Feel , Known For –

Portland’s University Park real estate is known well due to its proximity a popular college, The University of Portland.  A residential location with a few businesses close-by.  Some homes do overlook the Willamette river industrial area where larger ships are docked and constantly transfer cargo.  Noise is not a factor from the commercial location as the University Park houses are situated high above.  Convenience for college students wanting to live off campus and having the option to walk.  A good location for real estate investors as rentals are always in high demand.  Bus lines service the area but it’s not overly close to the Interstate MAX train or freeway in general.  Local sense of pride in business and no big box store feel.  More on North Portland real estate and Portland neighborhoods…

University Park Home Settings –

Perched on a plateau above Portland’s industrial area and overlooking the Willamette river this neighborhood is classic.  Walker friendly streets all have sidewalks and are set up in a grid so it’s tough to get lost.  Mature trees and landscaping.  Few homes have views as topography is quite flat.  Occasional residences along Willamette Blvd may overlook the river.  Average lot size is 5000’ and rectangular, some alley access for garages.  A clean-kept mid-century neighborhood.  Browse all Portland Homes for Sale immediately.

University Park Homes For Sale, Prices –

Prices in the University Park neighborhood of North Portland are slightly above average Portland real estate.  Entering the market in near $200k for a detached 3 bedroom 1 bath bungalow is common.  Higher density construction of townhomes and condos are non-existent.  Modest inner-city pricing not generally exceeding $500k for even the largest homes over 3000 square feet.  You will find an above average number of rentals due to proximity to the University.  Investors can do well by renting out larger homes by the room rather than the house as a whole to college students.  Put parents on a lease not the students and you’ll have good cash flow plus deeper pockets to dig into if there’s ever a problem.  Keep your eyes open for investment and flipping opportunities as they do present themselves on occasion.  Compare this neighborhood to other Portland Homes for Sale.

University Park Home Styles –

Houses are single family detached style in University Park.  A majority are mid-century ranch types with full basements below ground.  Classic 4 square and bungalow homes are nestled close together but still provide breathing room.  Exterior finishes are simple yet not plain-Jane.  Scalloped shingles, trimmed-out columns and larger window wraps accent details of the homes.  Eaves with  minimal overhang and steep roof pitches give homes character.  Interior home style can be detailed or simple as the neighborhood supports both.  Remodeling costs are recaptured when kept on a budget and not overdone for this location in North Portland.  View all University Park real estate for sale immediately…

Surrounding Neighborhoods -

Arbor Lodge, Portsmouth, Overlook

Distance to Downtown Portland –

About 20 minutes to downtown Portland, 40 minutes to downtown Beaverton, 25 minutes to airport (40 with traffic), 40 minutes to Hillsboro high-tech, over Germantown road.  Freeway (I-5) access.

Local Shopping –

No large malls anywhere close, locals only.  Neighborhood coffee shops, boutiques and restaurants run the entire length of Lombard and 2 miles away in Jantzen Beach or downtown Portland (Walkscore varies but generally pretty middle-of-the-road, somewhat walkable at 50).  Fred Meyer is within about .5 mi.  Click one of the University Park homes for sale examples and select “details” text for Walkscore maps and listings of local business, plus other cool detail.

Main Grocery –

Safeway on Ivanhoe St. within1 mile.  Fred Meyer onLombard is also within 1/2 mile.

School Ratings –

Above average.  Astor elementary 9, Roosevelt High.  Ratings are based from 1 (worst) through 10 (best) and come from the greatschools.org website at time of writing.

Demographics –

Average  income.  Ethnic and social diversity, many liberal residents like the rest of North Portland.  College students.

Crime -

Average compared to the majority of Metro areas.  Lower than other neighborhoods in North Portland.  Check elementary school ratings as they often correspond with crime statistics.

Parks –

McKenna City park, harbor view City park, Peninsula Crossing Trail, Portsmouth City Park

Attractions –

University of Portland, Industrial area commute is very short, short drive to downtown and Vancouver.

Public Transportation –

Bus system routes and can be very close, along Lombard and several other main thoroughfares.  Car is often left at home, optional.  Walkers and bicyclists common. A public/bike transportation commuter community.   Interstate St. MAX train line will require riding a bus first for most, too far to walk.

Zip Codes -

97203  Try our Portland home search and use zip codes or many other parameters.