Alberta Arts District

Whether Last Thursday or any random weekday, vibrant art from the alleys to the lampposts.

This Northeast Portland neighborhood’s streets are lined with colorful shops, interesting restaurants and favorite nighttime hangouts that celebrate “community” at its best. All that neighborliness even culminates in a now-famous monthly street fair, celebrating with food, music, entertainment and communion.

Dining: Diverse as the neighborhood itself in price, taste and experience

Outdoors: Pedestrian-friendly streets, neighborhood parks

Culture & Entertainment: Alberta Rose Theatre, Last Thursday Street Fair, live music venues

Shopping: Streets lined with boutiques, galleries and indie shops, from funky clothing to fabulous art

Victorians, bungalows, duplexes and converted art studios, plus a unique selection of mixed-use properties.