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515 NE Holladay StPortland, OR 97232
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1517 NE 8th AvePortland, OR 97232
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1529 NE 21st AvePortland, OR 97232
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1177 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97214
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430 NE 16th AvePortland, OR 97232
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465 NE Davis StPortland, OR 97232
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1061 NE 9th AvePortland, OR 97232
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533 SE 27th AvePortland, OR 97214
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620 NE 20th AvePortland, OR 97232
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2865 NE Sandy BlvdPortland, OR 97232
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1231 NE Martin Luther King Jr BlvdPortland, OR 97232
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1303-1311 NE 24th AvePortland, OR 97232
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2020 NE Multnomah StPortland, OR 97232
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77 NE Grand AvePortland, OR 97232
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1250 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97214
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60 SE 10th AvePortland, OR 97214
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550 SE Martin Luther King Jr BlvdPortland, OR 97214
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80 NE 14th AvePortland, OR 97232
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2625 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97214
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2050 Northeast Pacific StreetPortland, OR 97232
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22 NE 2nd AvePortland, OR 97232
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2050 NE Hoyt StPortland, OR 97232
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1425 NE 7th AvePortland, OR 97232
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304 NE Multnomah StPortland, OR 97232
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1640 NE Irving StPortland, OR 97232
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310 SE 12th AvePortland, OR 97214
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400-418 SE Grand AvePortland, OR 97214
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Terrace Court
815 SE Washington StPortland, OR 97214
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123 SE 13th AvePortland, OR 97214
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3046-3056 NE Holladay StPortland, OR 97232
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2555 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97232
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455 NE 24th AvePortland, OR 97232
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105 NE Multnomah StPortland, OR 97232
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612 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97214
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411 SE 14th AvePortland, OR 97214
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1501-1579 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97214
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831 NE 29th AvePortland, OR 97232
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1335 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97214
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Kerns, Portland, OR Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kerns?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerns Studio Apartments | $1,499 | $899 | $3,161 |
| Kerns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $1,000 | $4,900 |
| Kerns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $1,475 | $3,353 |
| Kerns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,304 | $2,400 | $9,887 |
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Cheapest Available Kerns Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kerns area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Terrace Court priced from $895. Louisa Flowers apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Kerns apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Terrace Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Louisa Flowers apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Koz on 13th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $952 |
| Westcott Properties | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Atomic Orchard Experiment | Floor Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,126 |
| Sullivan's Ridge | S1 Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,140 |
| Buckman Heights | Studio - Income Restrictions Apply | Studio,1BA | $1,183 |
| Anthem PDX | Studio A1b | Studio,1BA | $1,249 |
| Hassalo on Eighth | Aster Tower-A3 | Studio,1BA | $1,263 |
| 27th East Apartments | 553 SE 27th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kerns, OR
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kerns area is the $1.71 price per square foot 4 bedroom apartment Model at Multnomah Heights in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,899. The second greatest value Kerns apartment is the lxl Model at Irvington Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kerns apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Multnomah Heights | 4 bedroom apartment | 4BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Irvington Apartments | lxl | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Adare Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1bd1ba1fl 750 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Westcott Properties | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.57 |
| 1303-1311 NE 24th Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 27th East Apartments | 553 SE 27th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| The Lower Burnside Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Atomic Orchard Experiment | Floor Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Sullivan's Ridge | S1 Affordable | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kerns Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kerns?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kerns is under $1,265.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kerns?
The cheapest apartment in Kerns is Westcott Properties which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Kerns costs $17,235.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kerns?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Kerns that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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