Name: Gresham Butte
Address: Gresham

About the neighborhood

Gresham Butte offers a tranquil atmosphere with predominantly single detached homes built between the 1960s and 1990s, creating a charming and cohesive neighborhood character. Streets in this area remain calm and peaceful, providing a restful environment. The neighborhood features convenient bicycle infrastructure that supports alternative transportation options. Residents have access to around ten nearby public green spaces, including Springwater Woods and Regner Flood Plain, perfect for outdoor activities and recreation. A selection of bus lines serves the area, with bus stops typically found close by. This neighborhood’s predominantly larger homes offer comfortable living environments with spacious layouts.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are a very good transportation option in this part of Gresham. Parking is generally easy. On the other hand, the public transit service in this part of the city is not very accessible. Nevertheless, there is Gresham Central TC MAX Station on the MAX Blue Line. There are a few bus lines passing through the neighborhood, and the nearest bus stop is typically around the corner. Gresham Butte is not very well-suited for pedestrians as few daily needs can be met without a vehicle. On the other hand, Gresham Butte is reasonably bike-friendly.

Services

It is rarely practical for property owners in this area to do their groceries as pedestrians. However, those who like to eat in restaurants will have a fair number of opportunities, and there are also a few coffee shops in this part of the city. With respect to education, locals may find it difficult to get to high schools and primary schools without a car.

Character

People who prefer a slower-paced environment will enjoy Gresham Butte. It is very easy to access parks from a lot of locations within the neighborhood, since there are around 40 of them nearby for residents to unwind in, including Gresham Woods Natural Area and Regner Flood Plain. This part of the city is also great for those who enjoy quiet surroundings, as the streets are generally very tranquil.

Car friendly8.6

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

Cycling friendly6.0

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.8

Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.4

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.0

Some groceries within a short drive