Why Live in Alderbrook
Alderbrook, a neighborhood in Astoria, is known for its abundant outdoor spaces and historic charm. Alderbrook Park features a playground, basketball court, and shaded picnic shelter, while LaPlante Park offers a swing set and play structure amidst a densely wooded shoreline. The paved Astoria Riverwalk, which runs along the Columbia River waterfront, includes two trailheads in Alderbrook, providing a scenic 45-minute loop ideal for dog walks. Less than a mile and a half away, Pier 39 is a repurposed pier with unique shopping and dining options, including Coffee Girl, Rogue Pier 39 Public House, and OleBob’s Seafood Market. The Astoria School District serves the area, with schools that have high ratings. Historic homes, primarily Craftsman and Victorian styles from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, line the residential streets, reflecting the neighborhood’s origins as a fishing community. Highway 30, also known as Leif Erikson Drive, runs through Alderbrook, connecting residents to downtown Astoria and Warrenton. The Northwest Connector’s Astoria line stops at both LaPlante and Alderbrook parks, enhancing accessibility.
