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9836 N Clarendon Ave, Unit 9836B
9836 N Clarendon AvePortland, OR 97203
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the St. Johns Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $900 (19 Rentals)
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Kenton Commons
8408-8428 N Brandon AvePortland, OR 97217
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Central Chalet Apartments
9020--9038 N Central StPortland, OR 97203
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Bridgeview Apartments
6816 N Trumbull AvePortland, OR 97203
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Cathedral Village
6520 N Salem AvePortland, OR 97203
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Parkside Commons
8778 N Columbia BlvdPortland, OR 97203
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Marvel 29
7227 N Philadelphia AvePortland, OR 97203
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Cathedral Park
6855 N Burlington AvePortland, OR 97203
8808 N Edison St
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St. Johns
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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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 | $1,315 | $1,000 | $1,450 |
| St. Johns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $995 | $1,900 |
| St. Johns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $1,300 | $2,185 |
| St. Johns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $1,562 | $1,795 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the St. Johns Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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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 Studio unit found at Kenton Commons priced from $1,000. Central Chalet Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable St. Johns apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenton Commons | 1 Level Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Central Chalet Apartments | 1BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,106 |
| Plum Meadows | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
| Marvel 29 | SA.5 | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Johns, OR
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Johns area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Plum Meadows in the in the North Portland neighborhood starting from $1,347. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plum Meadows | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 9230 North Saint Louis Avenue, Unit 9230 | 9230 North Saint Louis Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Ivanhoe (1 & 2) | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Cathedral Village | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| yanke01 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 9512 Oswego N Ave, Unit 5 | 9512 Oswego N Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Central Chalet Apartments | 1BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 9836 N Clarendon Ave, Unit 9836B | 9836 N Clarendon Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Kenton Commons | 1 Level Loft | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSt. Johns, Portland, OR
Ranked #142
Among neighborhoods in Portland, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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
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 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 $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Johns?
The cheapest apartment in St. Johns is Central Chalet Apartments which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in St. Johns costs $1,665.
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 20 regular apartments in St. Johns that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Chad Deitchley
As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.
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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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