Dec. 13, 2025

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Scenes From The Exodus: Towne Storage

Artists and other creatives are losing affordable commercial space at a Central Eastside warehouse.

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In 2014, the market value of the Towne Storage building was listed at $3.9 million. — 1 of 6
In 2014, the market value of the Towne Storage building was listed at $3.9 million.
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Kabana in the elevator. — 2 of 6
Kabana in the elevator.

Joni Kabana in her 4th floor studio. With no running water, and aging infrastructure, she says the building has its challenges, but the feel, the price, and location were unbeatable. — 3 of 6
Joni Kabana in her 4th floor studio. With no running water, and aging infrastructure, she says the building has its challenges, but the feel, the price, and location were unbeatable.
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Towne Storage, built in 1916, is full of old-Portland detail — 4 of 6
Towne Storage, built in 1916, is full of old-Portland detail
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"I've noticed the vibe has changed. There's quite a bit of depression in the halls." ~ Photographer Joni Kabana — 5 of 6
"I've noticed the vibe has changed. There's quite a bit of depression in the halls." ~ Photographer Joni Kabana
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Bookseller David Abel had suspected a sale in months passed, having seen "people walking around with clipboards". But this time the sale appears to be real. — 6 of 6
Bookseller David Abel had suspected a sale in months passed, having seen "people walking around with clipboards". But this time the sale appears to be real.
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