Facility Overview
Situated in the bustling West End district of Downtown Portland, 728 SW 13th Ave Parking provides accessible and practical parking directly positioned between SW Morrison Street and SW Yamhill Street. The facility operates as an open-air surface parking lot, featuring straightforward circulation, wide driving aisles, and well-demarcated parking stalls. Because it is an outdoor lot with no low-hanging overhead ceilings or overhead structural beams, the location easily accommodates standard sedans, compact crossovers, large pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and commercial high-roof vans without the vertical clearance anxieties typical of older downtown multi-level garages.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
This parking destination sits at the crossroads of Portland\'s West End, Downtown retail core, and the Goose Hollow sports corridor. Major nearby destinations within quick walking distance include:
- Providence Park: Located just five blocks west (under an 8-minute walk), making it a premier spot for Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns soccer match days.
- McMenamins Crystal Ballroom: An iconic live music venue situated roughly four blocks north along W Burnside Street (a 5-to-6-minute walk).
- Director Park & Pioneer Courthouse Square: Located just four blocks east, granting quick pedestrian access to shopping, outdoor civic gatherings, and seasonal markets.
- Multnomah County Central Library: A historic landmark library branch three blocks to the east on SW 10th Avenue.
- Downtown Portland Cultural & Dining Scene: Steps away from popular restaurants, craft cocktail lounges, indie boutiques, and coffee houses along SW 11th, 12th, and 13th Avenues.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Navigating to and from the lot is exceptionally convenient due to its proximity to regional corridors and transit networks. Drivers entering from Interstate 405 (the Stadium Freeway) can take immediate exits onto SW 12th Avenue or SW 6th/Clay and reach SW 13th Avenue within minutes. Ingress into the lot is directly off SW 13th Avenue, with convenient curb cuts designed for smooth entry and exit even during busy traffic windows. For multi-modal commuters, the lot is located adjacent to TriMet MAX Light Rail lines operating along SW Morrison (Eastbound) and SW Yamhill (Westbound), with the nearest station platforms just one to two blocks away, linking drivers directly to the Blue and Red MAX lines.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-air surface parking footprint offering generous open headroom for oversized vehicles and tall roof racks.
- Automated contactless payment kiosks on-site accepting all major credit and debit cards.
- Mobile payment integration supporting major parking applications such as ParkMobile and Reef/City Center mobile portals.
- ADA-accessible designated stalls situated on level asphalt for easy mobility.
- Perimeter lighting and night visibility supporting late-night venue exits.
- Direct walking access to MAX light rail platforms and Portland Streetcar stops.
Ideal For
- Soccer fans attending Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns fixtures at nearby Providence Park.
- Concertgoers enjoying live entertainment at the Crystal Ballroom or Roseland Theater.
- Downtown office commuters and hybrid professionals working in the West End and Central Business District.
- Weekend visitors seeking shopping, dining, and gallery excursions in downtown Portland and the Pearl District border.
Visitor & Driver Tips
On Timbers and Thorns game days or during major concert performances at the Crystal Ballroom, stalls fill rapidly; arriving 45 to 60 minutes prior to kickoff or curtain call is strongly encouraged. Always pay attention to posted signage regarding special event rates and match-day fee adjustments. Make note of your license plate number prior to approaching the automated pay station or entering it into the mobile payment app, as parking verification is enforced digitally by license plate recognition.
