
Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Portland, OR (7 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown area of Portland near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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Downtown, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,503 | $649 | $6,283 |
Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $675 | $6,440 |
Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,803 | $1,095 | $10,000+ |
Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,982 | $1,773 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Portland, OR
Ranked #12
Among neighborhoods in Portland, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and green spaces? this neighborhood ranks as providing highly-rated access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown is at MW8 - Shared and Furnished Housing listed at $699.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown is $1,431.
What is the largest Student Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 931 square feet unit starting from $699 at MW8 - Shared and Furnished Housing.
What is the average size for Downtown Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown is currently at 613 sq ft.
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