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r/Portland•
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Long-term vehicle storage options?

I moved to the Pearl district last month and found that basically the whole area is metered parking with no permitting system. I looked at some garages but besides being pretty expensive, many lack the clearance needed for my van / are not very thrilled if I mention I’m basically looking for somewhere to park for long stretches of time, e.g. I’m not commuting with my vehicle.

Right now I’m paying for a parking spot a 15 min bike ride away, and the main issue is that I get a bit nervous given it is out of sight and in a fairly populated neighborhood. Since parking it closer doesn’t seem to be an option, I am wondering if people know of places further afield that it could be parked. Anywhere within several miles or on a public transit line would be great if it’s less visible. I basically only drive it for road trips so I’m less concerned with proximity than I am about security / chances of break-in.

Thanks for any suggestions

Posted Jun 3, 2021, 5:56 AM UTC

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KemShafu•

If you live in a zone, you can get yearly parking for 75$ a year. It’s still on street but you won’t get ticketed.

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-donethat•

Some zones are maxed out on the permits. So try and be prepared.

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Eddie-fuzzmunster•

Unfortunately parking on the west side has sucked for the last 20 years and is expensive. I hope it doesn’t happen but your vehicle will eventually get broken into or stolen, or parts cut off it, even in the Pearl. Portland as a whole has turned into one huge crime scene especially for car burglary and theft. Since you car is only used for road trips try checking out the U Store It kind of places, some have car storage lots that keep your car behind security fences so try them out. Hope this helps.

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binaryOP•

Thanks I'll give U Store a call. I moved from the bay area, Land of Many Break-ins, and somehow avoided this happening but agree it's a matter of time.

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bendivin•

I would recommend you find an RV storage lot. I park mine in Beaverton near Nike in a secured lot for about $140/mo. Much safer than leaving it on the street somewhere

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wildwalrusaur•

Most public storage facilities have parking spots you can rent. They're cheaper than parking downtown, but still cost a fair bit.

Honestly if you're using your car that rarely is it even worth keeping? Might be worth looking into like a zipcar membership, or just renting when you need it. It might work out to be cheaper than insurance, parking, and maintenance.

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hellohello9898•

It would probably be cheaper to just pay your lease break fee and move to a building with an underground parking garage. Or even a building with street parking since at least you’d be closer to check on the car.

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HopscotchThroughLife•

$200/month for anywhere West side. There are lots in inner SE that run about $100.

Center map in SE, search "parking lots" and you'll see four or five. Good luck

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binaryOP•

Well, I'm paying about that much for the current spot, but it doesn't really solve my problem of not knowing if my van is broken into on any given day. I dunno.

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