- Learn About Portland
- Research a Neighborhood or Property
- Green Living Resources
- Oregon Buyer’s Advisory
- HUD Guide to Financial Literacy
Learn About Portland
- www.portlandonline.com – The City of Portland website. Find out about neighborhoods, job opportunities, recycling, general stats and more here. Very comprehensive.
- www.portlandalliance.com – Portland business alliance website; doing business in Portland.
- www.oregonlive.com– The website of the Oregonian newspaper; local news, restaurant reviews and more.
- www.travelportland.com – The Portland Oregon Visitors Association site.
- www.trimet.org – Portland public transit; Max and Bus schedules, trip maps & more.
- www.flypdx.com – Portland international airport (PDX) website.
- www.oregonmetro.gov -Website of Portland’s regional goverment Metro. Metro handles many duties including land use, and recycling. Green living tips can also be found on this site.
Research a Neighborhood or Property
- www.portlandmaps.com – City of Portland sponsored site. Find property tax info, schools,crime maps, permit information on specific properties. A must see site for any property you are considering buying within PDX city limits.
- www.deq.state.or.us/lq/tanks/hot – Find information on underground oil
- oil tanks, decomissioning and more. Department of Environmental Quality site.
- www.portlandconnected.com – Learn about neighborhoods, how the city is laid out, and much more.
- www.walkscore.com – Rates “walkability” of local neighborhoods by property address; scores based on available shopping, parks, schools & services.
Green Living Resources
- www.portlandfarmersmarket.org – Farmers market schedules, maps & more.
- www.oeconline.org/resources/livinggreen – Oregon Environmental Council offers green living resources & tips.
- www.tolmanguide.geog.pdx.edu – A project of Portland State University that gives green living resources as varied as food gardening to car sharing.
- www.redirectguide.com – A directory of many of PDX’s sustainable & green businesses.
- www.mapmyride.com – A mapping site to help you find the best bike route from here to there.
- www.portlandparks.org – Portland Parks & Recreation site.
Oregon Buyer’s Advisory
Oregon Buyer’s Advisory – The Oregon Buyer’s Advisory is produced by the Oregon Realtors Association. It is full of useful information and links on what to expect and look for during the buying process. A must read prior to buying your home!
HUD Guide to Financial Literacy
HUD Guide – Need some information on financial basics and beyond? The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has a wealth of information and links to give you the information you need to help you create a more secure financial future.