Prime River View: spacious, light-filled top floor corner unit downtown
Centrally located downtown overlooking the lively Riverplace Esplanade with lots of restaurants and boutiques right downstairs. We are making our second home available to you for that truly special extended stay.
The first thing you'll notice in this top floor corner unit is the light filling the rooms from the large East-facing windows. Next, you'll be greeted with a 180 degree view up and down the river where you can see SIX of Portland's famous bridges through the big windows in the living, dining and bedrooms. Only then will you notice the tasteful, elegant contemporary furnishings and the peaceful, relaxing ambiance. But it's really all about the view.
In the morning, make coffee in the well-equipped kitchen and enjoy it on the balcony overlooking the river or go out to one of the 3 cafes that are less than a block away. In the afternoon, sip a glass of wine on the deck and watch the dragon boats on the river below. Relax in the deep chaise and read a book or just enjoy the view of the bridges and the East Side. In the evening, go to one of the many restaurants, wine bars or pubs that are all within a block or two of your front door. Or just stay in and watch the game on the big screen TV.
Sleeps up to 4 (the couch converts into a surprisingly comfortable queen-sized bed), an open, spacious-feeling 845 sq. ft. with Berber carpets throughout.
One designated parking space is included, located in the secure garage below the unit (additional paid parking is available if you need it in one of the public garages nearby). The parking space is conveniently located right next to the elevator.
The bedroom features a king size bed with Italian linens and blackout blinds if you choose to sleep in. There is plenty of storage available in the large walk-in closet. The big East-facing windows allow you to sit in bed and look out over the river.
The Italian marble full kitchen is equipped with a dinnerware service for 8, a set of pots & pans, toaster, coffee pot, press pot, electric kettle, rice cooker, waffle iron, microwave, fridge, dishwasher & ceramic top stove.
The dining room seats four with its own large window looking down the river, taking in the bridges and East side. The living room has the most impressive view of all.
The bathroom features a spacious shower with two separate shower heads, one at each end. The Italian marble topped vanity is equipped with two sinks and large mirrors.
There are a full-sized washer and dryer in the separate laundry closet.
High speed internet >=100mbps standard (up to 600mbps available for extra charge) Access to your streaming services via Roku Printer and scanner
Restaurants and more are right outside your door with easy access to Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland State University, Keller Auditorium and waterfront parks, all within 5 blocks. Convenient to the Portland Streetcar (3 blocks away).
Children are welcome, but there is a deck and large windows that open fairly wide - use your judgment. No pets (really).
31 night minimum. Why? The City of Portland classifies any stay of less than 31 nights as a ‘short term’ rental and requires that guests pay an additional 12.5% lodging tax and requires that owners have a special permit. VRBO automatically collects these taxes on all stays of less than 31 nights. For stays of 31 nights or longer there is no tax. The HOA and the City both require that we complete lease paperwork covering your stay.
Other nearby services within walking distance:
- 24 Hour Fitness, OHSU Wellness & Fitness Center - Biketown bicycle rental station - Farmer's markets: South Waterfront on Thursdays (in season); PSU on Saturdays - Jogging, biking & walking path right out front
Events within walking distance:
All Year
Portland Farmers Market at PSU The Portland Saturday Market Waterfront Park
February
Winter Light Festival Pioneer Square and various locations around the city Dumpling Week at various restaurants Portland International Film Festival Waterfront Park Portland Jazz Festival Waterfront Park
May
Cinco de Mayo Waterfront Park Rock n' Roll Marathon Waterfront Park Rose Festival City Fair Waterfront Park Festival of Flowers Pioneer Courthouse Square
June
Starlight Parade Downtown Dragon Boat Races Right outside Cider Summit Caruthers Park (OHSU tram)
July
4th of July Fireworks THE BEST VIEW IN THE CITY IS RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR WINDOW Waterfront Blues Festival Waterfront Park Sand in the City (sand castle competition) Pioneer Square Oregon Brewer's Festival Waterfront Park
August
Bite of Oregon Waterfront Park
September
Dragon Boat Races Cat Video Festival Wedge Cheese Festival
October
Portland Marathon Waterfront Park finish line
November
Snackfest
December
Christmas Ship Parade View from the balcony
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Portland
Located on the waterfront, this condo is in Downtown Portland, a neighbourhood in Portland. Keller Auditorium and Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Oregon Zoo and Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Moda Center or Providence Park. Jet skiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Portland, OR
What's nearby
Portland State University - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Oregon Health and Science University - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Keller Auditorium - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Portland Art Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
S River Parkway & Moody Stop - 5 min walk
Tigard Transit Center Station - 13 min drive
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Our Spot PDX - 3 min walk
Portland Sports Bar and Grill - 3 min walk
King Tide Fish and Shell - 1 min walk
Dough Zone - 3 min walk
Murata Restaurant - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Prime River View: spacious, light-filled top floor corner unit downtown pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Prime River View: spacious, light-filled top floor corner unit downtown?
