
Cheap Homes for Rent in St. Johns Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,000 (6 Rentals)
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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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St. Johns, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Johns?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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St. Johns 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,967 | $1,500 | $2,245 |
St. Johns 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,638 | $2,195 | $3,200 |
St. Johns 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,650 | $4,650 | $4,650 |
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There are currently 6 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 |
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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Johns, OR
As of April 17, 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. |
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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 |
Harrison Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath - | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Johns
What type of rentals are currently available in St. Johns?
There are currently 190 Apartments for Rent in St. Johns, OR with pricing that ranges from $995 to $2,185. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Johns ranging from $1,000 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 $1,000 to $4,650 with an average monthly rent of $2,510.
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