About this Location

Facility Overview

Cyan Lot - Lot #140 is a strategically situated downtown parking facility located at 1720 SW 4th Avenue in the bustling southern core of Downtown Portland, Oregon. Situated adjacent to the notable Cyan / PDX residential community and right along the boundary of the Portland State University (PSU) campus, this parking facility provides practical and hassle-free vehicular access in an active commercial and academic district. Featuring straightforward bay layouts and direct entry from SW 4th Avenue, the parking facility accommodates a variety of vehicle profiles. Standard passenger sedans, compact crossovers, and small SUVs can maneuver with total ease. Drivers of full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and taller passenger vans will appreciate the generous clearance and manageable maneuvering room, making it a reliable alternative to older, tighter subterranean garages in the central business district.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The facility boasts an exceptional location that puts visitors within walking distance of many of downtown Portland’s premier cultural, civic, and academic destinations:

Portland State University (PSU): Just steps away (1 to 3 minutes on foot), providing optimal parking for PSU students, faculty, and campus event attendees.
Keller Auditorium: Located approximately two blocks north (a convenient 4-minute walk), making Lot #140 an ideal destination for Broadway in Portland shows, opera, ballet, and symphonic performances.
Keller Fountain Park & Ira Keller Forecourt: Directly across SW 3rd/4th Avenue, offering a tranquil urban oasis featuring renowned water cascades.
Gov. Tom McCall Waterfront Park: A quick 5-to-7-minute stroll east toward the Willamette River, perfect for visiting seasonal festivals, river walks, and the Hawthorne Bridge vista.
Portland City Hall & Multnomah County Courthouse: Situated within a 7-to-10-minute walk northward, serving legal professionals, government employees, and civic visitors.
South Park Blocks: A 5-minute walk west, leading to scenic tree-lined boulevards, local weekly farmers markets, and campus bookshops.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Accessing Cyan Lot - Lot #140 is streamlined via SW 4th Avenue, a major northbound one-way arterial slicing through downtown. Motorists arriving from the east or west via the I-405 loop or the Ross Island Bridge (US-26) can easily transition onto local street grids to access the facility within minutes. Departing the facility allows for rapid egress onto SW Market Street or SW 4th Avenue to re-enter major thoroughfares like I-5, I-405, and Hwy 26 without navigating heavy pedestrian-only zones. For commuters pairing driving with public transit, the location is outstanding: the MAX Light Rail (Green, Yellow, and Orange lines) stops at the nearby PSU Urban Center / SW 5th & Mill Street stations, and the Portland Streetcar (NS Line) operates along SW 10th and 11th avenues, facilitating quick hops throughout downtown and into the Pearl District or South Waterfront.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Automated Contactless Payment: Pay stations on site with support for mobile app transactions (such as Reef, ParkMobile, or pay-by-plate web links).
ADA Accessible Parking: Clearly designated accessible stalls positioned near pedestrian entry and exit routes.
Paved and Striped Stalls: Defined parking bays designed to maximize space and reduce door-ding risks.
Lighting & Visibility: Well-illuminated layout offering visibility during evening theater events and nocturnal campus visits.
Convenient Pedestrian Exits: Level access directly onto SW 4th Avenue for swift walking connections to adjacent office buildings and university facilities.

Ideal For

Keller Auditorium Theatergoers: Enjoy rapid ingress and bypass heavy post-show traffic queues typical of adjacent performance garages.
PSU Commuters: University students, professors, and academic guests needing predictable daily or hourly parking right beside classroom halls.
Downtown Business & Legal Visitors: Ideal for attending appointments at nearby corporate suites, legal firms, or municipal offices.
Riverfront & Festival Visitors: Practical, secure staging area for events held along the southern reaches of Tom McCall Waterfront Park.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Because SW 4th Avenue is a one-way street heading north, position your vehicle in the right lane after crossing SW Mill Street to guarantee a smooth turn into the lot entrance. When attending popular sellout performances at Keller Auditorium or major university events, arrive 30 to 45 minutes prior to curtain call to secure optimal spots and avoid peak pedestrian flows. Keep your vehicle registration or license plate number handy, as digital kiosks and parking apps generally require plate entry to activate valid parking time. To maintain vehicle safety in downtown Portland, always follow standard urban etiquette: never leave luggage, electronics, or personal belongings visible inside your car.