Far Southwest
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Great for
- Clean & Green
- Neighborly Spirit
- Parks & Recreation
- Peace & Quiet
- Pest Free
Not great for
- Eating Out
- Gym & Fitness
- Shopping Options
- Lack of Traffic
- Nightlife
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Families with kids
- Retirees
- Students
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Far Southwest
rating details
2yrs+
- Neighborly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Parking
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Yes, it Really is Far Southwest!"
The name of this neighborhood is fairly unimaginative. Yes, it is far Southwest ! This neighborhood really is far West. In fact, it is further West than even Lake Oswego. It is closer to Tigard. Not surprisingly, it really feels like the suburbs. It is a bit hard to believe that Far Southwest is technically still part of the city. You can find some various home styles, including some homes with good views. The area is relatively quiet and safe.
While this Portland locale may be somewhat forgotten, it still has a lot to offer. One major plus is that is right off of I-5. This means that you can get virtually anywhere in Portland fairly quickly if there isn't any traffic. In fact, downtown is only about 10 minutes away. However, on the down side, there can be some noise and pollution from the highway.
There is some greenery in Far Southwest, as it has the Lesser City Park, which is about 8 acres. This park has some nice paths and trees.
This area is definitely good for students, as it hosts the Portland Community College Sylvania Campus. This campus is quite pretty and built within some Douglas Fir forests. The campus does host some interesting activities. For example, the Winter Pow Wow attracts Native Americans for a variety of festivities.
While this Portland locale may be somewhat forgotten, it still has a lot to offer. One major plus is that is right off of I-5. This means that you can get virtually anywhere in Portland fairly quickly if there isn't any traffic. In fact, downtown is only about 10 minutes away. However, on the down side, there can be some noise and pollution from the highway.
There is some greenery in Far Southwest, as it has the Lesser City Park, which is about 8 acres. This park has some nice paths and trees.
This area is definitely good for students, as it hosts the Portland Community College Sylvania Campus. This campus is quite pretty and built within some Douglas Fir forests. The campus does host some interesting activities. For example, the Winter Pow Wow attracts Native Americans for a variety of festivities.
Pros
- Quiet
- Nice views
- Away from hustle and bustle
- Comfortable suburban community
- Lesser Park
Cons
- Car dependent
- Interstate 5 can be noisy
- Lack of shopping and dining
Recommended for
- Professionals
- Families with kids
- Students
Far Southwest
rating details
2yrs+
- Neighborly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Parking
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Suburban Residential Neighborhood Anchored by PCC Campus"
Far Southwest is a Portland neighborhood located just north of the wealthy suburb of Lake Oswego. It's best-known as the home of Portland Community College's Sylvania Campus, which takes up most of the neighborhood. It feels comfortable and safe here.
Lesser Park, also located within Far Southwest Portland, has acres and acres of wildlife habitat, along with beautiful hiking trails traversing streams, woods, and open green spaces. There's plenty to explore here!
Other than the PCC campus and park, there aren't many amenities within the Far Southwest neighborhood itself, though they are available in neighboring areas. Residents tend to drive elsewhere in the city for shopping, dining, and professional services.
The rest of the neighborhood consists mainly of homes built from the 1940s to the 1970s. They tend to be sprawling homes on large lots. These established neighborhoods are very family-friendly and offer homes in a range of style. Residents range from young families to established professionals to retirees.
Far Southwest has a nice suburban feeling that seems worlds away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. If you're looking for a very quiet neighborhood, look for a house situated away from Interstate 5, which runs along the western and northern edges of the neighborhood.
Lesser Park, also located within Far Southwest Portland, has acres and acres of wildlife habitat, along with beautiful hiking trails traversing streams, woods, and open green spaces. There's plenty to explore here!
Other than the PCC campus and park, there aren't many amenities within the Far Southwest neighborhood itself, though they are available in neighboring areas. Residents tend to drive elsewhere in the city for shopping, dining, and professional services.
The rest of the neighborhood consists mainly of homes built from the 1940s to the 1970s. They tend to be sprawling homes on large lots. These established neighborhoods are very family-friendly and offer homes in a range of style. Residents range from young families to established professionals to retirees.
Far Southwest has a nice suburban feeling that seems worlds away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. If you're looking for a very quiet neighborhood, look for a house situated away from Interstate 5, which runs along the western and northern edges of the neighborhood.
Pros
- Comfortable suburban community
- Lesser Park
- Away from hustle and bustle
Cons
- Lack of shopping and dining
- Interstate 5 can be noisy
- Car dependent
Recommended for
- Professionals
- Families with kids
- Retirees
