Neighborhood Profile: Historic Alphabet District in NW Portland
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Jun 12, 2013
The Northwest District is a unique blend of retail and residential in the Northwest section of Portland. Craftsman and Old Portland-style houses co-mingle with grand old apartment buildings and sleek new condominiums, within walking distance of an extensive array of restaurants, bars, and shops....
Explore Sherwood this summer
Posted by Nicole DeCosta on Jun 6, 2013
We think Robin Hood himself would agree – Sherwood is full of adventure. Explore the city this summer and learn why Renaissance Homes continues to build environmentally friendly homes in the family-friendly city. The 26-lot Renaissance at Rychlick Farm neighborhood recently opened off SW Edy...
Top 10 things to do in Lake Oswego this June
Posted by Nicole DeCosta on Jun 3, 2013
It’s June and summertime has arrived to the beautiful city hugging Oswego Lake. It’s time to get out and celebrate and there are plenty of activities on tap this month. Renaissance Homes enjoys building homes in the vibrant city filled with culture. Our headquarters is also located here. Here...
Neighborhood Profile: Artsy & fun in Alberta Arts District
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Nov 26, 2012
Alberta Arts, a neighborhood with beautiful homes and a thriving arts community. Everywhere you look, from coffee shops and restaurants to clothing boutiques are filled with local artists showcasing their work. For the most part, art is displayed in stores, rather than in galleries for artists to...
10 neighborhood homebuyer magnets
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Nov 25, 2012
John Donne wrote that “No man is an island.” If he had been a real-estate broker, rather than a 17th-century English poet, he might have added that no house is, either. Context is everything, and neighborhoods matter. According to a National Association of Realtors survey released in...
Portland Ranked 8th Best City to Trick or Treat
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Oct 30, 2012
Kids love it – the candy, the costumes, the laughter and the fun. It’s Halloween! Zillow recently announced its top Trick or Treat Towns for 2012 and Portland made the Top 10! San Francisco Boston Honolulu Seattle San Jose Chicago Los Angeles Portland Philadelphia Washington These...
First ever non-profit bar opening in Woodlawn
Posted by Rachael Modrcin on Aug 22, 2012
When construction started for our new Ainsworth on NE Dean, we were excited to become a part of such a unique, up-and-coming neighborhood. We couldn’t have picked a better time to do so either, as the neighborhood is about to make history with the opening of the first ever non-profit bar....
Pearl District Named To Top Public Spaces Around World
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Aug 14, 2012
Every community needs a commons where people can gather as friends, neighbors and citizens. This can be a grand public square, a humbleMain Streetor a vacant lot with a few handmade benches where locals sit down for conversation. Or even a bridge, beach or bus station, as the examples...
Lake Oswego Named To 10 Best Towns For Families
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Jul 9, 2012
Lake Oswego is one of Family Circle’s 10 Best Towns for Families. The communities featured in the magazine’s annual roundup of perfect places to call home combine affordable housing, good neighbors, green spaces, strong public school systems and giving spirits. The results of the comprehensive...
Portland: #2 City to Live Car Free
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Nov 11, 2011
Several factors make a city easy to live in without a car. The most important one is a widely available and efficient public transportation system. Another is having daily amenities, such as groceries, shopping, schools and entertainment, nearby and within easy reach on foot or by bicycling. The...
Neighborhood Profile: Lively eateries in Buckman
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Oct 3, 2011
The location, the nature, as well as the local businesses and schools make Buckman one of the most popular neighborhoods in the Portland area. The quiet residential streets, with the close proximity to an abundance of local shops, gives this neighborhood the best of both worlds. The Buckman...
Neighborhood Profile: Thriving in Multnomah Village
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Sep 22, 2011
When buying a home, most homebuyers look for the perfect location: a blend of a serene neighborhood, with easy access to restaurants and other essential businesses. Multnomah has the perfect mix of these two standards. Multnomah Village is a business center with a variety of thriving local...
Piedmont Neighborhood Profile: Friendly & Rosey
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Sep 5, 2011
Piedmont is known as a friendly neighborhood. The locals say that in this neighborhood, people are more inclined to talk to one another at their local coffee shop and greet their neighbors by name. The age difference also encompasses the friendly feel of the neighborhood. There is not a distinct...
Neighborhood Profile: Fun and funky Hawthorne
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Aug 29, 2011
Hawthorne is well known as a fun and funky neighborhood in the Portland area. It has also become a hot spot for entertainment. The district is filled with unique coffee shops, bars and antique shops that one would be unable to find anywhere else. With the great nightlife in this neighborhood,...
University Park Neighborhood Profile: Close-in and quiet
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Aug 23, 2011
University Park is known as a quiet area with residents who love to get out and enjoy the outdoors. University Park has a few coffee shops and other local businesses, but is mainly a small town with most of its area covered with parks and residential areas. The 13 minute drive to downtown Portland...
Alameda Neighborhood Profile: A Promenade of Trees
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Aug 3, 2011
The name “Alameda” stems from the Spanish word for cottonwood tree: “Alamo.” It specifically means a public walk or promenade lined with poplar trees. To this day, Alameda lives up to its name as a neighborhood with streets lined with trees. The Alameda neighborhood was established in 1859...
Sellwood Neighborhood Profile: Eclectic & Historical
Posted by Kelly Asmus on Jul 21, 2011
Sellwood was established in May 1882 when 321 acres was purchased from a pioneer named John Sellwood. Five years later, Sellwood had almost 100 homes, three stores, a church and a school. Eleven years later in 1893, Sellwood was annexed into the city of Portland. Street cars were a major part of...
