Portland's most beautiful planned neighborhood, built around a park.
Laurelhurst is the neighborhood that Portland real estate agents use as a benchmark. Developed in the early 1900s as a planned residential community, it was designed around Laurelhurst Park — a 26-acre National Historic Landmark with a duck pond, old-growth trees, and tennis courts. The streets curve gently around the park, lined with some of the finest craftsman bungalows, Tudor revivals, and colonial revivals in the city.
The housing stock here is exceptional. Homes are large by Portland standards, lots are generous, and the neighborhood association has maintained strict standards for decades. Laurelhurst is not the place to find a fixer-upper — most homes are well-maintained and priced accordingly. It's also not the most walkable neighborhood in SE Portland, but the park makes up for a lot.
Buyers who choose Laurelhurst tend to stay. The combination of architectural quality, park access, and neighborhood stability makes it one of the most coveted addresses in Portland.
The marker shows the neighborhood center. Naomi's local favorites are listed below.
The places that make Laurelhurst worth living in.
National Historic Landmark. Duck pond, old-growth trees, tennis courts.
Acclaimed butcher shop and steakhouse. One of Portland's best.
Neighborhood coffee house with a loyal following.
Portland's best independent grocery. Excellent prepared foods.
Historic cinema showing independent and classic films.
Whole-grain sourdough bakery. Worth the trip.
Source: Walk Score. Scores reflect walkability, transit access, and bike infrastructure.
Laurelhurst
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