
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Kerns Neighborhood of Portland, OR (75 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Kerns area of Portland that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Kerns, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kerns?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kerns Studio Apartments | $1,565 | $1,045 | $3,534 |
Kerns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $1,010 | $10,000+ |
Kerns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,752 | $1,519 | $8,701 |
Kerns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,542 | $2,700 | $3,972 |
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Most Pet Friendly Kerns Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Kerns area of Portland, OR that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Payton with prices starting from $1,426 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Sandy Lofts scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,210. Here are the most Pet Friendly Kerns apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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The Payton | 4/4 | Sullivan's Gulch | $1,426 |
Sandy Lofts | 3.8/4 | Kerns | $1,210 |
Hassalo on Eighth | 3.6/4 | Lloyd District | $1,199 |
5 MLK | 3.6/4 | Central Eastside | $1,499 |
Sullivan's Ridge | 3.4/4 | Sullivan's Gulch | $1,045 |
Lower Burnside Lofts | 3.4/4 | Buckman | $1,319 |
Splash Apartments | 3.2/4 | Kerns | $1,520 |
Homeroom Apartments | 3.2/4 | Buckman | $1,300 |
Tempo PDX | 3.2/4 | Kerns | $1,369 |
Anthem PDX | 3.2/4 | Buckman | $1,401 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Kerns
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Kerns of Kerns is the S1 Model at Sullivan's Ridge, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,184. The second cheapest Kerns Pet Friendly apartment is the Elwood-E2a Studio unit at Hassalo on Eighth starting at $1,199. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Kerns apartments:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Sullivan's Ridge | S1 | $1,184 |
Hassalo on Eighth | Elwood-E2a | $1,199 |
Sandy Lofts | S5-SAN | $1,210 |
Homeroom Apartments | S-548 | $1,300 |
Tempo PDX | Studio A1 | $1,369 |
Anthem PDX | Studio A1d | $1,415 |
The Payton | Studio A | $1,426 |
Lower Burnside Lofts | A3 | $1,508 |
Splash Apartments | U8.3P | $1,520 |
5 MLK | Floor Plan 5 | $1,574 |
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Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with little ones, location matters. Kerns has established a name for itself as a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and having the best education available.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to the outdoors is something they look for when they rent. This residential area is a highly-rated residential submarket for its parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Have dogs or cats? This part of town has come to be one of the best-regarded communities for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
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 Pet Friendly Kerns Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Kerns?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Kerns is at Sullivan's Ridge listed at $1,045.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Kerns Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Kerns is $2,299.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Kerns Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Kerns is a 2,392 square feet unit starting from $1,520 at Splash Apartments.
What is the average size for Kerns Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Kerns is currently at 484 sq ft.
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