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Old Friends Coffee on Belmont is a favorite spot for cold brew in Sunnyside.
A classic day hike option near Portland is Multnomah Falls, along with Hamilton Mountain and Silver Falls.
One resident found Portland disappointing, saying public schools leave kids behind peers elsewhere in Oregon.
“The public schools here leave kids behind their peers in other parts of Oregon and out”
“Rialto Pool Room, Kellys Olympian, Yamhill Pub, Low Brow Lounge, Momo's, Ground Control, old town has lots of clubs.”
From 8 resident comments about meeting people and the social scene.
One resident considers the Crystal Ballroom the best venue in the area, also mentioning Hawthorne Theater and the Roseland.
“The Crystal Ballroom is the best venue in the area imo, see if anyone is playing, other notables- Hawthorn Theater and The Roseland but there...”
Read the full commentOne resident says the main tourist event in Portland is the Rose Festival along with its associated events like Fleet Week and the parades.
“The big main tourist event in Portland is the Rose Festival and the attached events (Fleet Week, Starlight and Rose Parades, CityFair). The...”
Read the full commentOne resident recommends Meetup as a good way to find groups matching your interests.
“Meetup is pretty good. Just look up groups that match your interest and go from there.”
Read the full commentOne resident says actual friendships form when you take initiative to suggest hangouts beyond meetups or clubs.
“Meet ups and hobbies and running clubs, etc. are good starting points, but you make actual friends when you take the lead and suggest going for...”
Read the full commentOne resident felt that everyone sticks to their existing close friend groups, making it hard to join in.
“It feels like this is a state of introverts or something. Everyone is so stuck to their close circle of friends that it feels hard to join any of them.”
Read the full commentOne resident said Portland is hard to break into socially at first but becomes great once you do.
“Portland can be a tough place to make friends, but overall is a really great city socially once you break through the crust. Lots of...”
Read the full commentOne resident met their partner through Tinder and calls their Portland dating experience magical.
“I met my wife in Portland, connected through Tinder. Happily married with a daughter now. For me, dating was a magical experience in Portland.”
Read the full commentOne resident says their dating life has been nearly nonexistent despite being outgoing after five years in the city.
“I’ve been here for about 5+ years and my dating life is pretty much non existent. I’m straight, 27F, funny as hell, nice, and fairly good looking...”
Read the full commentOne resident said Portland can be a lonely, transitional place where people feel 'brain broken'.
“portland can be a very lonely place and is often a transitionary time for a lot of people. you also have to keep in mind we're all brain broken...”
Read the full comment"Rialto Pool Room, Kellys Olympian, Yamhill Pub, Low Brow Lounge, Momo's, Ground Control, old town has lots of clubs."
One resident suggested spending a couple days in affordable areas to check out the restaurants, cafes, and venues before moving
“Spend a couple days in a few areas you can afford and check it out. There are a ton of good restaurants, cafes, music and sports venues, parks,...”
Read the full commentOne resident found people in Portland to be very friendly and felt no judgment, creating a comfortable vibe.
“People: so many friendly people. Rarely felt judged by anyone for anything. Such a positive vibe where everyone seems to feel comfortable being...”
Read the full commentOne job seeker described fighting through a layoff and struggling to find new work in Portland.
“I’m currently fighting for my LIFE trying to find a new job in the midst of a layoff, and genuinely it feels like the only way to get a job in PDX is...”
Read the full commentA remote worker appreciates Portland for good internet connectivity and strong walk, bike, and exercise options.
“Portland is pretty great for working fully-remote jobs. Good internet connectivity for starters. Better than average walk/bike/exercise/...”
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The city is described as beautiful despite high cost of living, a soft job market, and visible homelessness.
“The cost of living is high. The job market is soft and homelessness and public drug use is rampant. All that aside it's a beautiful city and...”
Read the full commentA classic day hike option near Portland is Multnomah Falls, along with Hamilton Mountain and Silver Falls.
“Top Oregon hikes for sure. classic Multnomah Falls. Seconding Hamilton mountain and silver falls. Saddle mountain is great. Burnt Meadow...”
Read the full commentOld Friends Coffee on Belmont is a favorite spot for cold brew in Sunnyside.
“Old Friends Coffee on Belmont in Sunnyside. Favorite spot for cold brew and just a great little coffee shop.”
Read the full commentKeeper Coffee is praised for its cute setting, Coava coffee, and house made pastries.
“Keeper Coffee is my favorite coffee shop ever! Super cute, they serve Coava coffee, and have excellent house-made pastries.”
Read the full comment“it's a beautiful city”
What's nearby
Within 5 miles of the center of the Portland area.
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What rent costs
Of about 369,817 rented homes in the Portland area, 73% rent for under $2,000 a month and 96% for under $3,000.
Census American Community Survey 2019 to 2023 (table B25063). Gross rent includes utilities the renter pays. Today's asking rents for open apartments usually run higher.