About the neighborhood

Centennial offers a peaceful neighborhood characterized by tranquil streets and nearby green spaces such as Parklane Park, providing excellent outdoor options. This area features a variety of housing types, including single detached homes, duplexes, and small apartment buildings with many structures built from the 1960s to the 1980s, contributing to its welcoming charm. Residents can conveniently access multiple primary and secondary schools, both public and private, as well as supermarkets and a selection of restaurants and coffee shops. The neighborhood supports convenient movement by bicycle or car, with ample parking available, making daily routines smooth and accessible.

Characteristics

Transportation

Centennial is a fairly convenient part of Portland for pedestrians; many common errands can be run without a car. Centennial is also rather amenable to biking. Centennial is not an especially pleasant part of Portland for moving around by public transit. Nonetheless, commuters can rely on many rapid transit stations on the MAX Blue Line. There are a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far from most houses. On the other hand, moving around by car is convenient in Centennial. Coming across a parking spot is generally easy.

Services

The nearest grocery store in Centennial is typically only a reasonably short trip away. Moreover, there is typically a restaurant or cafe in close proximity. Property owners can find a fair number of clothing stores within a short distance. Concerning education, in Centennial, residents will generally be able to access both primary and secondary schools as pedestrians. House owners are served by public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level.

Character

Centennial is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this neighborhood. Even though the ambience is not the liveliest in this part of the city with its a few bars, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located around the corner. The noise levels in Centennial are very low, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. There are approximately 30 green spaces nearby for residents to relax in, like Lower Powell Butte Floodplain and Parklane Park, resulting in them being easy to access from most locations in this part of Portland.

Car friendly6.6

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

Cycling friendly6.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.2

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

Transit friendly3.4

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.8

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

Groceries7.6

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