The eastside of Portland has long been considered a hipper, edgier part of the city, but it also includes a ton of unique neighborhoods, all with their own vibe and flavor. From up and comping FoPo to coveted Eastmoreland and Sellwood, the neighborhoods all offer something unique.
Over the past decade, SE Portland has seen a huge expansion of its dynamic food scene. Southeast Division Street is a great example of this. This once sleepy, non-descript street in southeast now teems with some of the best restaurants in the city. The eclectic offerings are mixed in with cute boutiques and bougie dessert shops. New condo buildings that replaced the 1-2 story buildings of yesteryear, stack up above all the festive, street level activity below.
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School info for SE Portland OR
SE Portland is served by several different school districts:
Referred to as one of the most intellectual colleges in the county, Reed College, an independent liberal arts and science college, is located in the Eastmoreland Neighborhood of SE Portland.
Warner Pacific University, a Christian College, is located on the south side of Mt. Tabor.
Portland Community College’s Southeastern Campus is located on SE 82nd Ave & SE Division St.
SE Portland OR Farmers Markets
- Hawthorne Farmers Market
- Lents International Farmers Market
- Montavilla Farmers Market
- Moreland Farmers Market
- People’s year-round Farmers Market
- Woodstock Farmers Market
Things to do in SE Portland OR
As the last “trolley park” in operation in the NW, Oaks Amusement Park still brings tons of fun to Portland Metro residents over 100 years after opening. It includes an amusement park with rides, one of the last wooden roller rinks, mini gold, go karts and more!
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, located on the SE Portland banks of the Willamette River, offers something for everyone. Seasonal exhibits, an I-Max theater, camps for kids, OMSI After Dark events for adults, etc. This is long, vast and fun!
Every year, Portland celebrates the Rose Festival for several weeks from late May into June. The festivities includes parades, concerts, a carnival on the waterfront, a festival court and Fleet Week.
Powell Butte Nature Park offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. A nice, easy walking path grants you the chance to enjoy the outdoors and some nice views all from the comforts of the city limits.
The Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden is a site to be seen when the rhodies are in bloom in the spring. If you think you’re well-versed in the garden-variety of rhododendrons that you see in yards throughout the Portland Metro, this beautiful garden will surprise and delight you with varieties of ancient rhodies that have taken on a tropical tree vibe.
Homes for Sale in SE Portland OR
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