Our beautiful city is the home to as many diverse neighborhoods as diverse groups of people who call our fine city “home.” Whether you’re looking for an urban loft experience in the heart of the city or a ranch style house in a suburban area, the Rose City offers something for everyone. As Realtors®, we know how important choosing the right neighborhood for your needs can be. To get started, take a look at the brief overviews of Portland neighborhoods and suburbs on our blog or request our Free Relocation Guide below. Both are excellent sources of information.

“Good schools” is often one of our client’s top criteria. The Portland metro is home to many public and private education options. When it comes to finding a school that fits the needs of your student(s), there are a number of resources to consider.

• Oregon Department of Education Report Cards
• Clackamas County School Locator (includes Lake Oswego)
• Portland Public Schools Locator
• Beaverton School District Attendance Information
• Tigard-Tualatin School Information
• Boundary Map
• Hillsboro School Information
• Boundaries

Sites like greatschools.org provide ratings that allow you to see what an institution has been rated according to their criteria as well as what community members have to say.

Portland Monthly (portlandmonthlymag.com) releases a list of top public and private schools each year since 2015. Check out the 2015 lists here.

For more great school resources, check out the links on our blog.

*** A note on school boundaries: they are subject to change. Portland underwent major boundary changes in 2016 and will need to displace students as major construction projects update schools. Voters passed bond measures in 2012 and 2017, funding major renovation projects.

Anytime you move, it’s important to fill out a change of address form with the Postal Office. Click here to fill one out online – as a bonus, you’ll receive great coupons for services you might need!

You will also need to change your address and update your vehicle registration with the local DMV. Oregon law gives you 30 days to get an Oregon driver’s license and register your car at the DMV. In metro areas, your car must pass a Vehicle Inspection Program smog check at a DEQ facility before it can be registered.

Anytime you move to a new area, it’s good to know what laws are different.

• There’s no sales tax!
• U-turns are illegal unless otherwise posted
• You cannot pump your own gas.
• There are 22+ red light cameras at Portland intersections.
• You’ll need to do a change of address with the post office.

To receive a free copy of the Turner Team’s Relocation guide which includes information about Portland neighborhoods and the surrounding metro areas, school information, restaurants and sites to visit, as well as what you need to know as a new resident, simply email us or fill out the form below for instant access!

When it comes to your home, you want someone you trust. We have a network of trusted professionals in a variety of fields related to your home. Need a great home inspector? We have a recommendation! Need a great mortgage professional? We can provide you with those with whom our clients have had great success! Below are some of our recommended professionals. Don’t see the category you need? You can always contact us to see who we would use!

As Realtors we are not attorneys, accountants, general contractors, government officials, elementary school teachers, home inspectors, title officers, mortgage brokers or property managers. We do know several of each profession, though. If you have specific items that are critical to your transaction and your situation, you should endeavor to get the answer directly from the source. Information degrades with each point of contact and interpretation and we want you to have the best information from the best sources. Please use us and our resources to help ensure that your real estate transaction is the best it can be. The Oregon Property Buyer Advisory, Oregon Property Seller Advisory and Agency Disclosure Pamphlet are all recommended reading.