Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kerns Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (37 Rentals)

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Grand Oak Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Oak Apartments

400-418 SE Grand AvePortland, OR 97214
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The Vintage
Studio Apartments

The Vintage

3046-3056 NE Holladay StPortland, OR 97232
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Del Rey Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Del Rey Apartments

2555 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97232
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Weidler Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Weidler Commons

1529 NE 21st AvePortland, OR 97232
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Glee Apartments
Studio Apartments

Glee Apartments

455 NE 24th AvePortland, OR 97232
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Parkview Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Commons

831 NE 29th AvePortland, OR 97232
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The Whitney
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Whitney

411 SE 14th AvePortland, OR 97214
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Washington High
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington High

1335 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97214
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The Brim Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Brim Apartments

1206 SE Ankeny StPortland, OR 97214
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Vintage Courtyard
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage Courtyard

2300 NE Halsey StPortland, OR 97232
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Park Lawn Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lawn Apartments

2457-2525 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97232
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The Alexander
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Alexander

50 SE 13th AvePortland, OR 97214
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Kalani Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kalani Apartments

3030 SE Pine StPortland, OR 97214
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Kerns, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kerns Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kerns area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Koz on 13th priced from $952. Sullivan's Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable Kerns apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Koz on 13thStudioStudio,1BA$952
Sullivan's RidgeS1-AStudio,1BA$1,045
The MerrickPlan STC 1Studio,1BA$1,167
Buckman HeightsStudio - Income Restrictions ApplyStudio,1BA$1,183
Skylar GrandStudio 01DStudio,1BA$1,185
Jute ApartmentsLinen.IRStudio,1BA$1,224
Central Eastside LoftsBUCKMAN LOFT1BR,1BA$1,240
The Brim ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$1,248
UnionC.41BR,1BA$1,250
Grant Park VillageStudio A- HenshawStudio,1BA$1,274

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kerns, OR

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kerns area is the $1.98 price per square foot 2x2 Den Penthouse Classic Model at The Payton in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $3,552. The second greatest value Kerns apartment is the 2B1B Model at The Cornerstone Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Cully neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kerns apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Payton2x2 Den Penthouse Classic2BR,2BA$1.98
The Cornerstone Apartments2B1B2BR,1BA$2.02
Sullivan's RidgeD-Loft2BR,2BA$2.20
DorianTwo-bedroom, One bathroom2BR,1BA$2.42
Parkview Apartments1bd1ba2fl 7501BR,1BA$1.99
Skylar Grand1 Bedroom 11F1BR,1BA$2.57
UnionB.21BR,1BA$2.50
East of ElevenRichmond1BR,1BA$2.42
Central Eastside LoftsBUCKMAN LOFT1BR,1BA$2.34
Buckman HeightsStudio - Income Restrictions ApplyStudio ,1BA$2.53

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Oregon and customized analysis for Central Portland, OR. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Kerns Neighborhood in Portland, OR

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

68 / 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.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kerns Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kerns?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kerns is at Koz on 13th listed at $952.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kerns Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kerns Apartment is $1,240 at Central Eastside Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kerns Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kerns is starting from $1,675 at Sullivan's Ridge.

What is the most affordable Kerns Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kerns Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Skylar Grand and starts from $1,584.

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