Kerns neighborhood – Portland’s residential and commercial mix
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The Kerns neighborhood in Portland, Oregon stretches into the inner Southeast as well as the Northeast with the zip codes of 97214 and 97232. Kerns is bordered by the Buckman and Laurelhurst neighborhood. There is a mix of residential and commercial within the Kerns boundaries as well as a good mix of multi-plex’s.
Portland hot-spots in Kerns are, The Screen Door with its Southern style cuisine, The Doug Fir – with its late night restaurant and bar upstairs and some of the hottest live music performances that come from across the country, downstairs. The Sandy Hut – known by many as the Handy Slut, Ole-Ole Mexican food right on Burnside, and of course the popular 28th street in-between Burnside and Glisan. There you will find a row of shops, restaurants, bars and so many other places of interest which I would highly recommend strolling down.
View of Portland homes, River and bridges
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EastMoreland neighborhood Portland, Oregon- Great Golf, Great College, Great Parks
Welcome to EastMoreland, 97202 a lovely Portland Oregon neighborhood filled with old trees and solid built older homes in inner southeast Portland. The Eastmoreland Public Golf Course opened back in 1916 and is as beautiful as it is difficult to play. Golf Digest still ranks it among one of the top public courses to play in the country. The golf course also hosts a bar, grill and restaurant to quench that thirst and fill your belly.
The Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden offers a display of gorgeous blooming flowers, trees, ponds and a scenery you can forever rest your eyes on.
Reed College campus lies within the northern part of Eastmoreland. Reed College, a private liberal Arts college features architecture based on the Tudor-Gothic style including a forested, canyon wilderness preserve at its center. Reed College acutally has a nuculear reactor supporting its science program.
LADD’S ADDITION – Inner SE Portland neighborhood. Beautiful homes.
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Ladd’s Addition Between Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard and Division Street from 12th to 20th avenues Portland, OR 97214 is named after William Ladd, and is known in Portland for its peculiar diagonal street pattern that is relative to the rest of the area. It’s quite easy to get lost while driving or walking through the zig-zag streets, but if you make it to the center you are sure to find a beautiful rose garden and rhododendrons that line the sweet center. You will also find American Elm trees along many of the narrow streets. Most of the homes were built between 1910 and 1925 and are listed as national historic places.
The zig-zag streets of Ladd Addition
A few favorites in Ladd’s Addition are: Palio Coffee and Dessert House – a local Ladd’s cafe, Lounge Lizard -a cool place to find funky furniture, New Seasons Market- offers fresh organic and healthy varieties of the foods you love, Longfellow’s Books with its wide selection, Ladd’s Inn - a great southeast Portland dive bar,
Ladd's Addition rose garden and neighborhood
Overall a lovely neighborhood to live in. Ladd’s Addition is walking distance to so many places of interest. Slightly on the higher end of Portland homes for sale, averaging around $500k but definitely a great investment and always an amazing location to be part of.
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Woodstock – Portland’s old and charming neighborhood
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In 1848, what we now know as the Woodstock neighborhood was complete wilderness until a family from Kentucky, The Kelly’s, came to Oregon to settle and escape Civil War. Around the 1880’s the plush fir forested area which is now Reed College became one of the first trails which led 5 miles into the “business” section of Portland.
Woodstock neighborhood Portland Rhododendron Garden
Now, Woodstock, Portland, Oregon zip-code 97206 and 97202 is a thriving and charming scene with beautiful old homes of so many styles as well as newer more modern homes. The Rhododendron Garden – where in April you will see several hundred trusses of early blooming rhododendrons, and Woodstock Blvd. itself with pockets of great restaurants, cafes and mom and pop shops where locals support community effort. Woodstock Elementary school borders a beautiful park and offers a thriving Mandarin, Chinese Immersion Program, one of the most widely spoken languages on the planet.
Woodstock Elementary school offers a Mandarin Immersion Program.
A few favorite places locals love are, The Delta Cafe with its tasty Cajun menu, Yoko’s Japanese Restaurant and Sushi bar has some of the most unique sushi rolls you can imagine, Papaccino’s kid friendly cafe and Otto’s Sausage Kitchen and Meat Market right on Woodstock blvd, and Woodstock Community center
Woodstock is bordered Richmond, Mt. Tabor, Powellhurst and Reed neighborhoods.
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Portland LOVES Sellwood
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Sellwood 97202, also called Sellwood-Moreland is a neighborhood in Southeast Portland Oregon that overlooks the Willamette River. Eastmoreland and WestMoreland also border this great neighborhood. Sellwood has an excellent school district and Reed College is just north. Sellwood is known for is amazing selection of upscale antique shops that line SE 13th ave.
