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Apartments for Rent in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR
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    1417 SW 10Th Ave, Portland, OR 97201
    Studio $1,055+
    1 BED $1,500
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    1410 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97201
    Studio $880+
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    1720 SW 4Th Avenue, Portland, OR 97201
    Studio $1,315+
    1 BED $1,505+
    2+ BEDS $1,652+
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    1300 SW Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97201
    Studio $1,100+
    1 BED $1,719+
    2 BEDS $2,260+
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    1811 S River Dr, Portland, OR 97201
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    1 BED $1,580+
    2+ BEDS $2,095+
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    614 SW Jackson St, Portland, OR 97201
    Studio $1,119+
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    301 SW Lincoln St., Portland, OR 97201
    1 BED $1,270+
    2 BEDS $1,865+
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    1025 SW 11Th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
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    1 BED $1,100+
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    1177 SW Market Street, Portland, OR 97201
    Studio $1,447+
    1 BED $1,374+
    2 BEDS $2,711+
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    245 SW Lincoln St, Portland, OR 97201
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    1 BED $1,530+
    2 BEDS $2,205+
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    750 SW 9Th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
    Studio $1,426+
    1 BED $1,557+
    2 BEDS $2,530+
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    622 SW 9Th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205
    Studio $1,100
    1 BED $1,270
    2 BEDS $2,100
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    1525 SW Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97201
    Studio $1,122+
    1 BED $1,193+
    2+ BEDS $2,294+
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    411 SW 12Th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
    Studio $1,195
    1 BED $1,225
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    1221 SW 11Th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
    Studio $1,345+
    1 BED $1,428+
    2 BEDS $1,931
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    1124 SW Columbia Street, Portland, OR 97201
    1 BED $1,300
    2 BEDS $1,500
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    409 SW 12Th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
    Studio $1,185
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    245 SW Lincoln Street, Portland, OR 97201
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    1 BED $1,270+
    2 BEDS $1,680+
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    1312 SW 10Th Ave, Portland, OR 97201
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    2045 S River Parkway, Portland, OR 97201
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    2065 S River Parkway, Portland, OR 97201
    Studio $480+
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    2+ BEDS $1,413
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    523 SW 13Th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205
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    2073 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97201
    1 BED $1,099+
    2 BEDS $1,450
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    1551 SW Taylor Street, Portland, OR 97205
    Studio $1,342+
    1 BED $1,612
    2 BEDS $2,600+
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    230 SW Ash St., Portland, OR 97204
    Studio $1,295+
    1 BED $1,690+
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Average rent in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR

$1,786/mo Downtown Portland, Portland, OR average rental price, July 2023
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR is around $1,786.

Downtown Portland, Portland, OR apartment rent ranges

A share of 9% of apartments in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR have the cheapest rents between $701-$1,000. Around 28% of rentals are in the most expensive price range of > $2,000. Around 27% of Downtown Portland’s apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 36% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000.

Downtown Portland, Portland, OR rent trends

Getting around in Downtown Portland, OR

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Walker's Paradise
92 /100
Rider's Paradise
89 /100
Very Bikeable
Walk Score®: 98, Transit Score®: 92, Bike Score®: 89

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR last updated?

Prices and availability in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR were last updated on 1 Dec 2023.

What are the best apartments in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR?

The best apartments in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR are: Ongford Apartments, Regency Apartments, Cyan/PDX, Ladd and The Douglas.

What is the average rent in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR?

The average rent in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR is $1,786. Start your search for apartments in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR?

The price range for a studio apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR is between $480 and $5,301. View all studio apartments in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR is between $480 and $6,213. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR is between $1,185 and $9,590. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR is between $1,315 and $6,100. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR.

What type of rental buildings are in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR?

In Downtown Portland 75% of the housing is rented out compared to 25% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 64% of Downtown Portland’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 32% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 4% are single-family rentals.

