King

Average Sales Price

$718,996

Total Listings

Walk Score

King is a central inner Northeast Portland neighborhood between the MLK Jr. Boulevard corridor and the Alberta Arts District. Housing runs from early 20th-century Craftsman bungalows and foursquares to newer infill construction, on flat residential blocks bordering NE Alberta Street. King School Park anchors the neighborhood with the Sunday farmers market and 5 acres of open space.

LISTINGS

$575,000

3 Beds2 Baths1,537 SqFt

1406 NE FAILING ST, Portland, OR 97212

Listed by Opt
$475,000

3 Beds1.1 Baths1,424 SqFt

837 NE ROSELAWN ST, Portland, OR 97211

Listed by Like Kind Realty
$599,000

3 Beds2.1 Baths1,408 SqFt

502 NE PRESCOTT ST, Portland, OR 97211

Listed by Think Real Estate
$525,000

3 Beds2 Baths1,312 SqFt

536 NE GOING ST, Portland, OR 97211

Listed by Terri Sunday Realty, LLC
$775,000

5 Beds2 Baths3,052 SqFt

737/741 NE SKIDMORE ST, Portland, OR 97211

Listed by Like Kind Realty
$359,900

2 Beds1 Bath1,243 SqFt

611 NE CHURCH ST #6, Portland, OR 97211

Listed by Christie's International Real Estate Evergreen

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RECENTLY SOLD

$680,000

$649,950 4.6%

1214 NE FAILING ST, Portland, OR 97212

3 Beds2 Baths2,064 SqFt

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Listed by John L. Scott Portland Central

$448,000

$450,000 0.4%

1013 NE SUMNER ST, Portland, OR 97211

2 Beds1 Bath1,944 SqFt

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Listed by Proud Realty LLC

$695,000

$659,900 5.3%

1224 NE ROSELAWN ST, Portland, OR 97211

4 Beds2 Baths2,234 SqFt

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Listed by Keller Williams Realty Professionals

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Northeast Portland Neighborhood Guide

Living in King

A historic Northeast neighborhood centered on the Martin Luther King Jr. corridor and the Alberta Arts District.

Updated April 2026 by Joe Saling

Neighborhood Overview

What King Is Really Like

King is a central inner Northeast Portland neighborhood roughly bounded by NE Fremont on the south, NE Killingsworth on the north, NE 7th on the west, and NE 19th on the east. It sits directly east of the MLK Jr. Boulevard corridor and just south of the Alberta Arts District on NE Alberta Street, putting it within walking distance of two of Northeast Portland's defining commercial spines. The street grid is flat, sidewalks are continuous, and the residential blocks between Alberta and Fremont have the mature tree canopy characteristic of Portland's early 20th-century streetcar suburbs.

Weekday mornings on Alberta run on bakeries, coffee shops, and people walking dogs toward King School Park. Weekends lean denser, especially on Last Thursday evenings in the warmer months when Alberta closes to car traffic and fills with art, music, and food carts. The residential interior stays low-traffic regardless of what is happening on the commercial streets, with porch conversations and gardening visible on most blocks during the summer.

Daily life in King is walkable and bike-heavy. You see people riding the NE Going Street greenway, heading to King School Park for the Sunday farmers market, or walking to dinner on Alberta. The neighborhood has an active residents' association and a meaningful concentration of working artists and small-business owners, which shows up in the mix of galleries, studios, and owner-run storefronts along Alberta.

Looking for broader context on the area? Read my full Northeast Portland relocation guide for how King fits into the wider district.

Housing & Style

Homes and Architecture in King

King's housing stock is predominantly early 20th century, with Craftsman bungalows, Old Portland foursquares, and English cottage-style homes built between 1910 and 1935 making up most of the single-family inventory. Lots are modest, many homes have unfinished basements, and a fair share of properties have seen renovation work over the past two decades as the neighborhood appreciated. You will also see newer infill construction where older homes were removed or where corner lots were divided, particularly along the eastern edge closer to NE 15th and 19th.

Inventory in King moves across a wider spectrum of condition than in the longer-established historic neighborhoods nearby. You will see original-condition Craftsman fixers, mid-renovation homes with updates in the kitchen and bath but original wiring and sewer, fully modernized homes, and newer infill townhomes and detached houses built in the last decade. Competition is strongest for move-in ready homes within a few blocks of Alberta or Going greenway. The newer infill generally carries the highest price per square foot, while the original-condition fixers represent the entry point into the neighborhood.

Craftsman Bungalow
Old Portland Foursquare
Modern Infill Townhome
3,500 to 5,000 sq ft lots
Mid-range for Northeast Portland

Around the Neighborhood

Dining, Parks, and Daily Life

Salt and Straw

Ice cream on NE Alberta

The original Salt and Straw location on NE Alberta is a neighborhood landmark. Expect a line most evenings in the summer; the shop anchors the Alberta corridor along with several long-running neighborhood restaurants.

Pine State Biscuits

Biscuit sandwich counter on NE Alberta

A Portland breakfast institution known for Southern-style biscuit sandwiches and gravy. The Alberta location handles a steady morning crowd and is one of the reliable anchors for the corridor.

Barista

Specialty coffee on NE Alberta

A longstanding specialty coffee shop with a loyal local following, known for rotating roasters and a focused menu. Barista is one of several coffee shops along Alberta that function as the neighborhood's daily gathering spots.

