Where warehouses and rail yards once thrived, now sits a bustling urban oasis with art galleries, businesses, and upscale high-rises. Formerly known as the Northwest Industrial Triangle, Pearl holds a multitude of modern conveniences minutes from Downtown Portland.
The neighborhood is northwest of Portland State University, right on the banks of the Willamette River. Powell’s City of Books is an iconic multi-level bookstore in Pearl, close to Blue Sky Gallery, bars, and boutiques.
Beer abounds in Pearl – locals enjoy friendly conversations at 10 Barrel Brewing and Deschutes Brewery Portland Public House. Many green spaces make up this community, including Fields Park and its off-leash dog run. Jamison Square is a well-landscaped square with a large fountain near cozy cafes.