The Buckman neighborhood is in a great location as it is in close proximity to some of Portland's most hip and popular neighborhoods such as Kerns, Laurelhurst, and Belmont. Residents have plenty of independent retail, coffee, pub and dining options just a stones throw away in most cases across several adjoining neighborhoods. Buckman's Hawthorne District is one of the most unique, and most popular areas in Southeast Portland. The area is known for its wonderful restored old Portland homes, liberal residents, and fun and funky feel. The street is lined with unique restaurants and shops, and has a definite Portland-local flair. (PortlandNeighborhood.com)

The Portland rental market is ranked #4 in the country in terms of apartment rent growth, according to Axiometrics, Inc., a provider of data and analysis on the multi-family housing sector. Portland is also well known for its strong land-use planning and investment into public transportation. Some of the larger Portland employers include Nike, Columbia Sportswear, Tektronix, Precision Castparts Corp. and Mentor Graphics Corp.