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Portland, OR
Portland · Multnomah County · OR 97202
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$658K
Median Price
17/100
Walk Score
8.4/10
Schools
12 min
to Portland, OR
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
84/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
17/100
WYLT Score57/100
Our Take
Downtown Portland is a high‑energy, culturally rich area with great jobs and nightlife, but the cost of living is steep and the walk score is low. It’s worth a close look for young professionals who value transit and entertainment, but families or budget‑conscious buyers may find it over‑priced and noisy.
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The Good
- ✓Central downtown location
- ✓Strong job market and career opportunities
- ✓Excellent public transit access
- ✓Vibrant dining, arts, and nightlife scene
Real Talk
- !Very high cost of living—home prices and rent are above the city average
- !Limited walkability; most errands require a car
- !Noise and traffic congestion are common in the downtown core
- !Crime rates in the area are higher than many suburbs
- $Higher utility bills due to older building infrastructure
- $Parking fees and limited parking can add to monthly expenses
- $Higher property taxes in downtown Portland
Best For
Young professionalsCommutersNightlife loversCultural enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
Portland, OR
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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