PDX Index

Portland Public Schools’ Numbers Problems

The new bond will help school buildings, but will there be enough kids to fill them?

08/25/2025 By Margaret Seiler

Real Estate

Property Watch: A Common Roseway Bungalow Gets a Glow-Up

Artisan touches, like gorgeous handmade cabinetry and zellige tile, give this “everyday house" a new life.

08/22/2025 By Melissa Dalton

Skin Contact

In Northeast Portland, You Can Take a Bath in Wine (Sort Of)

Hey, it’s cheaper than a trip to Bordeaux.

07/28/2025 By Rebecca Jacobson Illustrations by Tara Jacoby

Real Estate

Property Watch: A Delightful Cottage in Roseway for $515K

Everyday charms, modern updates, and a certified-habitat front yard in this Northeast Portland bungalow.

06/13/2025 By Melissa Dalton

Local Legends

All the Things We’ve Done to Joan of Arc

One hundred years ago, the patron saint of France landed in Portland as a Great War monument. What does she mean today?

05/23/2025 By Matthew Trueherz Photography by Michael Novak

Real Estate

Property Watch: Floating Home Known as the Aqua Star Is for Sale

The ’80s icon revels in unobstructed views and curving cool after a two-year makeover and a move north from Sellwood.

03/21/2025 By Melissa Dalton

Real Estate

Property Watch: Dekum Triangle’s Curb-Famous Pilot House Is for Sale

A recent remodel to the century-old home added a second level with a sky bridge to a reading nook.

03/07/2025 By Melissa Dalton

Dish Exploder

Pasture PDX’s Mouthwatering O.G. Sandwich, Broken Down

A banh mi–inspired pastrami sandwich with hazelnut chile oil is a Portland rising star.

03/04/2025 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Amber Day

Real Estate

Property Watch: A Swanky Penthouse in the Fontaine

Vintage glass light fixtures, custom cabinetry, and plenty of updates ensure this rare top-floor condo lives up to the history of its building in Sullivan’s Gulch.

01/31/2025 By Melissa Dalton

City Soak

A Luxe Hotel and Thermal Spa Opens in NE Portland

Cascada brings thermal pools, fitness classes, and Portuguese-Japanese dining to the Alberta Arts district.

01/15/2025 By Alex Frane

Real Estate

Property Watch: An Artfully Remodeled Craftsman off Alberta

Come for the garden apartment and backyard cottage, stay for the hand-carved mahogany millwork.

11/18/2024 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Superfan

Children of the Cornmeal Crust

Alison Hilton gave her neighborhood pizza joint plenty of business, and the staff gave her their kids (sort of).

11/12/2024 By Margaret Seiler Photography by Michael Raines

Real Estate

Property Watch: Channeling Midcentury Palm Springs Perfection

This 1962 time capsule in Argay Terrace hits all the right notes, from the coral and seafoam colors to the vintage pool table, built-in bar, and backyard pool.

08/26/2024 By Melissa Dalton