Marshall Park

Like neighboring Markham, Marshall Park is an ideal location for those that want to live in a peaceful, relaxing community, yet be close to downtown Portland for all of its amenities. Located in SW Portland, this is a perfect area to experience the great outdoors as there are many outstanding parks, including the popular Marshall Park. At over 25 acres, this park has several hiking trails under lush greenery that makes you feel you are miles away.

Like most neighborhoods, Marshall Park has various home styles, so you won’t find any cookie cutter neighborhoods. Mostly filled with families, or those that enjoy a more laid back lifestyle, Marshall Park offers a traditional suburban lifestyle with a bit of rural thrown in. Don't look for big shopping or dining opportunities In Marshall Park, but they are all close by.

Marshall Park is similar to some of its SW Portland neighbors like the Markham neighborhood and Marshall Creek neighborhood in that residents feel much more like they are living in the suburbs than in the city. This area is very quiet and safe with dense trees and hills. Marshall Park offers even more nature than some SW Portland areas, as it is neighbors on Tryon Creek State Park. This is quite an impressive area, and, in fact, the only national park in Oregon! The neighborhood also includes the Jensen Natural area. While this park is only about 2 acres, it stands out for its quiet setting and beautiful trees. Undoubtedly, those who love natural settings will appreciate Marshall Park.

Another thing that Marshall Park has in common with many other SW Portland areas, is that there isn't much in the way of shopping and restaurants. Since this area is so close to Lewis and Clark College, there is a bit of nearby infrastructure including a few coffeeshops and yoga studios. Residents will find some of what they need on nearby Barbur Blvd. Barbur has some grocery stores and restaurants nearby.

The homes in Marshall Park tend to be expensive and upscale. It is perfect for well-off families and those who want all the benefits of a quiet escape from the city that is still close to downtown.

The Southwest Portland neighborhood of Marshall Park offers plenty of green spaces. In addition to the namesake park located within the neighborhood itself, Marshall Park is also home to Jensen Natural area, with Maricara Natural Area just off the southeast corner of the neighborhood, and the very large Tryon Creek State Park just off the southwest corner.

Marshall Park is a great place to hike, with miles of trails cutting through the wilderness. Marshall Park sits within a canyon created by Tryon Creek, and features a waterfall, amazing stone bridge, and lots of other natural features to explore.

This is a strictly residential community; there are no stores or restaurants within Marshall Park itself, though residents don't seem to mind the lack of commercial development.

Homes surrounding the park have a decidedly suburban feeling. This sparsely populated neighborhood leaves plenty of land between neighbors, and seems worlds away from the denser urban communities closer to the city center. Because of the amount of space between homes here, it doesn't seem like the type of place where neighbors know each other. Typical residents are wealthier than the average Portland resident, since homes here tend to be pricy. Marshall Park appeals to professionals with kids and to older couples who prefer a more rural neighborhood.