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Arbor Lodge
Neighborhood
Intersection of Dekum Street and Interstate Avenue in Arbor Lodge
Intersection of Dekum Street and Interstate Avenue in Arbor Lodge
Country United States
State Oregon
City Portland
Area
 • Total 0.87 sq mi (2.25 km2)
Population
 (2000)
 • Total 6,065
 • Density 6,981/sq mi (2,696/km2)
Housing
 • No. of households 2573
 • Occupancy rate 96% occupied
 • Owner-occupied 1872 households (73%)
 • Renting 701 households (27%)
 • Avg. household size 2.36 persons

Arbor Lodge is a friendly neighborhood located in the northern part of Portland, Oregon. It's a great place to live, with good transportation options and local shops. About 6,000 people call Arbor Lodge home.

Where is Arbor Lodge Located?

Arbor Lodge is easy to find on a map of Portland. It has clear boundaries that help define where the neighborhood begins and ends.

Understanding Arbor Lodge's Borders

  • To the east, you'll find Interstate 5. This big highway forms a natural edge.
  • Ainsworth Street marks the southern boundary.
  • On the west side, the neighborhood is bordered by Willamette Boulevard and Chataqua Boulevard.
  • The northern edge is defined by Lombard Street.

Neighboring Communities

Arbor Lodge is surrounded by several other cool neighborhoods.

  • To the east is Piedmont.
  • South of Arbor Lodge is Overlook.
  • To the west, you'll find University Park.
  • And to the north, it borders Kenton.

Getting Around Arbor Lodge

One of the best things about Arbor Lodge is how easy it is to get around. The neighborhood has excellent public transportation.

Light Rail Connections

The MAX Yellow Line light rail service helps people travel easily. It has two important stations right in Arbor Lodge:

  • The North Lombard Transit Center
  • The Rosa Parks MAX Station

These stations opened in 2004. Their arrival helped bring new growth and development to the area.

New Shops and Stores

Since the light rail opened, Arbor Lodge has seen new businesses come in. This includes popular stores like:

  • A New Seasons Market, which is a grocery store.
  • A large Fred Meyer store, offering many different products.

These new places make shopping and daily life more convenient for everyone in the neighborhood.

Arbor Lodge Park

The neighborhood is also home to a wonderful green space called Arbor Lodge Park. It's a great spot for outdoor activities and relaxing.

Arbor Lodge Park Oregon
Arbor Lodge Park with Chief Joseph Elementary School in the background
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