Sellwood waterfront park and Sellwood Bridge - Portland Oregon
Sellwood has an amusement park, Oaks Park, where a rollerskating rink also lies. The Sellwood bridge that leads into Southwest Portland is due for a costly replacement or renovation. It is the southernmost of the Portland bridges
A few local favorites are: Oaks Bottom public house – with an emphasis on smaller independent Oregon beers, Piece of Cake bakery – featuring vegan style cakes, Assaggio – with its critically acclaimed Italian Cuisine, Papa Haydn – home to Portland’s first espresso machine, Tres Fabu Bridal wedding shop and of course my favorite Saburos Sushi with its huge portions of fish.
So many beautiful architectural styles including Victorians, cottages, English, and many gorgeous Craftsman bungalows and Old-PDX style homes. Peaceful streets are lined with mature trees and local coffee shops. This is a great family neighborhood with alot of charm and community. Locally owned shops are everywhere and always supported.
English traditional Sellwood home Portland, Oregon
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Buckman neighborhood, homes and Portland fine dining
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The Buckman neighborhood zip code 97214 Portland, Oregon is named after the school board and city council member Cyrus Buckman and is bordered by the Willamette River, The Kerns neighborhood, Abernathy and the Hawthorne District in Southeast Portland. Buckman has their own community association, a wonderful farmers market and Buckman Arts Magnet elementary school.
Farmers Market in the Buckman neighborhood Portland Oregon
Colonel Summers Park is a lovely place to bring the family for a picnic, or play sports activities and even listen to live music festivals on the main stage. The Buckman community garden is perfect for the organic gardener who does not have a plot of dirt in their apartment to grow their hearts out.
Three bridges connect Buckman to neighborhoods in Southwest Portland across the Willamette: The Grand Burnside bridge, The Morrison Bridge that has freeway on ramps and the Hawthorne Bridge leading into SW Downtown Portland. The Belmont district in Buckman has a popular line of shops that most locals stroll to enjoy. Stark street and the artsy Hawthorne district also run through Buckman.
A few popular restaurants in Buckman are Nicholas- Middle Eastern, Vegetarian, and Mediterranean restaurant, Three friends cafe -early morning coffee at its best, Jarra’s Ethiopian – with live music downstairs, Pad Thai kitchen, The Road Side attraction with its hip Portland scene offering great drinks and great live music, Madison’s Grill, and Old Wives Tale which is a great place to bring the kids while sitting down for lunch or dinner.
Buckman old-PDX style home, Buckman neighborhood Portland Oregon
The Buckman neighborhood features classic older East Portland style homes including Old Portland Foursquare, Craftsman, Victorian and English Tudor’s. An excellent day and night life, a safe location, good schools and alot charm. If you are thinking of moving to Portland, the Buckman neighborhood is a sought after and well loved place to live.
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8 Great Reasons to use a Portland Realtor
Eight Important Reasons Why Buyers & Sellers Use a REALTOR®
1. Qualifying the Buyer – REALTORS® qualify prospective buyers to determine in advance their financial ability to purchase. Pre-Qualification also helps a buyer understand what they can afford and what they can realistically look at buying. This saves both buyers and sellers a lot of time and aggravation and ensures that the process is as smooth as possible. I am always happy to recommend some of the best Mortgage brokers in the industry.
2. Advertising – REALTORS® have access to several forms of advertising including newspapers, homes, magazines, relocation networks and the Multiple Listing Service–a cooperative sales system which contains all the properties for sale in your market area. Relocation To Portland will advertise in The Portland Mercury, The Willamette Week, Craigslist, Realtor.com and the MLS.
3. Housing Trends – REALTORS® have current market information on comparable selling prices for specific types of homes, allowing sellers to establish realistic prices while obtaining fair market value for their property.
4. Sale Negotiations – REALTORS® are trained professionals who can answer the many questions posed by potential buyers and should work to alleviate any doubts buyers have about the process.
5. Financing – REALTORS® will continually gather information on the latest and best methods of obtaining mortgage money and be prepared to assist the buyer to assure a speedy sale.
6. Continuing Education – REALTORS® are constantly upgrading their professional abilities by keeping informed about market trends, the latest industry innovations, new legislation and civil rights. Members of the National Association of REALTORS® have the right to earn professional designations by completing additional education.
7. Personal Service – REALTORS® work with the affiliate members of the MLS to provide information on title and conveyance documents, termite inspections, home warranty programs, etc. REALTORS® also make suggestions to sellers on how to make a home more salable. When you are moving to Portland Oregon, this will be very usefull when you are out of state but want more information.
8. Protection for Buyers & Sellers – REALTORS® subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics and accept the responsibility of promoting the interests of buyers and sellers by protecting them from fraud and misrepresentation.
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Laurelhurst neighborhood and Park – View luxury Portland homes for sale
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The Laurelhurst neighborhood located part in inner Northeast as well as inner Southeast Portland has some of the finest homes that Portland Oregon has to offer. These Portland luxury homes for sale are absolutely amazing. The neighborhood safety, charm and culture can turn an average walk in the park into a full day of sights and sounds that no on would expect. Huge beautiful luxury homes and structural designs can amaze even the pickiest Portland home buyers. There are landscapes that a King would enjoy and location, location, location that all strive to be near. A Portland relocation into the Laurelhurst area might just be one of the best decisions you ever made.
