Parkrose Homes & Real Estate

ALL ABOUT

You can happily find everything you need in the Parkrose neighborhood. Benefits range from an excellent independent school district to large commercial, dining, and entertainment districts. Beginning as heavily timbered farmland, Parkrose has flourished in its 50+ years of existence as an industrial area that also offers an appealing and modest residential alternative to the inner Eastside.

LOCATION

The Parkrose neighborhood is located in East Portland, bordered by the Sumner, Argay and Parkrose Heights neighborhoods. It offers excellent access to Interstate 205, making Downtown Portland just a matter of minutes away. Portland International Airport is also a short distance away, being very convenient for business travelers and commuters.

PARKROSE REAL ESTATE & HOME STYLES

Parkrose is full of ranches and Portland style old bungalows with the occasional four square and modern traditional home.

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

Hosted by the East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District, the Annual Native Plant Sale was started to inspire community residents and businesses to keep the neighborhood green. You can learn about which native plants are appropriate for your yard and property to help you make the right decisions about which plants to purchase. There are also Native Plant Workshops available to teach the community about new and ongoing large-scale projects for rural properties and restoration. This event is perfect for the wildlife friend in everyone!

Open from May through October, the Parkrose Farmers Market is dedicated to supporting locals in the heart of East Portland. Look for arts and crafts, fresh veggies, jams and jellies and honey…all to make your mouth water. Live entertainment attracts customers from neighboring communities also, and spirits are always high. Maybe you’re looking for an inexpensive way to start your own garden; there’s seeds and nursery stock for sale too.

Parkrose Festival & Cruise-In
Located on the main street of Sandy Boulevard, this annual event raises scholarship funds for Parkrose High School Seniors and enhancement projects in the Parkrose business district. Take the family to check out local vendors, grab a bite to eat, and admire around 100 classic and vintage vehicles, one of which takes home the coveted Best-In-Show trophy.

FAVORITE RESTAURANTS

The Refectory

Featuring three full bars, 168-seat dining room, and a daylight 350-seat banquet hall, The Refectory has been serving the community since 1968 and the owners give full credit to their employees providing quality and friendly service and the loyalty of their customers. This steak house lives up to the name with their prime rib, and their shrimp is excellent too. Prices are reasonable, the clientele is varied in their age groups, and if you become a favored regular you just might be invited to their annual Customer Appreciation Party (started 20 years ago) to raise hordes of non-perishable food items for the Oregon Food Bank.

Unique is the best way to describe El Indio Mexican Restaurant. Their walls are covered with amazing colorful murals, hanging flower baskets are everywhere and the menu is impressive. The combination of authentic Mexican cuisine and personable and prompt waiters will make this a go-to destination for a great dining experience. The staff is very knowledgeable about the dishes and can help you decide if you’re a first timer. And don’t forget to check out the funny and ridiculous wall of birthday photos, or have yours put up there!

This family owned cozy restaurant serves not only perfectly cut and fresh sushi, but they also fill out their menu with expertly prepared Korean dishes, like their homemade kimchee. If you like a lot of spicy flavor try the fire roll, or take delight in the generous helping of wasabi on the sushi. Customers are extremely loyal thanks to the incredibly friendly staff and reasonable prices, and love the authentic Japanese setting and service.

 

 

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