Facility Overview

Lot #361 is an open-air surface parking facility strategically positioned at 2074 NW 20th Ave. in Portland, Oregon. Located at the vibrant crossroads of the historic Alphabet District and the fast-growing Slabtown neighborhood, this lot offers a dependable, ground-level parking solution in an area known for tight curbside spaces. The facility features a well-laid-out, single-level paved footprint designed for smooth two-way circulation, easy stall maneuverability, and straightforward ingress and egress. Because Lot #361 is an open-air parking facility with no overhead structures, decks, or low-hanging clearance barriers, it accommodates an exceptionally broad spectrum of vehicles. Standard sedans, compact hatchbacks, luxury crossovers, full-size pickup trucks (such as Ford F-150s and Chevrolet Silverados), large passenger SUVs (like Suburbans and Escalades), and commercial cargo or conversion vans can comfortably enter and park without fear of low-clearance damage.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Lot #361 places motorists within steps of Northwest Portland's premier dining, shopping, cultural, and recreational hotspots. Just two blocks west lies the bustling NW 21st Avenue corridor, while the famed boutique and café district of NW 23rd Avenue is reachable within an easy 5 to 7-minute stroll (0.3 miles). The surrounding Slabtown enclave is celebrated for its culinary prowess, putting parkers within immediate walking distance of culinary favorites like Breakside Brewery Slabtown, Besaw's, The Solo Club, Bistecca Wood Fire Steakhouse, Please Louise, and local artisan groceries at New Seasons Market.

Sports fans and event attendees will appreciate this lot as a strategic, stress-free alternative to downtown congestion. Providence Park—home to MLS Portland Timbers and NWSL Portland Thorns soccer matches—is approximately one mile south, making it a scenic 15 to 20-minute walk or a 5-minute hop via streetcar. Entertainment destinations such as Cinema 21, the Freakybuttrue Peculiarium, and the scenic trails of Lower Macleay Park leading into Forest Park are also nearby. Across the Willamette River, the Rose Quarter entertainment complex (Moda Center and Veterans Memorial Coliseum) is only a quick 6-minute drive via the Fremont or Broadway bridges.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Arriving and departing from Lot #361 is exceptionally smooth thanks to Portland's classic urban grid and proximity to key arterials. The lot has dedicated driveway access off NW 20th Avenue, linking swiftly north to NW Vaughn Street and south to NW Lovejoy and West Burnside streets. Drivers looking to connect to regional corridors benefit from instantaneous access to US-30 (Yeon Avenue / St. Helens Road) and the Interstate 405 (I-405 Stadium Freeway) corridor, providing rapid access to Interstate 5 (I-5) and US-26 toward Beaverton and the Sunset Highway corridor.

For parkers continuing on foot or taking public transportation, the Portland Streetcar North/South (NS) Line operates only a few blocks away along NW Lovejoy and NW Northrup streets, offering direct, frequent connections to the Pearl District, Downtown Portland, Portland State University, and the South Waterfront. TriMet bus lines 15 and 77 run along nearby corridors, and multiple BIKETOWN bike-share hubs are situated within two blocks for quick micro-mobility connections.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Open-air surface parking layout with wide driving aisles and clear stall striping
• Zero vertical clearance restrictions, making it 100% friendly for lifted trucks, high-roof vans, ski boxes, and oversized SUVs
• 24/7 unrestricted self-parking access, accommodating early morning commuters and late-night restaurant staff or patrons
• Automated contactless payment kiosks supporting all major credit and debit cards
• Mobile payment integration compatible with leading digital parking applications (such as ParkMobile or PayByPhone) for remote session extensions
• Dedicated accessible (ADA) parking spaces with unobstructed level access to pedestrian sidewalks
• Bright commercial security lighting illuminating the parking field during evening and overnight hours

Ideal For

• Shoppers, foodies, and nightlife enthusiasts visiting the NW 21st, NW 23rd, and Slabtown culinary corridors
• Soccer fans attending Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns fixtures at nearby Providence Park looking to bypass stadium traffic jams
• Local employees, business commuters, and remote workers utilizing coworking spaces and medical offices throughout the Northwest District
• Contractors and service technicians driving high-roof vans or utility trucks who require open-sky, clearance-free parking
• Residents and visitors needing reliable hourly, overnight, or weekend vehicle storage near local apartment communities

Visitor & Driver Tips

• Peak dining periods occur Friday through Sunday evenings; plan to arrive 15 minutes ahead of your reservation to guarantee a spot.
• Keep an eye out for Portland Streetcar rails and pedestrian crossings when navigating neighboring avenues such as NW Lovejoy and NW 21st.
• Take advantage of mobile pay options: photograph your license plate and enter your stall or zone info to extend your parking time directly from your smartphone without returning to the lot.
• Always practice standard urban vehicle safety by rolling up all windows, locking all doors, and hiding any shopping bags, electronics, or personal valuables completely out of sight.