Steve and Irene's condo is a fantastic home base for exploring Portland. The space is just as described and shown in the photos. The open view to the river was a beautiful treat every day. We live in New York City, so our tolerance for noise and activity may be higher than some but we found the apartment quiet and liked seeing the occasional joggers who passed by on the boardwalk below the condo. There is plenty to see by foot and easy light rail access a few blocks away, and with a car you're centrally located to explore neighborhoods on both sides of the river.