As of 5 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prime River View: spacious, light-filled top floor corner unit downtown on 16 May 2026 start from NZ$257, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Prime River View: spacious, light-filled top floor corner unit downtown?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Prime River View: spacious, light-filled top floor corner unit downtown?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Prime River View: spacious, light-filled top floor corner unit downtown?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Prime River View: spacious, light-filled top floor corner unit downtown located?
Located in Downtown Portland, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of South Waterfront City Park, Tom McCall Waterfront Park and Portland State University. Oregon Health and Science University and Powell's City of Books are also within 1 mile (2 km). S River Parkway & Moody Stop is only a 5-minute walk and SW Harrison St Stop is 5 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It is always clean and well stocked with a great view for Christmas ships. The owner is extremely helpful and responsive as well as an excellent communicator. Enjoyable stay as always
Suzanne P.
Stayed 31 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2022
Thanks Suzanne, it was great having you back and we look forward to seeing you again on your next trip to Portland!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen C.
3 November 2018
Thank you for an amazing October in your beautiful place!
The condo is perfectly equipped and decorated. The views are splendid. The location is fabulous for walking, biking, streetcar, concerts and amazing food. See you next year!
Kathleen C.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you Katy! It was great having you back and we look forward to welcoming you again next year - you guys are the best.
If you are looking to relax and unwind, this is the place for you. Almost every day, I found myself sitting and just gazing out the window overlooking the river and marina and feeling instant calm. The unit had everything we needed for our month long stay and I enjoyed having the riverfront walkway just outside our door. We took advantage of the cafes and restaurants there as well. The owners, Paul & Jennifer, checked in a couple of times to make sure we had everything we needed.
Linda L.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Thank you Linda, I'm so glad to know that you enjoyed your stay!
Archival
8/10 Good
kevin n.
18 July 2012
Great place! Great view!
Great apartment right on the waterfront! We walked in and the view was phenominal. I'm not sure you'll get a better PDX view anywhere. Full panoramic of the river and all the bridges. Nice little balcony allows you to enjoy a glass of wine and watch the ships go by at night. Parking was right underneath which was great. The boardwalk is below so there's a few places to eat, a tiny market about a 2 blocks away, and waterfront park is right there as well. The streetcar is a good 5 minute walk away but that is no way to traverse Portland quickly, about 30 min to the Pearl, includes waiting. The blues fest was going on while we were there, that is both good and bad, depends who's on stage really, ha ha. The 4th of July fireworks barge was directly in front of our balcony for an unforgettable and totally unobstructed view of the display. What a great surprise that we never even considered. The blues fest was also going on while we were there, that is both good and bad, depends who's on stage really, ha ha. It was warm enough to have to keep our windows open at night so every drawbridge alarm, train horn, and boat motor can be heard. The good news is its more of a distant type of sound and can easily be slept through and is not annoying or rattling. The owners had a great attention to detail all throughout the unit with coffee in the freezer ready to go (thank you, seriously), the fancy soaps, and a book of maps and menus, and lot of other small things that surprise you and make it easy to just getaway.
kevin n.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Kevin, I'm glad you liked our place and thanks for letting us know about it being too warm for you during the recent spike in temperatures. The windows are double-glazed and do a pretty good job of keeping out outside noises, but it doesn't help much if they are open! I've ordered an evaporative cooler for overnight delivery and will also be installing air conditioning in the unit when there is a break in the calendar between guests. Portland usually isn't that warm and most homes don't have central air.
