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Empire Apartments
1217 SW 11th Ave,
Portland,
OR
97205
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About Empire Apartments
The Empire is a classic Portland Bricker that is full of character and vintage style. From hard wood floors and claw foot tubs to tall ceilings and real wood molding throughout. Ample closet space, ceiling fans and old world charm are waiting for you! Located in the heart of downtown Portland with the Street Car at your doorstep and only one block to the Portland Art Museum and Safeway, you are just minutes from all the city has to offer. Apartment Features Include: - Heart of the Cultural District in SW Portland - Near I-405 freeway access - Right off numerous TriMet transit lines - Streetcar is directly outside our door - Close to shopping and restaurants - Grocer one block away - Close to Portland State University
Empire Apartments is an apartment community located in Multnomah County and the 97205 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Portland School District 1j attendance zone.
Community Amenities
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- Public Transportation
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Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Tub/Shower
Ceiling Fans
- High Speed Internet Access
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Oven
- Range
- Hardwood Floors
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Nestled against Interstate 405 and neighboring Downtown Portland, the Arts District is an eclectic neighborhood filled with entertainment opportunities. The Portland Art Museum, the Old Church Concert Hall, and Living Room Theaters all call the Arts District home. This neighborhood offers more than just museums and theaters. The local restaurants and bars in this part of Portland are raved about, including Jake’s Famous Crawfish, Brunch Box, and Tasty n Alder.
Portland’s Arts District features several TRIMET stations, so getting around the city is a breeze. This neighborhood is adjacent to Downtown, meaning that it also neighbors Portland State University! This prestigious university offers a college town vibe, and this college community is host to popular community gatherings like the Portland Farmers Market. This artistic urban community boasts a central location that’s ideal for renters wanting a big-city lifestyle and a short commute to work in the heart of Portland.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
Empire Apartments is within 12 minutes or 0.6 mile from Portland State University. It is also near Pacific Northwest Coll. Of Art and Oregon Health & Sci Waterfront.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
350 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
326 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
757 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,525 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
209 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
239 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Portland include Sw 11Th & Jefferson, located 0.0 mile from Empire Apartments. Empire Apartments is near Portland International, located 14.2 miles or 24 minutes away.
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.0 mi |
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 7.4 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 9.2 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 9.5 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 10.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Portland International
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Drive: | 24 min | 14.2 mi |
Time and distance from Empire Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
Empire Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Director Park
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Friends of the Columbia River Gorge
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Oregon Maritime Center and Museum
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
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Forest Park Conservancy
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
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Governor's Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.3 mi |
Empire Apartments has 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Director Park, Friends of the Columbia River Gorge, and Oregon Maritime Center and Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.2 mi |
Empire Apartments has 3 hospitals within 2.2 miles, the nearest is Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center which is 1.4 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 19 min | 9.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 43 min | 24.9 mi |
Empire Apartments is 9.6 miles from Portland Airport Air Guard Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including Camp Bonneville Military Reservation.
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1217 SW 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97205