Portland, Portland OR — neighborhood review

Portland, OR

Portland · Multnomah County · OR 97266

Updated August 2, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$446K

Median Price

71/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

18 min

to Portland downtown

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
ASchools
90/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
B-Walkability
71/100
WYLT Score64/100

Our Take

This neighborhood is car‑heavy and not very walkable, but it has decent schools and plenty of parks. Housing costs are high relative to income, and flood risk is a real concern. If you’re a remote worker who can commute and don’t mind a bit of noise and crime, it might work, but otherwise consider looking elsewhere.

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The Good

  • High‑rated public schools
  • 18‑minute commute to downtown Portland
  • Abundant green space and parks
  • Good food and nightlife options nearby

Real Talk

  • !High housing prices compared to local median income
  • !Car‑dependent layout limits mobility
  • !Flood zone AH means higher insurance and risk
  • !Not the safest area—moderate crime rates
  • $Flood‑zone insurance premiums
  • $Higher property taxes
  • $Utility costs for climate control
  • $Potential need for aftermarket security upgrades

Best For

young professionalsstudentsremote workersfamilies looking for good schools

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Portland, OR

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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