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A northeast Portland neighborhood highlighted by its diverse dining
Located just 2 miles northeast of Downtown Portland, Kerns is an urban oasis that provides its residents with an array of dining experiences all within walking distance of most residential properties. From southern hospitality at Screen Door Eastside to creative doughnuts at Voodoo Doughnuts, the diversity of the food is as impressive as the quality. “Kerns is unparalleled in its culinary and cultural offerings,” Nick Shivers, CEO Principal Broker at The Nick Shivers Team says. “Kerns is a neighborhood that epitomizes the best of Portland living. Despite its urban setting, it offers lovely parks and green spaces, providing residents with a peaceful retreat from the city hustle.”
Grab chicken & Waffles at Screen Door Eastside
The walkability of the neighborhood provides residents access to the array of eateries and bars. Many of those spots can be found along East Burnside Street, a thoroughfare that also serves as a portion of Kerns’ southern edge. A popular spot for residents is Screen Door Eastside, which brings authentic Southern cooking to the Northwest. Founders Nicole and David Mouton are from Louisiana, and their menu includes everything from shrimp and grits to seafood jambalaya. “Their phenomenal chicken & waffles are a must-try,” Shivers says. Laurelhurst Market is an acclaimed steakhouse down the street from Screen Door Eastside, that’s been named among the top restaurants in the city on multiple occasions. Not only can customers down a juicy wagyu flank steak in Laurelhurst Market’s dining room, but they can also pick up some cuts of steak from its full-service butcher shop, to cook up at home. For those in the taste for a little something sweet afterward, they could swing by the neighborhood Voodoo Doughnuts location, on Northeast Davis Street, and grab one of the Voodoo Doll doughnuts, stuffed with raspberry jelly and with chocolate frosting on top. Another option is Pie Spot, known for its handheld-sized treats that are somewhere between a pie and a cupcake — all carefully crafted, in flavors like chocolate hazelnut and blueberry ginger. For groceries and everyday essentials, residents head to Whole Foods Market, which is also on East Burnside Street.
Walk to one of the many downtown Brunch spots in the heart of Kerns neighborhood.
Enjoy brunch at the Screen door, a locals favorite.
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Wide range of property options for homebuyers
Housing in Kerns includes a mixture of single-family homes, townhouses, condominiums and apartments. Many of the homes in the neighborhood are rental properties as 75 percent of the population in Kerns are renters. Condominiums and townhouses in the neighborhood go for between $250,000 and $575,000. Homebuyers will find that many of Kerns’ single-family homes are in the neighborhood's eastern and southeastern portions. These homes tend to date back to the early 1900s and can be found as bungalow and Craftsman styles. Single-family homes start at $400,000 and can go for up to $1.2 million depending on the square footage and condition of the interior of the home. Sidewalks line the streets of Kerns, making it the perfect setting for residents to go on a walk and explore the neighborhood. There are also bike paths in sections of the neighborhood, making getting from place to place on two wheels easier.
Victorian Home in the Kerns Neighborhood with an older-style.
Colorful Craftsman in the Kerns Neighborhood.
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Annual Kerns Neighborhood Picnic at Oregon Park
Besides all of the day-to-day offerings at your disposal in Kerns, one of the things to look forward to is the annual Kerns neighborhood picnic. The event takes place at Oregon Park and includes free dinner, live music, activities for kids, and a raffle of prizes donated from local businesses.
Swings next to the Buchman Field in the Kerns Neighborhood.
Playground at the Oregon Park in the Kerns Neighbor.
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From tennis at Buckman Field Park to rock climbing at Portland Rock Gym
For those looking to take advantage of the outdoors, a popular option is Buckman Field Park, where visitors can run some laps on the track or perhaps reserve a field for some softball or soccer. Portland Tennis Center borders the park and features a dozen different courts, eight of them indoor and four outdoor. Another indoor recreation destination is Portland Rock Gym, just south of Buckman Field Park and Portland Tennis Center. The 20,000-square-foot facility is a prime place to get a full-body, rock-climbing workout in. And a variety of classes are offered, to help visitors get acclimated. Alternatively, Oregon Park, on the east side of the neighborhood, is the spot to go shoot some hoops or to maybe just to unwind while reading a book under the trees.
Out Door and Covered Tennis Courts at Buchman Field in the Kerns Neighborhood.
Soccer Players Warming Up on the Turf at Buchman Field in the Kerns Neighborhood.
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Readily accessible public transportation
TriMet’s rail and buses are readily available in Kerns with the red, green and blue lines for the rail system running through the Hollywood/NE 42nd Transit Center. The TriMet bus system has various stops throughout the neighborhood. Commuting into Downtown Portland is a breeze for Kerns residents as it is just a 2-mile drive. Portland International Airport is 9 miles away, while Providence Portland Medical Center is about a 1-mile drive.
Comprehensive arts curriculum at Da Vinci Arts Middle School
Kids in the Kerns neighborhood attend Portland Public Schools. Starting in kindergarten, students may attend Buckman Elementary School, which earned a B-plus grade from Niche. For middle school, some students may attend Da Vinci Arts Middle School, which features a comprehensive arts curriculum with offerings including dance, music, creative writing and more. Admission into Da Vinci Arts Middle School is done via a lottery system by Portland Public Schools. Those who don’t attend Di Vinci Arts Middle School may attend Hosford Middle School, which earned a B-plus grade from Niche. For high school, students may move onto Grover Cleveland High School, which received an A-minus in academics and a B-plus overall from Niche.
Entrance to Davinci Middle School of the Arts in the Kerns Neighborhood.
Da Vinci Arts Middle School is home to the middle school children of the Kerns neighborhood.
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This area of Portland has a lot to offer between local parks, shopping, restaurant, and small neighborhood feel. It is also very easy to get to other parts of the city from here. The people in the neighborhood are friendly and there seems to be relatively few crimes.
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Kerns Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kerns, Portland sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Kerns, Portland over the last 12 months is $686,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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