Gresham

Framed by the rolling foothills of Mount Hood and crisscrossed by the Sandy and Columbia Rivers, Gresham invites you to blend city comforts with easy wilderness escapes. A reinvigorated downtown offers craft coffee shops, brewpubs, and community events at Civic Neighborhood Park, while the historic Main City district charms with locally owned boutiques and the iconic Powell Valley Railroad. Outdoor enthusiasts revel in miles of paved trails, the popular Springwater Corridor, and nearby access to the Columbia River Gorge for hiking, fishing, and windsurfing. With more attainable home prices than Portland proper, top-rated schools, and seamless transit via MAX Light Rail, Gresham strikes a balance between active adventure and smart investment—making it a place where urban vitality meets natural refuge.