• Front of the Building on W Burnside Street - The Empress Building
  • Corner of W Burnside Street and SW 15th Avenue - The Empress Building
    Rear of the Building on NW Couch Street - The Empress Building
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    Entrance to 10 NW 16th Avenue - The Empress Building

The Empress Building

10-20 NW 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97209

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • On-Site Retail

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 465 SF Not Available

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Property Information

  • Built in 1927
  • 72 units/5 stories

About The Empress Building

Discover a new place to live at The Empress Building in Portland. Come for a visit to see the current floorplan options. The professional leasing team is ready to help match you with your perfect place. A variety of features and amenities are waiting for you at this community. Some of these include: hardwood floors, smoke free options, and high-speed internet access. Your new home awaits you at The Empress Building. Stop by the leasing office to check the availability and set up a tour today.

The Empress Building is an apartment community located in Multnomah County and the 97209 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Portland School District 1j attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • On-Site Retail

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Disposal

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
Location
10-20 NW 16th Ave, Portland,
OR 97209
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Neighborhood

Uptown Portland is one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Portland. The lively community spirit serves as a consistent draw for the neighborhood in addition to its unique historic charm and central locale. A broad mix of eclectic local businesses provides residents with tasty eats and entertainment options while quiet residential streets create a pleasant, small-town vibe.

Located just northwest of Downtown Portland and the popular Pearl District, Uptown Portland is a top choice for those seeking a short commute. Most spots in the neighborhood's residential areas are less than three miles from downtown, making a quick trip by bike or public transportation feasible.

Along with being close to downtown, the neighborhood has plenty of its own charms. Uptown Portland is often nicknamed Nob Hill, a nod to the upscale neighborhood in San Francisco.

Learn more about living in Uptown Portland 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Uptown Portland Portland, OR
Studio $1,257 $1,249
1 Bedroom $1,664 $1,521
2 Bedrooms $2,675 $1,812
3 Bedrooms $3,530 $2,111

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 460-464 Sq Ft $845 $1,484 $4,532
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 664-668 Sq Ft $550 $2,046 $6,202
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1055-1059 Sq Ft $1,399 $3,181 $10,000
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1320-1324 Sq Ft $1,619 $4,440 $8,680
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2576 Sq Ft $4,295 $7,069 $13,859
Amenities
  • On-Site Retail
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Pacific Northwest Coll. Of Art
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Portland State University
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Oregon Health & Science Univ.
Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
Oregon Health & Sci Waterfront
Drive: 9 min 3.3 mi
The Empress Building is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from Pacific Northwest Coll. Of Art. It is also near Portland State University and Oregon Health & Sci Waterfront.
Schools
Boise-Eliot Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
326 Students
Nearby
Lincoln High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,525 Students
Attendance Zone
Cathedral School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
246 Students
Nearby
New Avenues for Youth
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
School data provided by The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Portland include Pge Park (Westbound), located 0.2 mile from The Empress Building. The Empress Building is near Portland International, located 12.4 miles or 22 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Pge Park (Westbound)
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Pge Park (Eastbound)
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Nw 11Th & Couch
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Kings Hill/Sw Salmon
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Nw 11Th & Everett
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Portland
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Beaverton Transit Center (West Side Express)
Drive: 14 min 8.2 mi
Vancouver
Drive: 17 min 9.1 mi
Hall/Nimbus
Drive: 16 min 10.0 mi
Tigard Transit Center
Drive: 19 min 10.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Portland International
 Drive: 22 min 12.4 mi

Walkability Near The Empress Building

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
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Traffic

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Airport

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Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Empress Building.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Glisan Center
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Fred Meyer Stadium
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Stadium Shopping Center
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
The Empress Building has 3 shopping centers within 0.4 mile, which is about a 8-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Forest Park Conservancy
 Walk: 2 min 0.1 mi
Director Park
 Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Friends of the Columbia River Gorge
 Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Lan Su Chinese Garden
 Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Portland's Rose Gardens
 Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
The Empress Building has 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including Forest Park Conservancy, Director Park, and Friends of the Columbia River Gorge.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
OHSU Hospital and Clinics
Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
The Empress Building has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center which is 1.0 mile away and a 18 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Portland Airport Air Guard Station
Drive: 18 min 9.2 mi
Camp Bonneville Military Reservation
Drive: 42 min 24.5 mi
The Empress Building is 9.2 miles from Portland Airport Air Guard Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including Camp Bonneville Military Reservation.
 
 
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Does The Empress Building have in-unit laundry?

The Empress Building has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at The Empress Building?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

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Is The Empress Building pet-friendly?

The Empress Building does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

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