106 movers in Gresham
"DO NOT book with MetroHop Relocation. As you can see by these reviews, there is a theme with their service. The sales call and team, great. Very communicative and responsive. However, the service itself has been absolutely unacceptable. MetroHop c..."
"We inadvertantly used this company to ship a car across country. We had gone through a well rated consolidator. The pick up of the car was on time (after the day / date moved around a bit). We were promised 7 to 10 day delivery from day of pick..."
"TL;DR - Movers cracked the television (insufficiently wrapped in couple blankets) and caused significant damage to dining table (after we told them multiple times to pay attention to the corners) - collectively over $1000 of damage. This was the s..."
"I hired North Coast Moving and Storage (Allied) to move cross country from Seattle to Connecticut. I stored the entire contents of my house at Siracusa Moving & Storage in Connecticut for 2 months while I closed on my new house. Siracusa Moving & ..."
"Working with Hansen for our move from Seattle to Buffalo was a mistake. Our stuff has finally arrived, over 3 weeks past the end of the promised window. After having a wonderful experience moving with them across town in Seattle in 2019, we figur..."
"We were assigned this company through the military for our overseas move, and unfortunately, our experience was extremely disappointing. This was our first PCS move, and it quickly became stressful due to how our belongings were handled. When our..."
"Original price quote was $1,674 for a one bedroom apartment with 286 cu ft. Price actually charged at time of pick up on June 30th was $1,675 based on 300 cu. ft. $150 in parking materials (even though it says they are free on the form), for a t..."
What to know when moving to Gresham, OR
Gresham at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 55.7% of residents are renters and the median household income is $61,793.
- The Major Draw:
- Affordable median gross rent at $1,604, allowing for diverse living options.
- The Reality Check:
- A poverty rate of 16.3% indicates some economic challenges in the area.
- Commute:
- Only 3.4% of residents use public transit for their commute.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median home value of $418,100 if you're considering buying.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
Gresham has a population of 38,471 and a median household income of $61,793, which shapes its housing market.
- Median gross rent is $1,604, making it accessible compared to many nearby areas.
- Median owner-occupied home value stands at $418,100, reflecting local market conditions.
- 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, contributing to the character of the community.
- With a poverty rate of 16.3%, it highlights some economic diversity in living conditions.
- 55.7% of the population are renters, indicating a balanced housing market.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Schools & Higher Ed
Gresham residents have access to several educational institutions in the surrounding area, reflecting a commitment to higher education.
- Total of 13 postsecondary institutions nearby.
- 11 of these institutions have College Scorecard data available.
- Notable local schools include Mt Hood Community College and several colleges in Portland.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific weather data is unavailable, Gresham offers a variety of parks for outdoor enthusiasts.
- Mt. Tabor Park - 4.8 stars (6,633 reviews)
- Laurelhurst Park - 4.7 stars (4,937 reviews)
- Powell Butte Nature Park - 4.7 stars (3,500 reviews)
- Blue Lake Regional Park - 4.4 stars (2,399 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.