Northeast Portland is made up of a diverse set of neighborhoods featuring historic era homes, many parks and amenities that are within walking distance of most homes. NE Portland is bordered by MLK Jr Blvd to the west, Burnside to the south, the Columbia River to the north, and I-205 to the east.

Irvington and Alameda boast some of the most expensive and historic homes in all of Portland. This area is close to downtown and split by NE Fremont Street, which features quite a few local businesses, boutique shops, notable restaurants, and coffee shops. The Irvington Home Tour, which raises money for local charities and neighborhood projects, is a must for anyone interested in the historical architecture of the early years of Portland.

Alberta Arts district is an eclectic neighborhood centered around Alberta Street just north of Alameda running from MLK Jr Blvd to NE 33rd. Alberta Street is the heart of the community’s art scene with many galleries and shops featuring local artists. The Alberta Street Fair is held the last Thursday of the month which showcase the local artists and street performers. With it’s vibrant art scene the area has brought many young professionals demanding a more upscale residence, which has caused the neighborhood to see quite a change over the past few years.

The Hollywood District features a mix of commercial and residential areas, and serves as a shopping hub for the area and the nearby neighborhoods of Grant Park, Laurelhurst, Rose City, and Beaumont. The Hollywood Farmers’ Market is quite popular in the summer months drawing in large crowds from all over the area.

The Concordia neighborhood is just north of Alberta and has quickly become a desirable area due to the proximity to New Seasons market and the McMenamins Kennedy School. Quite a few historic homes undergoing renovation and the fact that prices have yet to reach those of the the neighborhoods to the south makes this a great upcoming area.