I just wish you had let me know when you were there so I could have done something about it then. It's our goal to make our place the best vacation rental in the city of Portland and your feedback is being acted upon. This is a brand new listing and thanks for your patience as we are getting things set up. Your feedback is being acted on immediately and I hope you'll consider us again when your plans bring you back to Portland.
This condo is a perfect place to stay while visitIng Portland. It is centrally and conveniently located with great access to downtown and many restaurants and shops. The condo is clean and very well appointed with everything you’ll need for a great visit. The owners are very responsive to your requests and it’s easy to communicate with them. The best part is the view. Being on the river is an ever changing pallet of color and activity, day and night. Many thanks to Paul and Jenn
The condo is in a great location & the window views are fantastic
The condo location is great. It is a quick walk to downtown or a block to the freeway. The view from the condo is absolutely fantastic. There are great shops and restaurants on the river walkway. We would lease it again.
Kathy V.
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2021
K&F, you were perfect guests and you are welcome back any time.
From the very start, our trip to the NW was made perfect in every way. This property was exactly the way it looks, with thoughtful details, high quality linens, comfortable beds and the most breathtaking views at all hours of the day! The communication with the property owner was the best I’ve ever had. He was quick to respond on any matter. It was such a peaceful place to wake up in everyday. The location is ideal—close to shops, walking, parks and amazing restaurants. As my son noted in the guest book, “it’s not IF, it’s WHEN, we return!” Can’t be soon enough!! Thank you for every last detail and sharing your beautiful property!! See you again soon!!
Mimi B.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2020
Thank you Mimi, it was a delight having you and I look forward to welcoming you back again!
Everything was well organized and well kept. The ambiente was
tasteful and perfect for our extended stay. All necessary consumables where plenty. The Riverfront location and proximity to Downtown was a huge adventage for us
Monika B.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
M&H, you were wonderful guests and we look forward to having you back any time! - Paul
We spent the month of July 2019 at this property. In one word it was awesome. Spectacular views of the Wilamette River and the bridges connecting the west and east sides of the city. We only had a car for the first two days of our stay and got around by bike, walking and the occasional Lyft or Uber. Very convenient location. We have already booked again for next summer (2020). Highly recommend. Property owner is very responsive and handled all our questions and inquiries within a matter of minutes.
Kevin S.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you K & D - it was a pleasure having you and we are looking forward to welcoming you back next year!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
9 June 2019
Waterfront escape
Bright, clean, beautiful view on the waterfront. Fun to walk the promenade, watch the dragon boats, or have coffee/glass of wine on the balcony. The owner keeps everything pristine, provides all household supplies you need. Very pleasant stay.
Verified traveller
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael L.
5 February 2019
PDX Perfection
We spent two enjoyable months here in Portland. From the minute we walked in and saw the expansive views of the Willamette and the marina below, we knew it was the perfect place. The location is second to none. We were able to go to plays, concerts, museums, and top-rated restaurants, all within a fifteen minute or less walk. Bikes are available for rent within a half block away, making it convenient for exploring the bridges and paths along the riverfront. There was a secure underground garage, and the parking space was just steps from the elevator right up to the top floor where the condo was located. The condo was stunning and perfectly representative of the pictures posted on the website. Paul was always very responsive and very accommodating. We happily recommend this place for anyone looking to experience the best of Portland.
Michael L.
Stayed 65 nights in Nov 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
carl w.
16 September 2018
Meets all your needs
Paul was wonderful to work with, answered our questions or concerns very quickly. He met our every need. Wonderful location, gorgeous view and the condo very well stocked. We love Portland and so look forward to coming back next year.
carl w.
Stayed 45 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tina D.
3 August 2018
Wonderful home away from home!
Thank you for this clean and bright condo on the riverfront!. Location is everything. We loved the view, morning, noon and night. The convenience of the shops below made for a neighborhood feel. We had great instructions and follow up with our host. Thank you for making this trip so comfortable.
Tina D.
Stayed 121 nights in Apr 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert C.
3 January 2018
A wonderful home away from home!
We felt this place was better than expected. The included parking and in-unit laundry were huge plusses for our stay, and it's location was wonderful - close to restaurants, grocery shopping, and so many activities downtown.
The place was very clean and well maintained - and the bed was even more comfortable than our bed at home (which rarely happens in rentals). Plenty of storage in the closets, a great set-up in the living room for TV (full cable channels), a full kitchen that was easy to use for preparing meals or snacks, and a great dinning area useful for eating or setting up a computer.
