6905 N Jersey St
PortlandOR97203
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the St. Johns Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $900 (19 Rentals)
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Bridgeview Apartments
6816 N Trumbull AvePortland, OR 97203
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from $1,187Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cathedral Village
6520 N Salem AvePortland, OR 97203
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9840 N Lombard St
PortlandOR97203
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from $1,195Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Marvel 29
7227 N Philadelphia AvePortland, OR 97203
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Cathedral Park
6855 N Burlington AvePortland, OR 97203
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Parkside Commons
8778 N Columbia BlvdPortland, OR 97203
7437 N Saint Louis Ave
PortlandOR97203
9222 N Lombard St
PortlandOR97203
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St. Johns - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Portland
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Portland by our Portland, OR Local Expert Chad Deitchley. See how it ranks!
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Portland’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Portland and the best places to live with original content written by our Portland, OR Local Expert Chad Deitchley
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from $1,114Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Plum Meadows
1919 W 34th StVancouver, WA 98660
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St. Johns, Portland, OR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Johns?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Johns Studio Apartments | $1,293 | $1,095 | $1,450 |
| St. Johns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,341 | $1,106 | $1,900 |
| St. Johns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $1,295 | $2,595 |
| St. Johns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,562 | $2,545 |
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Cheapest Available St. Johns Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the St. Johns area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Bridgeview Apartments priced from $1,106. Plum Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,114. Here are the most affordable St. Johns apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,106 |
| Plum Meadows | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
| Marvel 29 | 1X1A - 1 BEDROOM / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Cathedral Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 bath 492 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Cathedral Village | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,263 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Johns, OR
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Johns area is the $2.30 price per square foot 7029 N Tyler Ave Model at 7029 N Tyler Ave, Unit 7029 in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value St. Johns apartment is the 9230 North Saint Louis Avenue Model at 9230 North Saint Louis Avenue, Unit 9230 starting at $1,450 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Johns apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7029 N Tyler Ave, Unit 7029 | 7029 N Tyler Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| 9230 North Saint Louis Avenue, Unit 9230 | 9230 North Saint Louis Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Plum Meadows | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Melrose Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Harrison Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath - | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Ivanhoe (1 & 2) | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Cathedral Village | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Marvel 29 | 1X1E - 1 BEDROOM / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Cathedral Park | Studio 448 sq. ft. | Studio ,1BA | $2.87 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSt. Johns, Portland, OR
Ranked #145
Among neighborhoods in Portland, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the St. Johns Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- 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 St. Johns Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in St. Johns?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in St. Johns is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Johns?
The cheapest apartment in St. Johns is Bridgeview Apartments which is listed at $1,106, while the average apartment in St. Johns costs $3,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in St. Johns?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in St. Johns that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in St. Johns?
Cheap apartments in St. Johns have an average cost of $394 which is $2,956 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Johns.
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