
Apartments for Rent in the Kerns Neighborhood of Portland, OR (357 Rentals)


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Kerns, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kerns?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kerns Studio Apartments | $1,501 | $1,045 | $3,248 |
Kerns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $1,052 | $9,673 |
Kerns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,762 | $1,458 | $6,270 |
Kerns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,789 | $1,936 | $3,972 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Portland, Oregon. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Portland, this neighborhood has emerged as one of the A-list neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and great education opportunities.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and greenspace? Kerns is a highly-rated residential submarket for its many nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area is now ranked as one of the finest luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, proximity to great shopping areas, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise dogs and cats? this area has now become known as one of the best submarkets for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Getting Around the Kerns Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
99 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
68 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Kerns
How much are Studio apartments in Kerns?
There are currently 99 Studio Apartments in Kerns with rent ranges from $1,045 to $3,248 with an average price of $1,501.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Kerns Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Kerns ranges from $1,052 to $9,673 with an average monthly rent of $1,993.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kerns cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kerns range from $1,458 to $6,270. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,762.
How expensive are Kerns Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 14 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kerns on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,936 to $3,972 - averaging $2,789 for the location.
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