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South Waterfront Apartments for Rent - Portland, OR

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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About South Waterfront Portland

My family likes running/walking along the river trail. The neighborhood is to my university so I don't commute.

Here is near by bus station. The restaurants. coffee shop and fast food all by walking distance. It is convence place.

Who Lives Here

South Waterfront Portland Demographics

Education

High School

4%

Associate's

14%

Bachelor's

28%

Master's

13%

Doctorate

41%

Family Size

2 people

86%

3 people

11%

4 people

4%

5 people

0%

6+ people

0%

Household Income

0-50k

25%

50-100k

25%

100-150k

22%

150-200k

14%

200k+

13%

Age

0-10

2%

10-20

2%

20-45

45%

45-65

24%

65+

28%

Getting Around South Waterfront Portland

South Waterfront Portland Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

21%

15-30 Mins

50%

30-40 Mins

16%

40-60 Mins

7%

60+ Mins

6%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 8282

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 2 of 2 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 2 of 2 renters

Percentage: 9696

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 2 of 2 renters

Percentage: 7171

Transit Score®

They Are Located Near Public Transportation

Yes

Say 2 of 2 renters

Top Scores: Grocery, Restaurant, Coffee

Things To Do In South Waterfront Portland

Top Score

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. An average number of grocery stores
  3. A standard number of grocery stores compared to areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

South Waterfront Portland serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 48% more restaurants than average
  3. 37% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in South Waterfront Portland.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 61% more coffee shops than average
  3. 53% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. South Waterfront Portland is running dry.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 31% more bars and clubs than average
  3. Far fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in South Waterfront Portland.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. An average number of parks
  3. A standard number of parks compared to areas of a similar size

Childcare

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

South Waterfront Portland is low on childcare options so get on the waiting list early.

  1. A high number of daycares per resident
  2. 73% more daycares than average
  3. 36% more daycares than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The retail inventory is low in South Waterfront Portland.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. An average number of shops
  3. A standard number of shops compared to areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. An average number of gyms
  3. A standard number of gyms compared to areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

South Waterfront Portland could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 52% more pet facilities than average
  3. 70% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Theaters

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Hiding in the dressing room? South Waterfront Portland has a quiet theater scene.

  1. Few theaters per resident
  2. An average number of theaters
  3. A standard number of theaters compared to areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. An average number of fine art centers
  3. A standard number of fine art centers compared to areas of a similar size

Amusement Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

In need of a lift: South Waterfront Portland is light on amusement parks.

  1. Few amusement parks per resident
  2. An average number of amusement parks
  3. A standard number of amusement parks compared to areas of a similar size

Hospitals

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Be patient when looking for a hospital around here.

  1. Few hospitals per resident
  2. An average number of hospitals
  3. A standard number of hospitals compared to areas of a similar size

Medical Care

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We have a bone to pick with this South Waterfront Portland's access to medical care.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 26% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. Far fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Honk if you see a gas station.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. An average number of gas stations
  3. A standard number of gas stations compared to areas of a similar size

South Waterfront Portland Education

Schools

Percentage: 2/52/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in South Waterfront Portland

10/10

Rieke Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

10/10

Abernethy Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

10/10

Llewellyn Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Ainsworth Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Grout Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

7/10

Buckman Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

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All About

Living in Portland, OR

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Getting to Know South Waterfront, OR

South Waterfront is a vibrant, dense, mixed-use community in a high-rise district south of downtown. This bike-friendly area is along the Willamette River. It provides professionals, couples and families stunning views of Portland from their two-story, high priced condos. Good news is that price tag comes with easy access to the MAX, green spaces, a weekly farmer's market and good seafood dining options. You also are near the aerial tram, which carries commuters to and from the Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU) Center.

South Waterfront is a vibrant, dense, mixed-use community in a high-rise district south of downtown. This bike-friendly area is along the Willamette River. It provides professionals, couples and families stunning views of Portland from their two-story, high priced condos. Good news is that price tag comes with easy access to the MAX, green spaces, a weekly farmer's market and good seafood dining options. You also are near the aerial tram, which carries commuters to and from the Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU) Center.

South Waterfront is a metropolitan neighborhood that is very renter-friendly, with 57% of residents renting their homes. For renters who prefer a calm neighborhood, less than half of households have kids. Residents are well-educated, with many having professional degrees. There are a variety of transportation options in this area. While you'll probably prefer to have a car, you may not need it for everything. The average commute in this neighborhood takes about 25 minutes.