3.2 out of 10

Glen Fair

45.5221187484588 -122.503957158241
Great for
  • Parks & Recreation
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Not great for
  • Pest Free
  • Gym & Fitness
  • Parking
  • Childcare
  • Internet Access
Who lives here?
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Singles
  • Students
  •  

Reviews

2/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 2/5
  • Safe & Sound 2/5
  • Clean & Green 2/5
  • Peace & Quiet 3/5
  • Eating Out 2/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 3/5
  • Shopping Options 2/5
  • Schools 2/5
2yrs+

"Affordable Housing in East Portland"

For those looking to live outside Portland where affordable housing is available then Glenfair might be a good choice. Located in East Portland, near Gresham, this neighborhood has a variety of older, fixer-upper homes available in average neighborhoods. Unfortunately, crime can be an issue, and Glenfair elementary school gets mixed reviews from parents and state alike.

There is a lack of a real neighborhood center, as there are not many stores nor restaurants available. A car really is necessary for shopping and commuting purposes, but you are close to everything thanks to major streets that run through Glenfair. There is a nice park with plenty of space for sporting activities and the Glendoveer Golf Course is a very nice course with affordable rates.
Pros
  • Affordable housing
  • Golf course
Cons
  • Not many shops or restaurants
  • School is poorly rated
  • Traffic
Recommended for
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
2/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 2/5
  • Safe & Sound 2/5
  • Clean & Green 3/5
  • Pest Free 2/5
  • Peace & Quiet 2/5
  • Eating Out 3/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 3/5
  • Shopping Options 3/5
  • Gym & Fitness 3/5
  • Internet Access 4/5
  • Lack of Traffic 3/5
  • Parking 3/5
  • Cost of Living 4/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 3/5
  • Public Transport 4/5
  • Medical Facilities 3/5
  • Schools 2/5
  • Childcare 4/5
2yrs+

"You Can Find Lower Cost Homes in Glenfair"

Glenfair is an East Portland neighborhood that is very near the suburb of Gresham. Often people gravitate to this area because it is still in Portland, but it has very low cost housing options. On the plus side, there are a variety of types of homes as well. One perk to Glenfair is that there is a variety of shopping in this region. It also is very easy to get from Glenfair to SE Portland (where many more interesting things are going on!) It borders on Burnside Blvd, which residents can easily take to SE Portland and then right over the Burnside Bridge to downtown.

Glenfair tends to be less green than other Portland areas. You won't see, for example, as many pretty trees lining the streets. However, it does have Glenfair Park, which is about 5 acres. The park includes a soccer field, and an off-leash dog area. Perhaps surprisingly, Glenfair is home to a golf course called the Glendoveer Golf Course. As a result, it could be ideal for someone who wants a low cost home very close to golfing.

Unfortunately, Glenfair does have a bit of a crime issue. In addition to car thefts, there are also burglaries, larcenies and robberies throughout the neighborhood.
Pros
  • Golf course
  • Affordable housing
  • Major streets make for easy commute
  • Nice park
Cons
  • Traffic
  • Not many shops or restaurants
  • School is poorly rated
Recommended for
  • Singles
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Students
2/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 2/5
  • Safe & Sound 2/5
  • Clean & Green 2/5
  • Pest Free 2/5
  • Peace & Quiet 2/5
  • Eating Out 2/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 3/5
  • Shopping Options 2/5
  • Gym & Fitness 2/5
  • Internet Access 2/5
  • Lack of Traffic 3/5
  • Parking 2/5
  • Cost of Living 3/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 3/5
  • Public Transport 2/5
  • Medical Facilities 3/5
  • Schools 2/5
  • Childcare 2/5
2yrs+

"Affordable Housing In This Suburban Neighborhood"

Glenfair, in far East Portland, next to the suburb of Gresham, is a suburban area known for affordable housing. Because this area is far away from the city center, home prices tend to be lower, though there is a tradeoff in lack of access to amenities. Residents tend to be young single people, couples, and families renting apartments or modest homes.

As a sprawling suburban neighborhood, most residents are dependent on their cars. With that being said, other areas of the city are relatively easy to reach because several major streets, including Burnside and Glisan, run through the neighborhood. Though there aren't many shops or restaurants in Glenfair, there is a nice city park right in the center of the neighborhood that tends to be popular, especially during the summer.

Next to the park is the neighborhood elementary school, Glenfair Elementary, which is a below-average school with many English language learners. Some parents move to a more expensive area of Portland as their children reach school age so that they can attend a better school.

Overall, it's affordable but doesn't have much going for it other than that. Many areas of Portland offer better amenities and better schools and aren't much more expensive.
Pros
  • Affordable housing
  • Nice park
  • Major streets make for easy commute
Cons
  • School is poorly rated
  • Not many shops or restaurants
Recommended for
  • Singles
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees

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