King School Park

5-acre neighborhood park

Five acres adjoining Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School, with a playground, basketball courts, open lawn, and a community garden. The park hosts the King Farmers Market on Sunday mornings during the warmer months and is the default outdoor gathering space for most of the neighborhood.

New Seasons Market Williams and Vancouver options

Full-service grocery

The New Seasons on N Williams is a short drive or bike ride west, and the Concordia New Seasons on NE 33rd is roughly 5 minutes east by car. Smaller grocers and bodegas along Alberta and MLK handle walkable quick trips.

Getting Around

Transit & Commute

Downtown Portland is a 10 to 15-minute drive via I-5 or the Broadway Bridge off-peak, and 20 to 25 minutes at rush hour. TriMet Line 6 runs along MLK with direct downtown service, and Line 72 runs along NE Killingsworth and NE 82nd as the primary east-west connector. The NE Going Street bike greenway crosses the neighborhood west to east, and the NE 9th bike route runs north-south.

From Your Agent

Joe's Take on King

King offers something increasingly rare in inner Portland: genuine walkability to a destination commercial corridor at a price point still below the premier historic neighborhoods like Irvington, Alameda, and Laurelhurst. The trade-offs are real. Housing condition is uneven across the neighborhood, the Alberta corridor brings weekend foot traffic and noise to the blocks immediately adjacent, and the neighborhood has changed significantly over the past 15 years with ongoing demographic and economic shifts.

The housing stock here suits buyers who want Craftsman-era architecture with walk-to-Alberta access, investors evaluating renovation projects on original-condition homes, and buyers comparing new-construction infill at a lower price point than Alameda or Irvington. Lot sizes support ADU addition on many properties, and the mix of original and renovated inventory creates a wider range of entry points than the surrounding historic districts.

Local due diligence in King focuses on condition variance. Because so many homes are original pre-war stock and a meaningful share have been renovated piecemeal over decades, I look carefully at what has been updated and what has not. Order a sewer scope, confirm knob-and-tube has been fully removed or acknowledged by insurance, and check whether the foundation has been bolted for seismic. If you are buying newer infill, ask about construction-era stucco and siding issues common to the 2005 to 2015 infill wave, and review the warranty status. Street-level noise from Alberta affects homes within a block on either side, particularly on Last Thursdays and summer weekends.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About King

How do King home prices compare to the rest of Northeast Portland?

King sits in the mid-range for Northeast Portland. Prices typically come in below Irvington, Alameda, and Grant Park, roughly in line with Sabin, Vernon, and Boise, and above Cully and Woodlawn. The wide variance in housing condition and age, from original-condition Craftsman fixers to newer infill homes, produces a broader price range than in the more architecturally uniform historic districts. Current median prices for Northeast Portland are updated in the Lofty market data on this page.

What are property taxes like in King?

King is in Multnomah County, which has the highest effective property tax rates in the Portland metro area. Oregon's Measure 50 caps assessed value growth at 3 percent per year, so long-held homes often have assessed values well below market value. New buyers generally see taxes calculated based on the most recent sale. Exact amounts can be verified on the Multnomah County Assessor's property lookup by address.

Which schools serve King?

King is served by Portland Public Schools. The default assigned elementary for most of the neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary within the neighborhood itself, with Harriet Tubman Middle School and Jefferson High School or Grant High School depending on the exact address. School boundaries can change, so always verify your specific address with the PPS boundary finder at pps.net. Current school ratings are published by GreatSchools and Niche.

What is the housing stock like in King?

King's housing is predominantly early 20th century, with Craftsman bungalows, Old Portland foursquares, and English cottage-style homes built between 1910 and 1935 making up most of the original single-family inventory. Newer infill construction from the past two decades is concentrated along the eastern and southern edges. Lots typically run 3,500 to 5,000 square feet.

How long is the commute from King to downtown Portland?

Downtown Portland is roughly 3 miles from King. By car, plan on 10 to 15 minutes off-peak via I-5 or the Broadway Bridge, and 20 to 25 minutes during rush hour. TriMet Line 6 runs along MLK with direct downtown service. Bike commutes via the NE Going Street greenway and Williams Avenue take 15 to 20 minutes.

Is King walkable?

Yes. King consistently scores in the low to mid 80s on Walk Score, classifying it as very walkable. The NE Alberta Street corridor on the northern edge handles daily dining, coffee, and retail errands, and MLK Boulevard on the west adds grocery, pharmacy, and transit access. Most King addresses are within a 10-minute walk of at least one major commercial node, and Bike Score is high thanks to the NE Going greenway.

How does King compare to nearby neighborhoods like Vernon, Sabin, and Humboldt?

Vernon sits directly north of King and shares similar Craftsman-era housing, with Alberta as the shared commercial spine. Sabin, to the east, has more architectural uniformity and sits adjacent to Irvington. Humboldt, to the west across MLK, shares the early 20th-century housing stock and price range with slightly different commercial access centered on N Williams. All four neighborhoods fall in a similar mid-range price band for Northeast Portland.

Can you build an ADU or run a short-term rental in King?

Portland's ADU rules allow accessory dwelling units on most single-family residential lots, including detached and attached units, subject to size and setback requirements. Many King lots support detached ADUs given typical lot dimensions. Short-term rental rules in Portland require a Type A or Type B permit, owner occupancy for Type A, and compliance with city registration. Always verify current rules with the Portland Bureau of Development Services before planning.

Thinking About Buying in King?

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Joe Saling · Saling Homes at eXp Realty · 10+ years serving Portland metro buyers and sellers

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