Neighborhood in Portland, Oregon
Multnomah County 97211, 97217
Piedmont is a neighborhood that has a special place in Portland history — and a community whose present-day character is derived in large part by the array of well-kept historic homes still standing along its corridors. The neighborhood is 4 miles north of Portland’s city center, just south of the Columbia River.
Platted in 1889 by developers who were keen on making the area strictly residential, Piedmont was one of Portland’s first planned communities and is home to one of the city’s first neighborhood parks. “People are really drawn to the neighborhood by its diverse housing scene,” says Cynthia Fneish, a local realtor with Networth Realty of Portland. Some homes are still standing from the neighborhood’s early days, with some mid-20th-century and modern houses sprinkled throughout. “You won’t just see modern, craftsman-style builds,” Fneish says. “Each house is unique and has its own sense of character, largely due Piedmont’s historic roots.” Cape Cods, craftsman-style homes and Tudor revivals make up most of the architectural scene, and houses sit on small, 5,000-square-foot lots. Single-family residences generally list between $400,000 and $850,000, depending on their size and condition.
One of the undoubted highlights of Piedmont is Peninsula Park, a 16-acre space whose defining characteristic is an expansive rose garden, that opened in 1913. Stretching some 2 acres, the garden is where what became the official Portland rose was cultivated. That rose, which spread to other parts of the city, helped Portland earn its official nickname, the “City of Roses.” Along with the garden, the park is also home to a band stand, a playground and sports facilities for tennis, basketball and baseball. The north end of the park is home to the Peninsula Park Community Center, which features indoor gymnasiums and an outdoor pool. The 14-acre Farragut Park is on the neighborhood’s north side and hosts a paved walking loop, picnic tables and a baseball diamond.
Piedmont families are served by Portland Public Schools, which earns a B overall rating from Niche and an A-minus rating for its college preparatory initiatives. Woodlawn Elementary School earns a B-minus grade and is within walking distance of those living on the northeast side of the neighborhood. The C-rated Ockley Green School serves sixth through eighth graders and has a student-to-teacher ratio of 14-1. After graduating middle school, students can head to Jefferson High, a B-minus school that partners with Portland Community College to provide students with dual-enrollment opportunities.
North Lombard Street and Northeast Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard are popular areas for grabbing a bite to eat. Casa Zoraya provides its patrons with quality Peruvian fare in a warm setting, with regular live music. Park the Carts is essentially a food truck court, with over a dozen international cuisine options that has been providing locals with a variety of dishes since it opened in 2019. Most shoppers here pick up their groceries and other essentials at the nearby Safeway or Fred Meyer.
The Metro Area Express Light Rail runs just west of Piedmont along Pacific Highway West and takes commuters south to downtown. Residents are also conveniently located near Interstate 5, which they can take 10-minutes south to downtown. Locals are also just 6 miles from Portland International Airport. When Piedmont was established in the late 1800s, its developers advertised the neighborhood as The Emerald. And, more than a century later, the enclave still shines brightly with its verdant parks and well-preserved historic homes.
Marjie Van Der Laan
Premier Realty Associates
(360) 347-2876
76 Total Sales
1 in Piedmont
$508,000 Price
Merilee Lloyd
Mal & Seitz
(971) 340-2631
55 Total Sales
1 in Piedmont
$189,850 Price
Ernest Cooper
Cooper Realty LLC
(503) 608-7295
113 Total Sales
2 in Piedmont
$549,950 Price Range
Kirstan Rogers
Keller Williams PDX Central
(971) 351-0501
125 Total Sales
1 in Piedmont
$575,000 Price
Jordan McAllister
MORE Realty
(503) 210-9913
102 Total Sales
1 in Piedmont
$420,000 Price
Michael Green
Stellar Realty Northwest
(360) 803-1735
138 Total Sales
1 in Piedmont
$500,000 Price
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Piedmont | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Piedmont, Portland sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Piedmont, Portland over the last 12 months is $555,332, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$465,000
Welcome to the North Piedmont neighborhood, just blocks away from the stunning Peninsula Park, where you’ll discover this beautifully crafted contemporary new construction. This fully move-in-ready home comes complete with lush landscaping. Designed for efficiency and comfort, it’s all-electric, featuring mini-split heating and cooling, and is proudly Energy Star Certified. Plus, it’s pre-plumbed
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$485,000
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Sarah Boylan Premiere Property Group, LLC
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Light and bright filled with natural light! High ceilings on main floor. Nicely updated, with new in and out paint. New kitchen cabinets and counters, has ADU potential. Sparkly clean basement and ready to move in!
Dmitri Yudin WFJ Realty, LLC.
$565,000
Incredible custom home with daylight basement with many updates including fiber cement siding, updated electrical and panel, a 95% efficient furnace, instant hot water heater and central A/C just in time for summer! Settled in a pocket between the Arbor Lodge, Kenton, and Mississippi neighborhoods, this one is in a dream location for those looking to explore all that North Portland has to offer.
Jacob Grant Windermere Realty Trust
$745,500
Welcome to an exquisitely maintained 1923 bungalow in one of Portland’s most cherished neighborhoods. Nestled on a tree-lined street in vibrant Piedmont, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath beauty offers nearly 2,700 square feet of light-filled, character-rich living space - thoughtfully updated honors its 1920s roots. Inside, gleaming original hardwoods highlight the home’s craftsmanship, while a custom wood
Stacey Decker Chastel Real Estate
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