Median Price
$604,000
Walk Score
92
Schools
B+
Where it sits
Hosford-Abernethy sits just east of the Willamette River, spanning from SE Hawthorne Blvd south to SE Powell Blvd and flanked by SE 12th Ave and the Union Pacific railroad tracks/rail yard.
The Neighborhood
Most of Hosford-Abernethy features classic Portland architecture—Craftsman, Old Portland foursquares, Victorians, and early 1900s bungalows—along with some modest newer infill and small apartment buildings. Deep front porches, mature trees, and well-tended yards give streets a settled, lived-in quality.
SE Division and SE Clinton anchor the neighborhood’s main commercial life, with dense clusters of food carts, coffee shops, and restaurants. It’s highly walkable, has ready bike access, and blends urban energy with a quieter, neighborly residential interior. Trains, buses, and the Tilikum Crossing keep the area well-connected.
“Historic streets, creative energy, close-in living”
Parks, Trails & Green Space
Top 5 places to get outside
Ladd’s Rose Gardens Circle & Squares — Small landscaped squares and gardens tucked throughout Ladd’s Addition.
Col. Summers Park — Well-used urban park with playground, splash pad, basketball, and a large picnic area.
Alder Street Greenway — Green bikeway and pedestrian corridor along SE Alder St.
Abernethy Elementary Schoolyard — After school hours, the schoolyard offers open green space and play structure.
Brooklyn Park — Just southeast in Brooklyn, this block park serves southern Hosford-Abernethy.
Coffee Shops
Top 5 places for a coffee
Nossa Familia Coffee – SE Division — Intimate coffeehouse with ethically sourced espresso and pastries.
Coava Coffee Roasters – Hawthorne Cafe — Airy, modern outpost with specialty coffee.
Upper Left Roasters — Sleek spot with rotating roasts and window seats.
K&F Coffee — Family-owned roastery with old-school charm and weekday coffee window.
Either/Or Cafe — Compact, creative shop offering coffee, tea, and cocktails.
Restaurants & Food Carts
Top 5 places for a bite to eat
Ava Gene’s — Seasonal Italian plates with housemade pastas and vegetable dishes. Cuisine: Italian.
Xico — Modern spot focusing on Oaxacan cuisine and inventive margaritas. Cuisine: Mexican.
Dwaraka Indian Cuisine — Established buffet and à la carte Indian eatery. Cuisine: Indian.
Shalom Y’all — Middle Eastern small plates and pita in a lively setting. Cuisine: Mediterranean.
Tidbit Food Farm & Garden Pod — Outdoor pod with rotating carts. Cuisine: Various.
Bars
Top 5 places for a drink
Apex — Taproom with a deep, ever-changing craft beer list and a large bike-friendly patio.
The Gold Dust Meridian — Dim-lit bar offering vintage cocktails and late-night food.
The Double Barrel Tavern — No-frills spot with pool, pinball, and a friendly, regulars’ crowd.
The Richmond Bar — Neighborhood bar with creative cocktails and a quiet lounge.
The Sweet Hereafter — Vegan-friendly cocktails and bar food, plus a shaded patio.
Things To Do
Top 5 things worth your time
Cinemagic Theater — Single-screen cinema showing indie and revival films.
Clinton Street Theater — Historic venue for indie films, cult classics, and live events.
Cascade Brewing Barrel House — Sour ale specialist taproom with limited-edition pours.
Division Street Shopping — Boutiques, plant shops, and more along SE Division.
Hawthorne Bridge Walk/Bike — Popular route for walking and biking between east and west sides.
Community Resources
Local services & organizations
Hosford-Abernethy Neighborhood District Association — Local neighborhood association providing advocacy and resources.
Abernethy Elementary PTA — Parent group supporting programs and events at Abernethy Elementary.
Portland Streetcar – Central Loop — Streetcar line with stops in the western part of the neighborhood.
Tilikum Crossing Bridge — Transit, pedestrian, and bike bridge connecting east to west.
SE Uplift Neighborhood Coalition — District-wide organization supporting southeast Portland neighborhoods.
Clinton Community Garden — Shared urban garden plots for residents.
Schools & Libraries
Education in the neighborhood
Abernethy Elementary School — Well-rated neighborhood K-5 public school. Rating: 9/10 (GreatSchools).
Hosford Middle School — Zoned grades 6-8, serving central inner southeast. Rating: 6/10 (GreatSchools).
Cleveland High School — Neighborhood public high school with AP and IB options. Rating: 7/10 (GreatSchools).
St. Philip Neri Preschool — Catholic preschool offering early childhood education. Rating: Not rated.
Belmont Library — Nearest branch library just north on SE Belmont St; offers books, events, and computer access. Rating: N/A.
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Is It Right For You?
How Hosford balances out.
Every neighborhood trades one thing for another. Each scale is drawn from real data — price, walkability, era, and architectural character.
Everyday comfortA trade-off to weigh
Who it suits
You’ll likely love it if…
- You want classic Portland architecture and close-in location
- You want easy bike/public transit access to downtown
- Food scene followers looking for diverse restaurants within walking distance
It might not fit if…
- Railroad yard noise and busy street corridors near Division/Clinton
- Limited large yard space on some mid-block lots
- Increasing median home prices relative to other eastside neighborhoods
Hosford-Abernethy FAQ
The questions we hear most about Hosford-Abernethy — and honest answers from people who know it.
Ask us anything →Craftsman bungalows, Old Portland foursquares, Victorians, and early 20th-century cottages are most common, with some mid-century and recent infill homes.
Yes—Walk Score rates it as a "Walker’s Paradise,” with daily errands, groceries, and restaurants accessible on foot.
Yes, the Clinton Street Fair and Division/Clinton Street Fair draw residents and neighbors for food, music, and community booths each summer.
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