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Concordia is a Vibrant Neighborhood with Important Black Roots

This Northeast neighborhood gets its name from the 2020-shuttered Concordia University. But most Portlanders know the neighborhood for the Alberta Arts District....
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Sylvan Highlands Has it All, Including Great Schools

Tucked into Portland’s West Hills, Sylvan Highlands offers a rare blend of deep-forest calm and big-city convenience....
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Vancouver’s Hazel Dell Suburb Has a Great Work-Life Balance for Washington Families

Hazell Dell, a suburb of Vancouver, Washington provides a good work-life balance for families....
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Lents is One of PDX’s Best Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods

Lents is an unpretentious, community-oriented Southeast neighborhood that is still up-and-coming....
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Forest Grove Offers Small-Town Charm with Big City Accessibility

Families who want a quieter life, with Portland just a short drive away, will feel right at home in Forest Grove....
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Overlook is a Tight-Knit Community with Historical Black Ties

The Overlook neighborhood, a close-in, close-knit community, offers access to everything families could want — parks, stores and restaurants and a quick drive or MAX train ride to downtown. There’s […]

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Alberta is Perfect for Artsy Families

The Alberta Arts District is one of Portland’s most storied and beloved creative corridors, and that’s for good reason. As one of the oldest sections of Portland, the neighborhood has […]

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Camas is the No. 1 Community for Families in Clark County

The suburb of Camas is named after the Camas lily, a delicate, purple spring bloom whose root bulbs were harvested by local Indigenous people as an important food source. Historically, […]

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Hillsdale is One of Portland’s Safest Neighborhoods

Hillsdale, a charming Southwest neighborhood, has the quiet feel of a mountain town. Its gorgeous foliage along hillside roads and decidedly retro vibe make it feel remote, but it’s not […]

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Gladstone Shows Up for Kids and Families

This small, 4-square-mile Clackamas County city knows how to show up big for kids and families. In 2006, city leaders decided to convert a space that was once a Thriftway […]

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