Irvington

Irvington is one of NE Portland’s most storied neighborhoods—a residential district of grand historic homes, mature tree canopy, and wide, sidewalk-lined streets. Originally platted in 1887 as an exclusive residential suburb, Irvington was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2010 as the largest historic district in Oregon.

The neighborhood was developed on land settled by riverboat captain William Irving in 1851. Its developers envisioned a community where commercial activity was excluded from the interior to preserve residential character—a philosophy that still defines Irvington today.

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Living in Irvington: Streets, Schools & Dining

Every street offers something to notice—a restored Queen Anne, a vibrant Craftsman, or a stately Greek Revival on an oversized lot. Homes sit on quarter-acre lots or more. The spring Irvington Home Tour, held for 50+ years, invites the public inside.

Irvington Elementary is highly rated. Grant High School is one of Portland’s best. Irving Park provides 16 acres of green space.

NE Broadway features diverse dining. The Lloyd Center area and Legacy Emanuel Medical Center are less than a mile away. Bus routes connect to MAX Light Rail. Bikeshare stations are available.

Irvington Real Estate & Housing Market

Queen Anne Victorians, Period Revival cottages, English Tudors, Colonial Revivals, Bungalows, Craftsman homes, and Prairie School residences within a few blocks of each other. Some properties include former servant’s quarters converted to duplexes.

Most homes valued between $750,000 and well over $1 million. The historic district designation supports architectural preservation and long-term value stability.

Is Irvington a Good Place to Live?

If you value architectural beauty, walkability, strong schools, and a neighborhood that feels both established and vibrant, Irvington delivers on all fronts.