Gresham

Gresham is a city in Multnomah County, Oregon, spreading across the eastern edge of the Portland metropolitan area near the foothills of the Cascade Range. The city covers residential neighborhoods on gentle slopes, parks along creek corridors and commercial zones near major thoroughfares.

The city emerged in the late 19th century as a farming settlement and was officially founded in 1905. Over the following decades it grew through annexation of surrounding areas and developed into one of the larger cities in Oregon.

The sixteen distinct neighborhoods of Gresham maintain their individual character through local events, community gardens, and neighborhood associations.

Visitors reach the city via Interstate 84 or US Route 26 from Portland and by the Blue Line light rail. Local bus routes connect different neighborhoods and parks throughout the area.

A large campus college sits within the city and offers educational programs for the eastern part of the county. The institution also serves as a venue for community events and cultural activities.

Location: Multnomah County

Inception: 1905

Elevation above the sea: 91.7 m

Website: http://greshamoregon.gov

GPS coordinates: 45.50361,-122.43944

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:58