Ashcreek is a Southwest Portland neighborhood that offers a variety of housing options, from cute 1920s cottages near Multnomah Village, to mid-century ranch homes on spacious lots to grand new construction. The neighborhood is characterized by its towering trees and quiet streets, where it's safe for kids to play. Families will enjoy nearby Southwest Community Center & Pool which offers swimming lessons, basketball courts and community activities. Commuting to Downtown is relatively quick, with close access to I-5 and Barbur Blvd., plus the added option of commuting by bicycle on one of the city's many bike lanes. (PortlandConnected.com)

Portland is the largest city in Oregon, and the fourth largest city on the west coast. The Portland Metro Area is home to nearly 2 million people, and sits approximately 78 miles from the ocean and 65 miles from the Cascade Mountains. 

In 2008 Money Magazine named Portland one of the "Top 10 Places to Live". 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.