
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kerns Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $800 (70 Rentals)
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Louisa Flowers apartments

Weidler Commons

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Koz on 13th

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Sullivan's Ridge

St. Francis Park

Hygge

Westcott Properties

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Tempo PDX

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Yard
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Memoir Buckman

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The Lower Burnside Lofts

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The Linden

1336 NE 28th Ave

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East of Eleven

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Splash Apartments

Burnside 26

1436 NE 21st Ave

1611 NE 16th Ave

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The Payton

Atomic Orchard Experiment

1523 SE Ankeny St, Unit 2, Unit 2

The Dorian

1521-1521 NE 22nd Ave, Unit 1517

1937 SE Stark St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerns Studio Apartments | $1,474 | $999 | $2,725 |
| Kerns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $1,099 | $4,900 |
| Kerns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $1,226 | $5,566 |
| Kerns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,683 | $2,100 | $7,597 |
| Kerns 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,692 | $8,692 | $8,692 |
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There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kerns Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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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 $999. Here are the most affordable Kerns apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Louisa Flowers apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Weidler Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Koz on 13th | Sellwood | Studio,1BA | $1,094 |
| Sullivan's Ridge | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,163 |
| Hygge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Westcott Properties | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Tempo PDX | Studio A5 | Studio,1BA | $1,220 |
| Yard | Studio F - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,232 |
| Cornerstone Apartments | Studio - 500 sq. Ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kerns, OR
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kerns area is the $1.71 price per square foot lxl Model at Irvington Apartments in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Kerns apartment is the 1bd1ba1fl 750 Model at Parkview Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $2.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irvington Apartments | lxl | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1bd1ba1fl 750 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Buckman Heights | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Westcott Properties | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| The Lower Burnside Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Buckman Terrace | 1 Bedroom 570 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Weidler Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Sullivan's Ridge | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
| Hygge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
| Louisa Flowers apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kerns Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kerns?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kerns is at Terrace Court listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kerns Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kerns Apartment is $1,030 at Weidler Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kerns Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kerns is starting from $1,226 at Louisa Flowers apartments.
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