About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the heart of Portland at 132 NW Broadway, this downtown parking facility offers an exceptionally practical and easily accessible parking solution on the border of Old Town Chinatown and the vibrant Pearl District. Operating primarily as an open-air surface parking lot, the facility allows drivers to bypass the tight ramps, narrow corners, and low clearance ceilings common in multi-level underground parking garages. Because there are no overhead clearance restrictions, the lot effortlessly accommodates high-profile vehicles, including lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, passenger vans, and light commercial vehicles with roof racks or cargo carriers, alongside standard passenger sedans and compact cars. The layout provides clearly marked vehicle stalls and ample turning space to facilitate stress-free maneuvers during peak arrival and departure periods.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This Broadway corridor location places drivers within easy walking distance of Portland’s most celebrated cultural, dining, and nightlife destinations. Music and entertainment lovers will appreciate being just a 3-minute walk (under two blocks) from the historic Roseland Theater and the legendary Star Theater, making it a premier parking choice for evening concerts and live performances. Video game enthusiasts and casual diners are merely steps away from Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade and the iconic treats at Voodoo Doughnut. Book lovers can stroll just four blocks west to explore Powell’s City of Books on Burnside Street, while those seeking tranquility can walk three blocks northeast to experience the classical beauty of the Lan Su Chinese Garden. Additionally, the trendy boutiques, art galleries, and acclaimed brewpubs of the Pearl District—including Deschutes Brewery and 10-Barrel Brewing—are easily accessible on foot within five to ten minutes.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Entering and exiting the lot is straightforward, with direct driveway ingress from NW Broadway, a prominent northbound arterial that feeds smoothly across the Broadway Bridge to the Moda Center, Rose Quarter, and Lloyd District. Egress leads conveniently to the surrounding one-way grid system, offering direct routes south to West Burnside Street and the downtown core, or west into the Pearl District and Interstate 405. For those connecting with regional public transit, the location is unbeatable: the MAX Light Rail Green and Yellow lines run along the transit mall on NW 5th and 6th Avenues just one block east, while several TriMet bus lines have stops directly along NW Broadway and Burnside. The Portland Streetcar lines are also reachable within a few blocks along NW 10th and 11th Avenues.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking with unrestricted vertical clearance, ideal for large SUVs, trucks, and vans.
Contactless and mobile payment convenience through major parking apps such as ParkMobile and Reef/City Center pay-by-cell options, alongside on-site automated pay kiosks.
Designated ADA accessible parking stalls conveniently located near lot entrances.
High-visibility perimeter with urban street lighting to aid evening pedestrian visibility.
Rapid access to arterial thoroughfares and bridges connecting to inner Eastside venues.

Ideal For

Concertgoers and Nightlife Seekers: Walking distance to Roseland Theater, Star Theater, Darcelle XV, and Chinatown nightlife venues.
Tourists and Daytime Explorers: Perfectly placed for visiting Powell’s Books, Lan Su Chinese Garden, and the Pearl District shopping district.
Downtown Commuters: Convenient daily and multi-hour parking for local office workers, creatives, and independent contractors in the North Broadway area.
Oversized Vehicle Drivers: An essential alternative to height-restricted downtown garages for high-roof trucks and cargo vans.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When attending high-profile weekend events at the Roseland Theater or downtown nightlife hotspots, spaces can fill rapidly; aiming to arrive 30 to 45 minutes prior to showtime will ensure a stress-free parking spot. Always review posted signage at the pay station to confirm the required payment method—most spaces utilize pay-by-plate systems where you must enter your license plate number into the mobile app or kiosk before heading off. As with all urban downtown open surface lots, drivers are advised to practice standard city safety precautions: conceal or remove all valuables, electronics, bags, and charging cords from plain sight prior to leaving your vehicle.