{"id":112759,"date":"2021-02-05T01:30:30","date_gmt":"2021-02-05T09:30:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=112759"},"modified":"2026-02-11T23:43:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T07:43:59","slug":"quaint-historic-fairview-is-one-of-portlands-greenest-neighborhoods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/local-resources\/quaint-historic-fairview-is-one-of-portlands-greenest-neighborhoods\/","title":{"rendered":"Quaint, Historic Fairview is One of Portland\u2019s Greenest Neighborhoods"},"content":{"rendered":"

The quaint city of Fairview sits along the Columbia River and is home to Blue Lake Regional Park. Locals settle into the area for proximity to stunning landscapes, the Columbia River and Portland\u2019s city center. Fairview is an easy choice for commuters and locals living for a quieter way of life in this small city.<\/p>\n

Like many of its surrounding communities, Fairview is adjacent to some of the most glorious natural attractions in Oregon. Columbia River Highway connects the area to waterfall hikes and gorgeous viewpoints. The area is also steeped in rich history with over 127 historical sites, including an original jail and a rich Native American history.<\/p>\n

Where is Fairview?<\/h3>\n

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Fairview is a leafy suburb situated about 25-minutes northeast of Portland, Oregon. It’s also a short drive to the sprawling suburb of Gresham. Troutdale, known as the Gateway to the Gorge, is also just a few miles away.<\/p>\n

History<\/h3>\n

Fairview was incorporated in 1908 and quickly grew a reputation as an agricultural and farming town. The city is home to Townsend Farms, one of the state’s most extensive berry productions and a sixth-generation family-owned business. The farm was established in 1906 and focuses on sustainable practices to produce flavorful, local berries.<\/p>\n

Like much of the greater metro area in Portland, Fairview takes roots in Native American history. You can still see the agricultural site at Blue Lake Park that was once home to the Chinook Native American village.<\/p>\n

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What to Do<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fairview’s main attraction is the Blue Lake Regional Park, with opportunities for paddle boating, canoeing and row boating. There’s also dedicated space for basketball and a frisbee disc golf course where you can spend the afternoon playing and exploring. A natural discovery garden with a \u201cpizza garden\u201d features plants and flowers that educate on how gardening provides sustenance for humans and wildlife alike.<\/p>\n

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Locals take their boat to the Chinook Landing Boat Launch on the Columbia River to enjoy more recreation on the water. The city is also a popular area for camping and is home to the Portland Fairview RV Park. For fishing, Salish Ponds boasts a well-stocked trout pond and enough room to jog, play and explore the wetland park.<\/p>\n

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