The home of the "Pow Wow Tree," Gladstone, OR is a southern Portland suburb with plenty of open space and natural areas to explore. Home to approximately 11,600 people, Gladstone embodies all the small town charm any Oregonian could ask for. Gladstone apartments for rent put you minutes from the attractions and job opportunities in Portland as well as only a few miles from Lake Oswego and other outdoor areas.
Many different tribes, including the Multnomah and the Clackamas, lived here and regularly traded at an area in town called the Pow Wow tree. The tree was also used by tribes to conduct community affairs and wedding ceremonies. The Pow Wow tree still remains today.
Gladstone is a great location that is accessible to hundreds of employers in Clackamas County. Some of the region's major employers include Clean-Pak International, Ingram Entertainment, US Reddaway, and Consolidated Metco Inc.
Gladstone residents who are looking to further their education have a range of institutions to choose from. Clackamas Community College in Oregon City offers a number of associate programs, while Reed College, located in Portland, is considered one of the most prestigious schools on the West Coast.
Outdoor recreation is at its finest in Gladstone. The Clackamas River is only minutes away, and offers the perfect opportunity to go canoeing or enjoy other water sports. Oswego Lake, located in the city of Lake Oswego, is also a beautiful natural area that residents in Gladstone apartments love to explore. For residents in town, a number of local parks provide green spaces that are a short walk or bike ride away.
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