Antiques, bungalows, and the best river access in the city.
Sellwood-Moreland sits at the southern tip of Southeast Portland, hugging the Willamette River with a quiet confidence that newer neighborhoods can only aspire to. The streets are lined with early-20th-century craftsman bungalows and Victorian cottages, many of them lovingly restored by owners who understood what they had. Sellwood Boulevard is the commercial spine — a walkable stretch of antique shops, independent restaurants, and coffee houses that feels more small-town Oregon than big-city Portland.
The neighborhood draws families for its excellent schools, the sprawling Sellwood Park and Riverfront Park, and a genuine sense of community that shows up at block parties and the Saturday farmers market. Moreland, the quieter residential half, offers larger lots and a slightly more suburban feel without sacrificing the walkability that makes the whole area so livable.
Real estate here is some of the most stable in Portland. Homes hold their value because demand consistently outpaces supply — buyers who discover Sellwood rarely consider anywhere else.
The marker shows the neighborhood center. Naomi's local favorites are listed below.
The places that make Sellwood-Moreland worth living in.
James Beard-nominated Indonesian food. One of Portland's best.
Neighborhood institution. Cozy, unpretentious, great espresso.
Wide open green space right on the Willamette. Perfect for dogs and kids.
Massive multi-dealer antique mall — the anchor of Sellwood's antique row.
Urban wildlife refuge with herons, trails, and a genuine sense of escape.
Vietnamese-French fusion in a beautiful space. A neighborhood gem.
Source: Walk Score. Scores reflect walkability, transit access, and bike infrastructure.
Sellwood-Moreland
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