Southwest Portland

Southwest Portland is generally considered the area west of the Willamette River and south of downtown Portland. It includes popular neighborhoods such as Kings Heights, Portland Heights, Hillsdale, Bridlemile Multnomah Village, and Gabriel Park. This area offers urban and suburban living, with easy access to downtown Portland and the Portland State University campus.

South Portland, on the other hand, includes the neighborhoods south of downtown Portland and is bounded by the Willamette River to the east and I-5/Terwilliger Blvd to the west. Key neighborhoods in this area include the South Waterfront, Lair Hill, Johns Landing, and Dunthorpe. This area offers a mix of residential and commercial properties, including waterfront condos and historic homes.