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Greg Reid
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Last Modified: January 11, 2026

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Libbytown Neighborhood Overview

Planes, Trains, Sea Dogs—Tony’s At 7:10

15of 20 Portland Neighborhoods

🧭Bordered by: Fore River and Thompson's Point to the south and southeast, I-295 and the rail corridor on the east, Park Avenue and Congress Street along the north, Fore River Parkway, Mercy Fore River campus, and jetport woodlands forming the west

📌Widely recognized as the place for: Sea Dog charity race route and Thompson's Point

👕You can spot a Libbytown local by: Children's Museum merch, USM hoodie, and backpacks with Amtrak schedules

👍Move here for: Walk to Bissell Brothers, bike downtown, bolt to PWM

👎Don't say we didn't warn you about: game day traffic, jet noise, and confusing ramps

✨The overall feel is: Utility chic, surprise riverfront sunsets

frequent fliers with carry-ons as furniture

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Moving to Libbytown - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Portland or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Portland guide for the big-picture view — or compare Libbytown against other parts of the city in our Portland neighborhood guide.