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Portland Overview

Named after its sister-city in coastal Maine, Portland, Oregon is a wonderful place to live. This Pacific Northwest hub has evolved into a popular center for visitors and locals and is considered a cosmopolitan, artistic, progressive and very environmentally friendly city. With a community of approximately 640,000 residents, Portland has become known for its reputation as a bastion of counterculture and its liberal political values. Portland is one of the greenest places to live, it is often awarded “most green cities” and “Greenest City in the U.S.”, it scored as the “8th most popular American City to live” in the 1009 Pew Research Center study, and in 2008 was awarded the title of “Greenest City in America” by Popular Science.

What is the history of Portland?

Portland was originally a trading center when first founded in the 1830s. The Oregon settlement’s population began to grow near the end of the Oregon Trail, first during local gold rushes, and then into a food and forest products processing site.

How is the weather in Portland?

Contrary to urban myth, it doesn’t rain in Portland every day. The climate is, however a temperate climate with both Mediterranean and oceanic features. Portland’s weather is characterized by cool, rainy winters and warm, dry summers that get little to no rainfall – the majority of rain occurs between November and February. Fall is warm, with the warmest being August. Both spring and fall bring variable weather including cold snaps and warm fronts, however, mild temperatures in the 50s and 60s °F are the average.

How do I get around town?

Transportation options are plenty in Portland. Getting in and out is easy enough through the Portland International Airport. No matter where your apartment is located, there’s a way to get from there to where you want to go – there are two routes offered by the city-owned Portland Streetcar that cover the downtown and Central City-adjacent districts, the Metropolitan Area Express (MAX) light rail system’s five lines connect the suburbs to the city, and the TriMet’s buses cover the rest of the city. Additionally, the WES Commuter rail connects Portland's western suburbs, linking Wilsonville and Beaverton, and if you want to share a car, there is U-Haul Car Share, Getaround, Car2Go and Zipcar services available for city residents and some suburbs. Portland’s commuter aerial cableway, the Portland Aerial Tram links the Oregon Health & Science University Campus and the Williamette River’s South Waterfront District. If you’re into biking, you’re in luck – Portland is one of the most bicycle-friendly places, and will soon even have a 600-bike bake share program that will make getting from your apartment to your destination a breeze.

What is the Portland commute like?

While Portland ranks at number 13 on the list of American cities with the most traffic congestion, the average one-way commute only takes 24 minutes. The I-5 connects Portland to Southern Oregon, the Williamette Valley and California to the south, and goes north to Washington, the I-205 freeway loops with the I-405 on the east to the Portland International airport and around the central downtown area. Other routes include the US 26, US 30 and the I-84.

What are the local media outlets?

Portland’s general-interest daily news needs are served by the Oregonian. Other weekly and periodic newspapers include the alternative weekly Williamette Week, the Portland Tribune, The Asian Reporter, the weekly African-American The Skanner, and The Portland Mercury, which targets younger urban readers.

Why live in Portland, OR?

Known affectionately as 'The City of Roses', Portland apartments have much more than simple natural beauty to offer residents. From nationally-known culinary hot spots to a huge assortment of cultural destinations ranging from art galleries to museums, this north-western city is a great place to call home

What Portland landmarks should I see?

Every year, more than 10,000 ambitious people try to climb Mount Hood’s massive 11,240-foot summit, which is Oregon's number one landmark. Portland also boasts one of the West Coast’s most impressive historic commercial districts, with buildings that were built in the mid-to-late-19th century featuring cast iron fronts and High Victorian architectural styles. Local residents and tourists alike enjoy visiting the Sunken Village Archeological Site to see the well-preserved remains of a mid-13th to mid-18th century Chinookan village. In southwest Portland, the beautiful Piggot Castle is a popular attraction. Students attend the Portland State University and the University of Portland.

What is there to do around Portland?

