portland Rose Festival. In addition to its eponymous park, other parks include Normandale Park, Frazer Park, and the western part of Rose City Golf Course, whose clubhouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 

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Roseway

Roseway is bordered by Rose City Park, Beaumont-Wilshire, Cully, Sumner, and Madison South neighborhoods. Most of Roseway is within District 3. A small section along the northwestern boundary, with approximately 100 homes, is within District 2. Quiet, mostly single-family neighborhood northeast of 122nd Avenue and Halsey Street. 

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Sabin

Sabin is a small, diverse neighborhood with historic homes, community gardens, and proximity to the Alberta Arts District. Vibrant, family-friendly with strong community and walkability. 

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Sullivan's Gulch

Sullivan's Gulch is a compact, urban neighborhood with historic roots, diverse housing, and proximity to transit corridors. Once a natural gulch, it's now vibrant with residential and commercial spaces, easy downtown access. 

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Sumner

Sumner is a quiet, residential neighborhood with affordable homes, diversity, and proximity to the airport. Suburban-like with industrial influences and community events. 

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Vernon

Vernon is a small, diverse neighborhood with historic homes and proximity to the Alberta Arts District. Quiet, family-friendly with vibrant arts scene. 

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Woodlawn

Woodlawn is a historic, family-friendly neighborhood with tree-lined streets and an emerging food scene on NE Dekum Street. Quiet residential area with mix of old and new businesses, charm, and convenience. 

Restaurants and Businesses

  • Woodlawn Coffee & Pastry Coffee shop with pastries and brunch. Link: woodlawncoffee.com
  • Tamale Boy Dekum Mexican restaurant with tamales. Link: tamaleboy.com
  • Breakside Brewery Brewery with IPAs and pub food. Link: breakside.com

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