Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kerns Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $800 (57 Rentals)

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Grand Oak Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Oak Apartments

400-418 SE Grand AvePortland, OR 97214
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Terrace Court
Studio Apartments

Terrace Court

815 SE Washington StPortland, OR 97214
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The Vintage
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Vintage

3046-3056 NE Holladay StPortland, OR 97232
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Del Rey Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Del Rey Apartments

2555 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97232
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Glee Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glee Apartments

455 NE 24th AvePortland, OR 97232
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Milano
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Milano

105 NE Multnomah StPortland, OR 97232

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Parkview Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Commons

831 NE 29th AvePortland, OR 97232
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The Whitney
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Whitney

411 SE 14th AvePortland, OR 97214
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Washington High
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington High

1335 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97214
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The Brim Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Brim Apartments

1206 SE Ankeny StPortland, OR 97214
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Sixteen G
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sixteen G

521 NE 16th AvePortland, OR 97232
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Buckman Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Buckman Terrace

303 NE 16th AvePortland, OR 97232
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Kerns, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kerns Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kerns area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Koz on 13th priced from $952. Louisa Flowers apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Kerns apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Koz on 13thStudioStudio,1BA$952
Louisa Flowers apartmentsLouisa FlowersStudio,1BA$999
Westcott Properties1x11BR,1BA$1,000
Skylar GrandStudio 01DStudio,1BA$1,089
Hassalo on EighthElwood-E2Studio,1BA$1,096
HyggeStudioStudio,1BA$1,115
St. Francis ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,118
Atomic Orchard ExperimentFloor Plan A1BR,1BA$1,126
Grant Park VillageStudio A- HenshawStudio,1BA$1,135
Buckman HeightsStudio - Income Restrictions ApplyStudio,1BA$1,183

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kerns, OR

As of December 17, 2025 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 $1,425 with a $1.68 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Multnomah Heights4 bedroom apartment4BR,2BA$1.71
Irvington Apartmentslxl1BR,1BA$1.68
Parkview Apartments1bd1ba2fl 7501BR,1BA$2.02
Buckman Terrace1 Bedroom 705 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$2.05
Westcott Properties1x11BR,1BA$1.54
Cornerstone Apartments1 Bedroom - 648 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$2.24
27th East Apartments553 SE 27th Ave1BR,1BA$1.98
Atomic Orchard ExperimentFloor Plan A1BR,1BA$2.07
HyggeStudioStudio ,1BA$2.21
Louisa Flowers apartmentsLouisa FlowersStudio ,1BA$2.22

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A Local Experts Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Oregon and customized analysis for Central Portland, OR. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 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 $1,183.

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 $12,387.

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 17 regular apartments in Kerns that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kerns?

Cheap apartments in Kerns have an average cost of $108 which is $12,279 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kerns.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Chad Deitchley

As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Hello! My name is Chad, and I joined the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team as a Local Expert after living in Portland, Oregon, for more than 20 years. I have a deep love for this charming and vibrant city.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.