Lents

Lents is a neighborhood in the southeastern part of Portland, Oregon, United States. It is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types and local commercial corridors; the neighborhood includes Lents Park, a community park offering green space, sports fields, and a recreation facility.

The origin of the name is not definitively documented; the term has been used since the early 20th century to refer to this part of the city.

In recent decades, Lents has undergone economic and demographic changes, with development initiatives aimed at revitalizing commercial corridors and improving housing affordability. The area is served by several city bus lines and is connected to the wider Portland road network.

Apart from being a place name, Lents is also used as a surname.

Lents is also recognized as a place name in Portland, where landmarks such as Lents Park contribute to the neighborhood’s identity and local sense of community.