About the neighborhood

Aloha is a peaceful neighborhood known for its calm atmosphere and tranquil streets. The community offers convenient access to about 30 nearby green spaces, providing ample areas for outdoor relaxation. Residents benefit from a variety of housing options, with many single detached homes built between the 1960s and 1990s, including an abundance of three-bedroom residences. Educational needs are well supported by nearby public and private schools, catering to different grade levels. Transportation is enhanced by a reasonably good cycling infrastructure, making bicycle travel within the community smooth and practical. Parking is easy, and several bus lines serve most areas with stops close to residences.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are a reasonably good medium of transportation in Aloha. Parking is generally easy. However, commuting by public transit is difficult in Aloha. Nonetheless, residents can rely on various rapid transit stations with access to the MAX Blue Line. There are a few bus lines crossing the community, and it is straightforward to find a nearby bus stop from most houses. The bike is a good method of transportation in Aloha as the cycling network is good. Getting around as a pedestrian is not particularly convenient for house buyers in Aloha because few common errands can be run without a car.

Services

Residents will welcome that wherever their property is situated in this community, primary as well as high schools are nearby. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. With respect to food, the closest supermarket in Aloha is usually only a rather short distance away. Furthermore, Aloha is a fairly good place in which to go out to eat, and a limited selection of cafes can be found as well.

Character

Aloha has a character that caters to a fairly diverse group of people. Although the atmosphere is not the most lively in this part of the Portland metropolitan area finding one of the about 10 nightlife venues is easy as they are generally located a short distance away. Aloha is wonderful for those who enjoy quiet surroundings, as the streets tend to be very peaceful. There are over 350 green spaces close by for residents to relax in, like Paula Jean Powerline Park and Lowami Hart Woods Natural Area, and they are very well-situated, which makes it easy to access them.

Car friendly6.8

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.8

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly2.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.4

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries6.6

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance