Russell

Russell is a very nice suburban community located in NE Portland. Filled with a mixture of affordable homes, built in the mid century and custom built higher end homes, you will find that this is a very well kept neighborhood populated by families who desire to live on tree lined streets and quiet cul-de-sacs. Neighbors seem friendly, but also respect privacy. Once homeowners move here, they rarely seem to leave.

With easy access to downtown as Russell is close to I-84, residents here find that a car is necessary to travel for shopping and entertainment. There are several local parks and organized community activities as well as a community garden.

The Russell area is a fairly pricey neighborhood located just south of I-84 and east of Parkrose Heights. While this area isn't too close to downtown, it still has a fair amount of shopping, entertainment and commerce. There are some nice established homes throughout the area. Also included in Russell is the Glendoveer Golf Course. This makes this area a good pick for golf lovers. There are two 18 hole courses at the Glendoveer and it is fairly affordable to play. Also Russell has some small parks including the John Luby Park, East Holladay Park and Merrifield Park. For those interested in community gardening, Russell is quite near the Hazelwood Community gardens.

This part of town is pretty safe, although some thefts from autos have been reported. You do see a lot of families and people in this part of town seem happy overall. There aren't too many restaurants, but there is a Chang's Mongolian Grill, which seems to be pretty popular. There is also a steakhouse/lounge called the Refectory.

The University of Western States is located in Russell, so some students do live in this area. However, this school is dedicated to programs like massage therapy and chiropractic work, so don't worry about roving frat boys. Plus, there really aren't many apartments or low income options. It is mostly established homes that tend to be on the pricier side.

An affluent neighborhood just south of I84 in Northeast Portland, Russell is known as a quiet residential community. Most areas are suburban, though a few of the busier streets feel more urban. Quiet and unassuming, Russell appeals to those who don't need a 'hip' or 'trendy' address, but do need a neighborhood with easy access to everything they need.

Residents here are dependent on their cars, though there are some nice shopping areas along Halsey Road and 122nd, including some great restaurants. Neighborhood streets are safe for walkers, though I wouldn't try to walk along the major thoroughfares, which are too busy.

There are several nice parks here, including Thompson City Park and John Luby Park. Glendoveer Golf Course is located just south of Russell.

Settled in the 1950s and 1960s, Russel is inhabited mainly by older married couples, with or without kids. It seems family-friendly; you're as likely to see kids riding bikes as you are to see retirees out for an afternoon walk. This older, established neighborhood has many old-timers; people don't seem to move out of Russell once they are here. Residents tend to be established professionals who can afford to own a home here; there isn't much in the way of apartments or rentals.