Southwest Portland, home to sprawling Washington Park, the Oregon Zoo, the World Forestry Center, and the Portland Children's Museum, offers some of the best views -and values -in the city. Steeped in history and small town charm, there's something for everyone here, from young professionals on the way up to baby boomers looking for more open space to families who appreciate schools, parks, shops, and dining all within walking distance.

Just an easy 5 to 10-minute commute from downtown is Arlington Heights, located above Washington Park and Portland's famous Rose Garden, and offering spectacular views of Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Hood. Sharing many of those views - and the hills that provide them - is the family-friendly neighborhood of Portland Heights, offering meandering walking trails and some of the largest and most charming homes in the city. Bridlemile is renowned for its schools, spacious lots, greenery and trees, and creeks that meander through the neighborhood. Offering very affordable 1940s cape cods, traditional, and ranch-style homes, Burlingame is a friendly enclave ideal for growing families. For those who prefer to live among a little more activity, the historic Multnomah Village offers residents wooded yards just down the street from coffee shops, toy stores, and art galleries.