# South Waterfront, Portland (OR): best fit for…

> South Waterfront is best-fit for healthcare (ohsu), life sciences, biotech, university research.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Tier: prime.
- Tenant fit: Healthcare (OHSU), life sciences, biotech, university research.
- Average rent $38/sqft/yr.

## Key facts
- **city**: Portland (OR)
- **submarket**: South Waterfront
- **tier**: prime
- **averageRentLocal**: $38/sqft/yr
- **cityClassARentUsd**: $32/sqft/yr
- **cityVacancyPct**: 27.8%

## FAQ
### Is South Waterfront the right fit for my office?
Healthcare (OHSU), life sciences, biotech, university research. If your profile aligns, yes. If your priority is cost over address, consider value-tier submarkets first.

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Citation: Source: Class A Atlas (https://classa.info/cities/portland-or/south-waterfront/topics/best-for), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.