Wi-Fi worked terrific, and we sometimes had phones, pads, and a laptop connected (not all at the same time, though).
Our host/owner/contact Paul was extremely easy to work with - very responsive to any questions before renting, during the rental, and after.
We would very highly recommend this to anyone we know for a long stay in Portland, and plan to keep it in mind for some frineds who may be visiting in the coming year (although it's pretty popular, and it seems pretty well booked).
Our most fun activities for the area were walking along the river, and watching the view out the living and dining room windows at the river and the Hawthorne Bridge. Lots to see there, and very soothing.
We were having work done on our primary home in Portland, so we were definitely looking for a home away from home - and we live in Portland. This fit the bill for us perfectly.
We just can't recommend this place enough. We feel very lucky to have found it, and been able to stay there.
Robert C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kelly J.
9 November 2017
Excellent Apartment- Stunning view
My husband and I stayed for a month here. The apartment had everything we needed throughout our time. The living room window offered a stunning view of the river and a view of Portland's bridges. We enjoyed adventuring in the city and then coming back to cook dinner in the well stocked kitchen. Really enjoyed the convenience of the apartment to the downtown and transportation. The ice cream/breakfast place below the apartment on the riverwalk is a must try!
Kelly J.
Stayed 37 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Vicki S.
18 September 2017
It's all about the View
We spent a wonderful month here. Thank You Paul!
Vicki S.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Leonarda D.
18 August 2016
It is everything I would want my own condo to be.
This was our second stay in this wonderful condo. The view is magnificent - day and night!
It is immaculate and very comfortable. We look forward to another two week stay very soon.
Leonarda D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
This was our second stay in this beautiful condo. The view is magnificent - day and night! It is immaculate and comfortable. We look forward to another stay soon.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
sandy f.
17 June 2016
Healing views and comfortable, efficient dwelling!
We stayed in this property from March 22- June 3. My husband needed a place to recover from a serious procedure that would put us within easy distance to OHSU. I have to say...I thank myself over and over for choosing this property as it really contributed to his healing and a positive outcome. The views and activity along the waterfront were both soothing and engaging...that included blue herons and a resident osprey who entertained us daily.One of his favorite sights was watching the Hawthorne bridge go up and down for the bigger boats. Because of the proximity to downtown we both got out and walked early on in his recovery, riding the streetcar everywhere. Living temporarily at this location helped us uncover a Portland food scene we never new about...but more importantly the optimum way to reduce the stress of a serious medical recovery. Sandy and David
sandy f.
Stayed 73 nights in Mar 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
mike & sue d.
10 March 2016
Lovely Portland Condo
It seems that photos of a property often overstate its quality. Not so in this condo's case. The views of the Willamette River and city lights at night are amazing!
My wife and I spent the months of January and February at this condo. A well appointed kitchen was very important to us and this one filled all of our needs. We were also delighted to find that we could easily walk to Safeway, Whole Foods and the PSU Farmers Market to do our grocery shopping.
Parking a car in Portland can be a challenge. So we really appreciated having a safe assigned parking space directly below the condo. But this town is so walker-friendly we were able to leave our car parked through nearly our entire stay.
Lastly, the owners made the whole rental process so easy, with timely email/phone contacts along the way.
This property will be on our short list of place to stay in Portland!
mike & sue d.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Rick & Barbara B.
12 August 2015
Perfection!
We spent an unforgettable month on the Portland waterfront, taking in all the events and energy that the city provides. Superb location, top floor condo, fantastic views from many angles, balcony, quiet building, great security and convenient protected parking, the AC performed well in July, close to public transportation, 20 minute walk to downtown, and restaurants and happy hours just below. Wonderful. The condo is terrific, clean, and doesn't lack for amenities. Oh yes, ask the owner where to eat in downtown and surrounding Portland, he is an expert and provides a long list of written recommendations. We're sad to leave this very unique and absorbing city but it's back to the heat, stickers, thorns, and things that snap and bite at you.
Rick & Barbara B.
About the host
Hosted by Paul Henderson
Why they chose this property
We love Portland. We searched for a year for just the right place for the perfect getaway. Our goal is to offer the nicest limited-term rental experience in the heart of the city (when we aren't staying there ourselves)!