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8778 N Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97203

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Parkside Commons

8778 N Columbia Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 445-6906
Parkside Commons in Portland, OR - Building Photo
  • 1–3 Bedrooms
  • $1,250-$1,750Pricing
  • 646–935Square Feet

About Parkside Commons

Parkside Commons is a well-maintained apartment complex with 4, 6 and 8-unit buildings, each uniquely situated in a sprawling park-like setting, backing up to gorgeous Pier Park. Parkside Commons is located in the fun and funky neighborhood of St. Johns in North Portland, an easy commute or bus ride into downtown Portland and 10 minutes to University of Portland. Pets okay with pet rent of $50/pet. Max of 2 pets. Parkside Commons has 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. All of our apartments have lots of storage, including a pantry in the 1-bedroom units, and a second closet in the master bedroom in the 2 and 3 bedroom units. All units have a sliding door that opens onto a patio, deck or balcony. Assigned off-street parking, 1 free parking space is included with the unit. Additional parking and garages available to rent. Residents pay $55 to $75 toward water, sewer and garbage, depending on unit size. Tenants pay own electricity (PGE). 12-month lease. Screening fee is $60 for Applicants 18 years of age and older. Our screening company verifies all information, conducts a criminal background check and obtains a credit report. Income criteria (all sources combined) is 2 1/2 times the rental amount. Security deposit equal to one month's rent, subject to risk factor adjustment per our rental criteria.

Parkside Commons is located in the St. Johns Neighborhood and 97203 Zip code of Portland, OR. This community is professionally managed by Breakwater Northwest, LLC

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Parkside Commons offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments having 646–935 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    One Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 646 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,250Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom646 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Dining Room
    • Vinyl Flooring

    Outdoor Space

    • Deck
    • Patio

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,250 - $1,299
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Two Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 776 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,399Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedroom776 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,399 - $1,450
  • 3 Bedrooms

    Three Bedroom

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 935 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,699Call for AvailabilityThree Bedroom935 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Dining Room
    • Vinyl Flooring

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,699 - $1,750
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 108 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1980

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Fees

Due at Move-In
Amenity FeeiCharged per unit$0
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit$0
Move-In FeeiCharged per unit$0
Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$60

Other Fees

Pet Fees

Cat

Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet$50/mo

Dog

Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet$50/mo
Restrictions:

Breed restrictions

Parking Fees

Surface Lot

Parking FeeiCharged per vehicle$40/mo

Garage

Parking FeeiCharged per vehicle$100/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Pet Play Area
  • Video Patrol
  • Laundry Facilities

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Green Community
  • Tub/Shower
  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Disposal
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Pantry
  • Dishwasher

Living Area Features

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Unique Amenities

  • Garage Available
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8778 N Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97203

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am–4:00 pm
Thursday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday10:00 am–4:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions about Parkside Commons

Where is Parkside Commons located?

Parkside Commons is located at 8778 N Columbia Blvd near the St. Johns area of Portland, OR

What is the current rent range at Parkside Commons?

Call us today for rates on the 1 Bedroom to 3 options at Parkside Commons

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Parkside Commons are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Parkside Commons Apartments are 16.53% cheaper than the average apartment in the St. Johns area, and 31.8% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the St. Johns Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,250$1,445-$195-13.5%
    2 Bedroom$1,399$1,651-$252-15.3%
    3 Bedroom$1,699$2,146-$447-20.8%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Portland

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,250$1,751-$501-28.6%
    2 Bedroom$1,399$2,070-$671-32.4%
    3 Bedroom$1,699$2,588-$889-34.4%

    Methodology: On 02/16/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 325 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Parkside Commons (St. Johns), and 7593 other apartment communities in Portland using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 02/16/2026

  • Eco-Friendly 3.0

    The Eco-Friendly Lifestyle score highlights how amenities and features at top local communities may support environmentally friendly, clean, and energy efficient living.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.0-star Eco-Friendly rating is based on the following features:

    • Green Community
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Patios
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Roosevelt High School

Portland School District 1j
6941 North Central Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1484 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
2/10

George Middle School

Portland School District 1j
10000 North Burr Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (387 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
5/10

Sitton Elementary School

Portland School District 1j
9930 North Smith Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (345 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Parkside Commons.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Oregon Jewish Museum

310 NW Davis St
13 minute drive / 6.4 miles away

Portland Art Museum

1219 SW Park Avenue
14 minute drive / 6.62 miles away

Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

1945 SE Water Avenue
16 minute drive / 7.53 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

2829 N Lombard St
6 minute drive / 3.04 miles away

Michaels

1798 N Jantzen Beach Dr
6 minute drive / 3.11 miles away

Target

1555 N Tomahawk Island Dr
7 minute drive / 3.38 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of Portland

5000 N Willamette Blvd
4 minute drive / 2.12 miles away

Portland Community College - Cascade Campus

705 N Killingsworth Street
9 minute drive / 4.46 miles away

Clark College

1933 Fort Vancouver Way
11 minute drive / 5.34 miles away

Groceries

Grocery Outlet

7741 N Lombard St
2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away

New Seasons Market

6300 N Lombard St
4 minute drive / 1.38 miles away

Cash & Carry

1420 NW 14th Ave
11 minute drive / 5.58 miles away

Hospitals

Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

1015 Nw 22nd Avenue, W121
11 minute drive / 5.45 miles away

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center

2801 N Gantenbein Avenue
11 minute drive / 5.49 miles away

Providence St. Vincent Medical Center

9205 Sw Barnes Road
13 minute drive / 6.38 miles away

Military Bases

Portland Airport Air Guard Station

16 minute drive / 7.59 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Pittcock Mansion

3229 NW Pittock Drive
11 minute drive / 5.44 miles away

Oaks Amusement Park

7805 SE Oaks Park Way
21 minute drive / 9.95 miles away

Parkside Commons has 2 parks within 10.0 miles, including Pittcock Mansion, and Oaks Amusement Park.

Shopping Centers

St. Johns Retail Center

8157 N Lombard St
2 minute drive / 0.71 miles away

St Johns

7215 N Richmond St
2 minute drive / 0.82 miles away

Jantzen Beach Center

1400-1772 N Jantzen Beach Dr
7 minute drive / 3.32 miles away

Parkside Commons has 5 shopping centers within 3.5 miles.

Transit Stations

Expo Center-MAX Yellow Line

6 minute drive / 3.14 miles away

N Lombard Transit Center-MAX Yellow Line

7 minute drive / 3.64 miles away

Rosa Parks-MAX Yellow Line

8 minute drive / 3.89 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Portland Studio Apartments $1,340$412$2,813
Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,751$750$6,675
Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,070$668$8,930
Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,588$765$10,000+
Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments $5,929$1,987$10,000+
Portland 5 Bedroom Apartments $7,634$4,250$10,000+

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