Tigard, Oregon

Tigard is a city of about 48,000 in Washington County, Oregon. It's about 11 miles southwest of Portland, and it's about a 30 minute to an hour drive, depending on traffic. Tigard is fairly diverse, with about a 9% Hispanic population, 6% Asian, 2% African American, and 86% White, it has more Asian and Hispanic faces than some other Portland communities. Tigard is fairly middle to uppper middle class in income, with an average household income of about $52,000; for a family it's about $62,000.

Tigard is known as a very quiet, pleasant, clean, and family friendly town. Tri Met buslines run through the city, and a MAX light rail commuter line has been started.

Apartments and Neighborhoods in Tigard

Rental facilities tend to be clustered near route 99W. Main Street Village on SW Main Street is near highway 217. Other choices include Pacific Crest Apartments on SW Murdock Street, Timerline Apartments on SW 109th, Arbor Heights Apartment Homes on SW Roya, and Cross Creek on SW Hemlock Street. You might also consider the neighboring communities of Lake Oswego to the east, or King City to the west.

Things to Do in Tigard

Tigard often seems like it's part of Portland, and there are plenty of conveniences and amenities. The Bridgeport shopping area in Tigard is a favorite with shoppers, offering a Whole Foods Market among other stores. For a little Tigard local history, try a tour of the John Tigard house, one belonging to the family that founded the town, near SW Canterbury Lane and SW 103rd Street. Tigard has over 300 acres of parks, so there is no shortage of green and wetlands to get out and enjoy. There's also a skate park for the kids, or brave adults. A quiet and beautiful place to get away from it all in Old Town Portland is the Portland Classical Chinese Garden at NW Park Avenue, with serene pools, walkways, and pavilions. Film Action Oregon and the