Lovely Luxury Laurelhurst Homes
Walking through Laurelhurst park you will find a large beautiful duck pond surrounded by tall trees, grassy fields a kids play structure and sports court for all to enjoy. Weekend gathering in the park you might find songwriters singing their heart out, or a game of Ultimate Frisbee on the grass, or dozens of dogs in the controlled off leash dog area. Lovely folks strolling around just enjoying the scenery.
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The Laurelhurst movie theater offers pizza and beer and $3.00 movies, and enjoy Whole Foods Market both located off of NE Burnside and 28th. A few restaurants the local Portland peeps love and I recommend to all are Il Piatto Italian restaurant, The India Grill has an amazing dinner menu, Noble Rot wine bar, Tabla, Kens Artisan Pizza , Sticcato Gilato – Portland’s yummy frozen treats, and of course Pambiche Mediterranean cuisine located on NE Glisan and 28th. Some favorite bars of the locals are – The Laurelthirst Public house with live rock-n-roll and bluegrass music, Beulahland, The Goodfoot with its upstairs Pool tables and downstairs live music or DJ’s, The Bonfire and Holmans with its chance to spin to win for a free meal every time.
Laurelhurst neighborhood
When its time to relocate to Portland Oregon, and if its in your budget, the Laurelhurst neighborhood can’t be beat!
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Mt. Tabor homes for sale in this lovely neighborhood and park
Welcome to Mt.Tabor 97215, the place of gorgeous older homes a community with charm and a beautiful park for all to enjoy. Mt. Tabor is only one of two places where an extinct volcano lies within an Oregon city boundary. The other is Bend, Oregon.
Beautiful Mt.Tabor home with Plush greenspace
Awesome view from Mt. Tabor Park
Sunnyside neighborhood as well as the Hawthorne / Belmont district and Montavilla border Mt. Tabor.
Mt. Tabor homes closer up on the hill are grand and gorgeous. You will see everything from huge Victorian style, to Ranch to Bungalow’s with basement levels and separate entrances. Mt. Tabor is definitely an excellent and safe place to live if you are thinking about the move.
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Portland Realtors – Hawthorne Neighborhood and homes for sale
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Hawthorne in Portland Oregon is an area of Southeast Portland that runs along SE Hawthorne Blvd., particularly between SE 28th and 50rd ave. It borders along the Ladd’s Addition and Buckman neighborhoods to the west and Mt. Tabor borders Hawthorne just to the east. It is known for being a younger, free thinking, bike-friendly, hipsters neighborhood. The Portland home for sale in Hawthorne are creative and colorful and sure to please many. You are sure to feel a fun and funky vibe while cruising the Blvd. Also be sure to drive across the Hawthorne bridge, it is one of the oldest surviving “lift bridges” in the world.
The beautiful night shot of the Hawthorne bridge in Portland Oregon
Places of interest in the Hawthorne district are Powell’s Book store, The Bagdad Theater and pub, the Hawthorne Hostel, The Cup and Saucer Cafe, New Seasons no on Hawthorne, The Ink and Bread, as well as antique stores, many more cafes, trendy clothing shops, and many great pubs and Portland brew houses.
Hawthorne Boulevard was named after Dr. J.C. Hawthorne, the co-founder of Oregon’s first mental hospital. The road was originally named Asylum Avenue, but in 1883 the hospital moved to Salem and the street was named in honor of Dr. Hawthorne
When driving around the Southeast Portland area, be sure to visit the Hawthorne neighborhood. Also, drive around the residential streets and view many of the beautiful original and restored homes. You will be amazed at the gorgeous architecture and exterior landscaping. The Hawthorne district can make relocating to Portland a creative and fun for the whole family adventure.
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Agency Info
M Realty LLC
2211 NW Front Ave Ste. 101
Portland, OR 97209
Agent Profile
My introduction and education in Real Estate started back in college, 1989, in Los Angeles, California.
I chose to work with M Realty because of their top of the world technology and innovative home searching website unmatched anywhere in the US.
I enjoy meeting Portland locals and opening the door to so many different and unique homes to view. I also have been working with families relocating to Portland since day one as a licensed Portland Realtor. Having a vast knowledge of the Portland homes for sale, neighborhoods, schools, local places of interests and just an overall love for our city makes this job more of a passion.
My past working bio consisted of other interests within public relations:
An Astronomy educator for NASA and the Griffith Observatory.
President/CEO of AIRTIME BOARDS snowboard company.
Creator and author of KEVDIDDY children\'s music, books and videos.
In my spare time I enjoy watching my beautiful boy grow, camping where you can\'t see civilization, giving star talks under a clear night sky, The White Album, brewing my own organic blueberry wine and Organic gardening. I have been living off of my Organic fruit and vegetable garden for the last 25 years. I don\'t go produce shopping for 8 months of the year. I also have some of the most healthiest and happiest chickens from which I get fresh eggs daily.
It\'s a good day to live in Portland!
