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In reply to the discussion: Seriously considering returning to Portland; need input [View all]love_katz
(2,595 posts)I don't know about rent costs. My parents own my home...I could not afford to live here if I had to pay the full rent. (My income is way low. )
Connections to Tri-Met are very good. And, there are lots of shops and stores within walking distance.
Population in this hood tends to be a mix of young families, and retirees, working class and middle class. Will see if I can provide a link to the neighborhood association: www.rcpna.org
Also, St. Johns seems to be getting more shops and restaurants, etc.
And, Portland has a thriving food cart culture.
On the Tri-Met front, they are constructing a new bridge over the Willamette River, to carry the Max line, buses, and I think the street car as well. I think it is to connect with the new Max line which is going to connect the Milwaukee area to the rest of the town.
My cousin used to live in Southeast PDX, over near S.E. 41st ave. There are lots of shops and restaurants along S.E. Woodstock street.
Good luck to you, whatever you decide to do.