Cheap Homes for Rent in St. Johns Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,400 (4 Rentals)

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St. Johns, Portland, OR Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Johns, OR

As of May 08, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7029 N Tyler Ave, Unit 70297029 N Tyler Ave3BR,2BA$2.30
9230 North Saint Louis Avenue, Unit 92309230 North Saint Louis Avenue2BR,1BA$1.61
Plum Meadows2x12BR,1BA$1.50
The Union at St John's.D52BR,2BA$2.40
The Melrose Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.75
Harrison Square Apartments2 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath -2BR,1BA$2.12
Ivanhoe (1 & 2)2x12BR,1BA$2.19
Bridgeview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.60
Central Chalet Apartments1BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.69
Cathedral VillageOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Johns

What type of rentals are currently available in St. Johns?

There are currently 183 Apartments for Rent in St. Johns, OR with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $3,350. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Johns ranging from $1,650 to $4,650.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Johns?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Johns ranges from $1,650 to $4,650 with an average monthly rent of $2,862.

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