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Portland’s Alberta Arts District is probably our most popular counterculture neighborhood and the heart of everything Portlandish, at least as far as steorotyping goes. If you’ve watched the 2010 TV show Portlandia it’ll be obvious that parts were filmed here. Or, maybe this is just where writers picked up their material. Check out “Last Thursday” for a complete opposite of the Pearl District’s swanky “First Thursday” street fair. Budding artists are plentiful and often congregate among Alberta street’s where abstract art is displayed. Funky galleries, local businesses and entrepreneurs only, friendly and often viewed as eccentric individuals roam freely. Great eats and experience overall. Definitely one of Portland’s popular locations just to hang out and watch the tourists. Those are easy to spot. They’ll be driving a BMW X5 instead of a green Subaru Outback. More on Portland real estate and the Alberta Arts District…
• Alberta Arts District Settings read more
Situated a respectable distance from downtown Portland, homes are planted on level lots and virtually flat streets. Sidewalks are common with typically a few feet of green between this and the actual street. These little green spaces offer a perfect spot for gardening and many home owners use it as such. Lots of cars parked on the streets as lots tend to be narrow with minimal street frontage. The Alberta Arts neighborhood is part of the city’s original design and density is higher that about any outlaying area, at least as far as detached homes go. Lot sizes are small to modest, averaging 4000’, common in-city look. Originally developed around 1910, it is one of Portland’s popular older neighborhoods. Browse all Alberta Arts District homes for Sale immediately or check out our Lifestyles interactive map.
• Alberta Arts District Home Prices read more
Condos and some attached homes start close to $200k. That’ll buy about 1200’ with a couple of bedrooms. Houses that are larger will jump up in price but tend to stay under $500k for even the most professionally redesigned or updated place. Alberta Arts home median price will run near $300k, just above the metro area’s average. Check out all Portland condos and Portland Homes for Sale.
• Alberta Arts District Home Styles read more
Vintage homes, 1908 – 1920 architecture and style. Fairly average sized homes, a working class neighborhood back in the day but through urban renewal projects the neighborhood has become gentrified. Bungalows, Cape Cod, and a few craftsman make up the older homes. Almost all square footage is calculated by adding multiple levels. 2 floors above ground plus a basement. Not uncommon to have attic type rooms above, low ceiling heights and only 7’ at the peak. Basements can be included for extra living space but watch for dampness and low ceilings again. Garages are definitely not a given as many have a single car or none at all. Street parking is expected. Sizes run from 1000 to 3000’ on average and some are updated but most have their original luster. Wild color scheme welcome here.
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| Surrounding Neighborhoods Irvington Peidmont Hollywood Distance to Downtown Portland 15 minutes to downtown Portland. 20 minutes to the airport (25 with traffic). 45 minutes to Hillsboro high-tech but let’s face it, you probably don’t live in the Alberta Art’s District and work at Intel. Public Transportation Plenty of local businesses to choose from. Funky galleries, shops, eats and drinks is what this neighborhood is all about. Mainly located on Alberta Street between 12th and 40th. |
Local Shopping Local shopping is non-existent for most homes. Commercial and retail businesses run the entire length of TV highway (Canyon Rd.) and 2 miles away in downtown Beaverton (Walkscore varies due to Aloha’s size but generally not overly walkable, well under 50). Car is a requirement and bicyclists will a challenge on many arterial street with limited riding designated lanes. Streets of Tanasbourne is one of the closest shopping center, good sized and located at 185th & Cornell. Click one of the Aloha homes for sale examples and select “details” text for Walkscore maps and listings of local business, plus other cool detail.
Main Grocery New Seasons and Whole Foods are under 1 mile away. Many closer, smaller grocery outlets. School Ratings Lower than average, Beach elementary 3, King elementary 2, and Vernon elementary 3. Jefferson high school average, a 5. Demographics Totally mixed income and ethnic backgrounds. Many renters and people finding themselves. Making social statements is common. Suit and tie is not the norm. Social preferences are diverse. Crime Higher than average. |
Parks Alberta City Park, Ainsworth Blocks, Roselawn City Park, Wilshire City Park
Attractions Alberta Street, open air parades, art galleries, Last Thursday fair (9 months of the year) Public Transportation Bus routes, many and … you’re practically expected to ride, preferably use the bike or walk. Zip Codes 97211 Search Portland Homes for Sale by zip code. |