Apartment residents who love sports will love Portland. Home to two major league sports franchises: the Portland Timbers, and the Portland Trail Blazers as well as the National Women’s Soccer League, Portland has sporting events year-round. Foodies also find Portland welcoming. Named by CNN and the U.S. News & World Report and other publications as the best city in the world for street food, Portland offers over 600 licensed food carts to choose from. If you enjoy trying new beers, you’ll find a bar near your restaurant to test some out -- Portland has more independent microbreweries and total breweries than any city in the world. There are 58 breweries in the city and more than 70 in the surrounding Metro area. In addition to being ranked as one of the best cities for food, Portland is known as one of the most vegan and vegetarian-friendly cities in the U.S. Portland is a dream city for bicycle enthusiasts, and is an elite bicycle racing destination, with the Oregon Bicycle Racing Association supporting hundreds of official bicycle-related events every year. If art is your passion, check out the first-class Portland Art Museum, the oldest art museum in the Pacific Northwest, featuring a collection of 42,000 objects.

Any annual festivals or Portland events to know?

Portland is home to the Rosebud and Thorn Pageant, and the Portland Rose Festival which is held annually in June. There are a variety of beer and brewing and beer festivals as well, including the Tom McCall Waterfront Park’s Oregon Brewers Festival at the end of July, the Holiday Ale Festival, the North American Organic Brewer’s Festival, the Spring Beer and Wine Festival, and the Portland International Beerfest, to name a few.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

The Wildspring Gust Habitat in nearby Port Oxnard boasts five cabins and offers open- air slate hot-tubbing overlooking the Pacific Ocean, relaxing meditation alcoves and a labyrinth walk. At the Sunriver Resort, the entire family will find adventures to embark on. You can visit the on-site observatory to see the night sky, paddle the Deschutes River, snowshoe, go for a sailplane excursion, or hang by the pool. Hikers and backpackers will enjoy trekking into the 180,000-acre Kalmiopsis Wilderness Area.

Where is the best place to move in Portland?

If you are young and new to the Portland area, chances are an apartment in the NW Portland district will be home to your first apartment. It features neighborhoods directly adjacent to the city center, with high-rise condos and historic walk-ups that are a favorite of young professionals, students, and families. The Northwest area has another perk if you’re looking for love: according to the U.S. Census, the resident population is a median age of 34, with 80 percent being singles. NE Portland is more suited to people looking for a trendy destination for eating, drinking and window shopping in the Boise and Alberta Arts districts. An apartment downtown will put you within walking distance to the Max lines, streetcars and 32 bus lines. It also offers a “Free Rail Zone” running through downtown and the Lloyd District for residents who are vehicle-free.

Known affectionately as 'The City of Roses', Portland apartments have much more than simple natural beauty to offer residents. From nationally-known culinary hot spots to a huge assortment of cultural destinations ranging from art galleries to museums, this north-western city is a great place to call home.

As your ultimate Portland apartment resource it's our goal to make your shopping experience as stress-free as possible by delivering top notch listings for apartments in Portland with all of the photos, floor plans, and community info you need to find the perfect place. Sort by bedroom count, price ranges, and your favorite amenities to narrow down your choices. So leave your cares behind and search through our wide array for Portland listings! Whether you're browsing the apartments in Buckman and near the the Pearl District or are a student out in Beaverton looking for the best options in college apartments on the West side of Portland, you're sure to find your place here.

Then - once you've found your new home from ApartmentHomeLiving.com, also let us help guide you to some of the sights to see in Portland as well. Settled in 1843, Portland quickly became populated as an early logging town. The heritage still shines through today with historic destinations such as the World Forestry Center. Spend a truly unique afternoon exploring the Portland Bathtub Art Museum, or get lost in the natural wonder of the Portland, OR Japanese Gardens. Is food your passion? Satisfy that hunger for world-class cuisine with an unforgettable meal at one of the many fine restaurants all over the area.

A natural jewel of the west coast, Portland apartments have something to offer for everyone. Start your search today and start living the good life in the City of Roses tomorrow!

Portland, OR
Population: 653,115

Ranked #25

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Portland, OR

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

85 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Portland

How much are Studio apartments in Portland?

There are currently 823 Studio Apartments in Portland with rent ranges from $700 to $7,094 with an average price of $1,476.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Portland Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Portland ranges from $800 to $14,027 with an average monthly rent of $1,895.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Portland cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Portland range from $1,095 to $20,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,337.

How expensive are Portland Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 828 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Portland on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,400 to $10,000 - averaging $2,634 for the location.

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