Argay

Located in East Portland, Argay is a nice, clean and popular community for families whether with young children or teens. With lots of shopping and restaurants nearby and an easy commute to Portland, there is a little something for everyone here. Home styles vary and are still considered very affordable and the schools are also considered very good. This area is popular for singles that want to live outside of Portland proper, so there are plenty of apartments in Argay. A strong sense of community is evident and crime statistics are low.

The popular Argay Park is a nice wide-open space that includes play structures, paved and unpaved paths, tennis courts (lighted) as well as a dog off leash and plenty of picnic and sport fields.

The Northeast Portland neighborhood of Argay is located right next to the Columbia River. While it's bounded by several busy roads, including Interstate 84, it is known within NE Portland as a quiet neighborhood, past the busy streets, though there are still several major thoroughfares cutting through the neighborhood.

The area is home to a mix of apartment buildings and houses, giving it both a suburban and urban feel. Home to many families, the community's several parks, such as Argay Park, are quite popular. There are lots of kids and teens living in Argay, along with a sizable number of retirees.

In addition to plenty of housing, there are a few major businesses within the neighborhood, such as Costco, which draw shoppers from surrounding neighborhoods. There are also many smaller businesses owned by locals, in particular several Asian restaurants that are favorites among Argay residents.

Argay is less walkable than many other areas of Portland. Most people appear to own cars rather than relying on public transit. However, thanks to the major streets bounding the neighborhood, those living in the area also tend to enjoy the relatively easy commute to downtown and other areas known for their shopping and dining possibilities.