gate Ave., on the east by SE 39th Ave. and to the south by SE Eedway, SE Steele and a line south of SE Insley and SE Harold Ct., the neighborhood may be small in size – but it’s big on culture.
Reed features upscale homes on streets lined with old growth trees. Residents enjoy close proximity to Trader Joe’s, a ZipCar location, the Reed College campus and Eastmoreland Golf Course.
Reed is home to light industrial and commercial businesses – floor and cabinetry shops, stone masons, auto repair shops, etc. – but also quiet residential streets. Enjoy the walkability to schools, churches, shopping destinations and parks such as the protected natural wetland habitat of the Reed Lake and Crystal Springs Creek.
Boasting a few original farmhouses, the neighborhood’s mid-century architectural Cape Cod bungalows and modern ranches take center stage. Well-manicured yards, mature trees and flowering shrubs give this area mature color.
Be sure to also check out:
Gigantic Brewing Company: This independent, crafty brewery makes great IPA and seasonal beers. The tap room and lounge doesn’t serve food it does feature a patio and plenty of taxidermy art.
Fido’s Indoor Dog Park is 1/3 the size of a football field. Photo courtesy of: Oregonlive.com.
Fido’s Indoor Dog Park also features a pool for dogs only with a lifeguard on duty. Photo courtesy of: Oregonlive.com.
Fido’s Indoor Dog Park: This climate-controlled indoor community park and pool for dogs allows your pooch to enjoy wide open spaces to roam, swim and socialize. With tall trees, bushes, lush grass and colorful flowers, the indoor play space brings the best of the outdoors inside. Plus, dog owners can enjoy the comfortable seating areas with Wifi access throughout the park.
Naomi’s Organic Farm Supply: Dedicated to providing products to those who care about dirt, plants and animals, Naomi’s carries only non-GMO cover crop, herb, flower and vegetable seeds.
Brooklyn Preschool: This cooperative preschool was founded in 1971 with the belief that children and parents benefit from sharing in a learning atmosphere. Open-ended activities allow children to make choices in their work and play while engaging with other children.
Magic Burke: How about having a professional balloon artist in your neighborhood? Perfect for birthday parties and other gatherings, Magic Burke is also a magician and performs throughout Portland.
Sources: Wikipedia.org; ReedNeighborhood.org; PortlandOregon.gov; PortlandNeighborhood.com
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