Facility Overview
The open-air parking facility located along SE 82nd Avenue in Portland, Oregon (ZIP 97266) offers essential ground-level parking within one of Southeast Portland’s busiest transit and commercial corridors. Positioned between the vibrant Jade District, Foster-Powell, and Lents neighborhoods, this surface lot features standard stall layouts and wide drive aisles designed to accommodate high-turnover daily traffic. Because it is a level open-air lot, there are no vertical clearance restrictions or low overhead decks, making it completely accessible for standard commuter sedans, compact hatchbacks, large pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and commercial high-roof service vans. Clear sightlines and well-marked stall striping provide hassle-free parking during day and evening hours.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
This parking location serves as a versatile launchpad for shopping, dining, and local services across the SE 82nd Avenue corridor. Situated within moments of Eastport Plaza Shopping Center, visitors have direct access to anchor retailers, casual dining establishments, and entertainment options such as Century Theatres. The bustling Jade District—famed for its international grocery markets, dim sum, authentic Vietnamese pho, and community night markets—is just minutes away. Additionally, the facility is within easy striking distance of Portland Community College Southeast Campus, the multi-use Springwater Corridor trail, and the growing collection of craft taprooms and eateries situated along SE Foster Road and Lents Town Center.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Ingress and egress are easily managed directly via SE 82nd Avenue (Oregon Route 213), with secondary access points via adjacent side streets facilitating smooth merging even during peak commuter traffic. SE 82nd Avenue is one of the region’s primary north-south surface arterials, connecting drivers quickly to Interstate 205 (I-205) via SE Foster Road or SE Powell Boulevard. For transit riders, TriMet’s frequent-service Bus Line 72 runs right along 82nd Avenue, providing rapid links north to the MAX Blue, Red, and Green light rail lines at the 82nd Ave MAX Station and south toward the Clackamas Town Center transit hub. The MAX Green Line stations at SE Holgate and SE Flavel are also within a short drive or bus connection.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Level open-air surface lot with straightforward maneuvering space
- No overhead height restrictions, welcoming lifted trucks, roof boxes, and high-roof vans
- Clear stall striping and designated accessible (ADA) parking spaces
- Nighttime floodlighting across main parking aisles
- Rapid connectivity to TriMet Line 72 and nearby I-205 freeway ramps
- Multiple driveway access cuts to facilitate safe traffic ingress and egress
Ideal For
- Shoppers and diners visiting retail centers, restaurants, and grocers along SE 82nd Ave
- Commuters seeking convenient parking adjacent to major TriMet bus and MAX connector routes
- Students and faculty commuting to Portland Community College Southeast Campus
- Tradespeople, contractors, and road-trippers driving oversized pickups or vans requiring unlimited overhead clearance
- Community members attending cultural events and night markets across the Jade District
Visitor & Driver Tips
SE 82nd Avenue carries substantial traffic volumes during morning and evening rush hours; drivers planning to turn left across traffic should consider utilizing signalized intersections or side streets during peak hours for easier entry. While open surface parking allows swift vehicle turnarounds, drivers should always adhere to standard urban precautions: lock your doors, keep windows rolled up, and place all bags, electronics, and personal valuables completely out of sight before walking away from your vehicle.
