ALAMEDA
Alameda is situated on a plateau high above the city, offering breathtaking views of the Willamette River and the Portland skyline. Hailed by residents as a neighborhood with Old World charm and a lot of character, Alameda features a collection of homes that offer the best views and are among the most sough-after in the neighborhood.

With several shops, award winning restaurants, gourmet bakeries and small cafes along Northeast Fremont Street, it is a trendy neighborhood gathering spot. It is also home to the famous McMenamins Kennedy School, a schoolhouse-turned-neighborhood institution. The Kennedy School features a movie theater, restaurants, hotel rooms and a pub all housed in an original neighborhood school built in the early 20th century.

ALBERTA
The Alberta Arts District, is an up-and-coming hot spot among the “hipster” generation and it includes neighborhoods in and around Northeast Alberta Street. Here you can find numerous boutiques selling items ranging from handmade local designer clothing to funky, one-of-a-kind handbags. Interspersed between storefronts are various art galleries and restaurants, including Vita Café, Halibuts, Tin Shed, and La Sirenita.

Last Thursday-an art walk that runs all year long, is the biggest attraction in the Alberta Arts District. The event includes gallery openings and art showings, and attracts hundreds of visitors each month.

BELMONT – HAWTHORNE
Belmont and Hawthorne are two neighborhoods that sit side by side and share many of the same characteristics: pedestrian friendly streets lined with vintage clothing stores, eclectic cafes, coffee shops and  music stores.

As one of the most vibrant retail districts in the city they have eateries ranging from casual dinners and funky coffee shops to authentic ethnic foods. There are endless options for shopping and dining and almost  all the retailers are independently-owned.

IRVINGTON
Named after William Irving, who claimed land in the area in 1852, the Irvington neighborhood is home to some of the most beautiful, historic houses in the city of Portland.

Homeowners in the neighborhood hold annual open houses to invite visitors to tour their historic properties. The annual Irvington Tour of Homes is held every spring and homeowners host a second open house during the Christmas season.

Irvington offers the perfect blend of tranquil neighborhood setting with a convenient location, just minutes from some of the best restaurants and shops in the area. Wild Oats Market, Starbucks, McMenamins, and numerous bistros line North east Broadway Avenue, alongside independent bookstores, flower stores, and service businesses. Just a few blocks from the heart of Irvington is Lloyd Center shopping mall.

LADD'S ADDITION
Ladd’s addition is tucked into a quiet corner between the Hawthorne and Ross Island bridges and it is slowly being transformed from an industrial Cul-de-sac into a thriving residential and retail district.

The neighborhood is also known as Hosford-Abernathy and is comprised of small bungalows, cottages and four-square homes built between 1905 and 1920. Over the past decade, the area has experienced major construction that has resulted in several new condominiums and townhouses and many residents have devoted their attention to restoring their homes to their original grandeur

The residents also have access to several fresh food markets, including People’s Food Co-op, which offers a selection of organic produce and operates a year-round farmers market.

LAURELHURST
Laurelhurst is located just minutes to downtown and it is home to two popular landmarks: The Laurelhurst Park and the Laurelhurst Theater.

Laurelhurst Park features majestic trees, a spring-fed lake, has a walking trail that runs through the 34- acre park, and plenty of secluded spots perfect for a summer picnic. The park also has an off-leash area for dogs and many places for recreational activities, including a soccer field, basketball and volleyball courts and a playground.

The Laurelhurst Theater was built in 1923 and was one of the first art deco-style buildings in Portland. It was renovated in 2001 and had become a popular neighborhood gathering spot, showing a combination of blockbuster hits, classic movies, and independent films.

MOUNT TABOR
Mount Tabor Park is one of the best spots in the city to watch the sun settings over downtown and has become one of the most popular recreational areas in Portland. It is a 195 acre park and was named for the 600-foot extinct volcano that sits at its core.

In addition to its sweeping views of the mountains and the skyline, Mountain Tabor Park  is the centerpiece of the Mount Tabor neighborhood and boasts miles of walking trails, an off -leash area for dogs, a picnic shelter, amphitheater, playground and various sport courts.

SELLWOOD-MORELAND
Best known for its impressive array of antique stores, the Sellwood-Moreland area boasts dozens of gourmet restaurants, including Springwater Grill, Assaggio, Elenis, Capital’s Bistro and Wine and it attracts a crowd of gastronomes every night of the week

Sellwood – Moreland are also home to Century-old Oaks Amusement Park that is one of the oldest continuously operating amusement parks in the nation. The Park features a variety of rides, a skating rink and many other special events and it attracts people from all over the Portland metropolitan area.