Living in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR

Located on the west side of the Willamette River is downtown Portland, an artsy neighborhood with a central location that attracts young professionals, families and student renters attending Portland State University on the south side. Known for its pedestrian-friendly layout, downtown Portland packs every block with an incredible amount of entertainment without feeling the least bit overcrowded. Here, art culture reigns supreme when renting in downtown Portland, and a feeling of creativity colors the atmosphere with a young and hip energy.

Renters in downtown Portland live close to Chapman Elementary School, Ainsworth Elementary School, Briggs Middle School, Emerson Middle School and Lincoln High School, all provided by Portland Public Schools. The available hospitals when renting in downtown Portland include OHSU Hospital and Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center.

Renting in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR

Renters in downtown Portland walk to live shows at PNC Live Studio; the Star Theater and Starlight Lounge Music on Main; Kelly's Olympian; and a reliable stream of awesome live rock music at Dante's. Rentals are also a quick jaunt away from the Portland Art Museum, Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, Police Museum, Chinatown Museum and the Oregon Jewish Museum for Holocaust Education. Many of the early 20th-century buildings have been renovated into modern apartments for rent in studio, one- and two-bedroom layouts. Plus, downtown Portland also has luxury apartment rentals in high-rise towers with pools, designated outdoor parking, garages and other amenities. Many houses in downtown Portland are multifamily rentals, as well as smaller, single-family houses for rent with one to two bedrooms. There are no townhouse rentals in downtown Portland.

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Downtown Portland, Portland, OR demographics

  • 6,284Total Population
  • 2,973 Female
    3,311 Male
  • 35.8Median Age

In total, Downtown Portland, Portland, OR has 6,284 residents, 2,973 women and 3,311 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Downtown Portland’s population is 35.8.

Amenities in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR

All of the rentals in downtown Portland are conveniently within walking distance of live performances, art openings, gourmet restaurants, food trucks and shopping. For instance, the Pioneer Courthouse Square (often shortened to "Pioneer Square") is a centrally located historic area with stores, live music shows and Pioneer Place Shopping Mall. Renters also enjoy visiting landmarks such as the Lovejoy Columns, Terminal Sales Building, and First National Bank Building, as well as perusing the Portland State University Library, Multnomah Law Library and Southwest Ninth Avenue Library. Nearby parks include the Director Park, Shemanksi Park, Chapman Square, Keller Fountain Park, Pettygrove Park, PSU Park and Lownsdale Square. Of course, renters also have grocery stores like Safeway, Target Grocery and Trader Joe's. The two community centers in downtown Portland are Maybelle Center for Community and Eliot Center. Or, the Farmers' Market is close to the university and open on weekends.

Downtown Portland, Portland, OR households

  • 795 Family
    2,711 Non-family
  • 242 Children
    3,264 No Children
  • 3,506Total Number of Households
  • 1.47Average People Per Household
  • $54,760Median Household Income

There is a total of 3,506 households in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR. Of these, 242 have children and 3,264 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 795 family households and 2,711 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Downtown Portland is 1.47 people, on average. The median household annual income in Downtown Portland equals $54,760, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,281.

Transportation in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR

Whether on foot or using public transportation, downtown Portland has a compact design that allows renters to get to their destination fast. Namely, South Park Blocks take renters on a beautiful, 12-block stroll past public artwork, museums, restaurants and Portland State University. Or, downtown Portland has a monthly subscription-based, bike-sharing rental program called BikeShare. In addition to Uber and Lyft, renters also use a local ridesharing app called PDX WAV. Otherwise, public transportation is provided to renters by TriMet, which keeps downtown Portland connected by Blue, Red, Green, Yellow and Orange light rail lines. All public transportation - light rail, streetcars and buses - are free of charge when renting in downtown Portland. Finally, to get to Portland International Airport from downtown Portland, renters take the Red Line 12 miles northeast.

Downtown Portland, Portland, OR education statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 3% of the population in Downtown Portland, Portland, OR have no high school education, 16% went to high-school, and 23% have partially completed college. Moreover, 5% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 30% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 23% hold a Graduate Degree.

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