Portland, OR

Kerns

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$199K - $3.93M
For Sale on Trulia:
17 homes
Rent:
$925 - $14.02K
For Rent on Trulia:
370 homes
To Downtown Portland:
14 minutes
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What Locals Say about Kerns

At least 26 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 98 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 97 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say parking is easy

  • 42 % Say kids play outside

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 39 % Say car is needed

  • 35 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Lexi Neame
    "I drive to work but used to bike and both are fine. drive to city is easy across the bridge. Parking can be tight around my building"
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  • Lexi Neame
    "So many dogs live here. It’s a great source of community and connection. There are some lovely parks and also a high school field great for play - good dogs and responsible owners. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's all good. cafes have dog water bowls. there are fields in nearby Laurel Hurst and parks where dogs can play, and at Buckman school. voodoos second home is here. Portland tennis center, two rock climbing gyms. a few breweries some of the apartment buildings have their own in facility dog runs and pee fake turf that has a water cleaning feature."
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  • Trulia User
    "Its a very eclectic neighborhood and could be a lovely place to raise kids . There’s lots of other kids in the neighborhood as well. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s great that it’s close to waterfront/ eastern esplanade and revolution hl dog park. Con would be all the homeless, crime, trash and poop on the ground. "
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  • Elenahein
    "My commute is to my kitchen, so about as quick as it could possibly be! Very close to downtown and adjacent neighborhoods "
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  • Mariia
    "Lots of dog owners. Some don’t pick up after their dogs. Lots of fall walkers distracted by their phones while walking. "
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  • SeanPDX
    "Awesome walkable and bikeable neighborhood. Lots of parks. Close to downtown and eastside and north neighborhoods. Very central. Great vibrant mix of options. "
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  • Amrosetad
    "It’s close to Laurelhurst Park and coffee shops and bars. Vibrant and also residential area. It’s a safe area but there are a lot of wander’s, mostly harmless. "
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  • Katy K.
    "We live in such a great area close to everything. Restaurants, little shops and several grocery stores are within walking distance! Plus, we love our neighbors. "
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  • Lfb
    "It's a friendly neighborhood with charming older houses and almost everything you need in walking distance."
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  • Bob
    "Awesome Laurelhurst Elementary School. Close to all the cool shops. I really like all the mature trees in the area. Super pet friendly with Laurelhurst Dog Park and Oregon Park within walking distance. "
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