Portland, OR 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Portland is a city in Multnomah County, Oregon. It’s the largest and most populous city in the state. Retirees who are attracted to a bustling city with a wide variety of activities are attracted to Portland. The natural beauty and vibrant art scene has made Portland a top city for retirement.

Climate & Geography

Portland has a temperate oceanic climate. The average annual high temperature is in the low 60s and the average annual low temperature is in the mid 40s. The average annual precipitation is around 35 inches of rainfall.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

The Pacific Ocean coastline, Willamette Valley, and Columbia River offer exceptional recreational activities. Residents take in natural scenery by visiting the International Rose Test Garden, the Portland Japanese Garden, and the Lan Su Chinese Garden. There’s a large selection of parks for active adults to take a stroll or bike ride such as Washington Park, Forest Park, and Mount Tabor Park.

Indoor activities include visiting museums like the Portland Art Museum and the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or shopping at Washington Square. Residents can also visit the popular Portland Saturday Market, the largest continually operating arts and crafts market in the country, and the Portland Farmers Market on Saturday at Portland State University.

Residents also enjoy visiting the Oregon Zoo, catching shows at Portland Center State at The Armory, and enjoying local beers at several craft breweries.

Cost of Living & Taxes

The median home cost is higher than the national median.

Federal and military pensions are typically exempt from being taxed. Social Security is also not taxed. In addition, there is no sales tax in Oregon.

Health Care

Gallup’s Well-Being Index ranks the Portland metro area in the top 70 communities.

The top three regionally ranked medical centers and hospitals in Portland are OHSU Hospital, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, and Providence Portland Medical Center.

OHSU Hospital is nationally ranked by U.S. News in six adult specialties and ranked high performing in eight adult procedures and conditions. Providence St. Vincent Medical Center is ranked high performing in two adult specialties and nine adult procedures and conditions. Providence Portland Medical Center is ranked high performing in three adult specialties and five adult procedures and conditions.


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King City - Portland, OR

King City

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Summerplace - Portland, OR

Summerplace

For Sale
  • High $300ks - High $400ks
  • 807 Homes
  • 55+ Age Restriction
  • Resale Homes Only
  • 1979 - 1992
  • 4.3 Rating (3 Reviews)

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Claremont - Portland, OR

Claremont

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