Sellwood-Moreland

Sellwood is a close-knit neighborhood with many turn-of-the-century Victorian homes that have been lovingly restored. It is located just over the Willamette River across the historic Sellwood Bridge from downtown Portland. Sellwood is a great place to go antiquing, with more than 50 antique stores that have “collected” themselves along 13th Street in the heart of the neighborhood. Surrounded by stately oak trees along the banks of the Willamette River is Oaks Park; home to the largest roller skating rink in the Pacific Northwest. Skaters glide across the floor to the live music of a Wurlitzer pipe organ. The park also has a small amusement park that has been entertaining local children since 1905. North of Oaks Park is Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, a 160-acre bird and wildlife sanctuary which attracts over 125 bird species, including blue herons. The Springwater Corridor, a popular trail for bicyclists, walkers, and joggers winds through the refuge alongside the Willamette River.

From Sellwood going east you transition to Westmoreland, the very popular neighborhood for young families and professionals looking for a close to downtown location with a “down-home” and local neighborhood atmosphere. Westmoreland is a classic example of Portland’s signature style of having a small neighborhood identity centered on a community commercial hub and balanced by parks - all with easy, walkable access.