
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Kerns Neighborhood of Portland, OR (26 Rentals)
Apartments in the Kerns area of Portland with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Yard

Union

Skylar Grand

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5 MLK

Sandy Lofts
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East of Eleven

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Slate Apartments

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The Linden

Burnside 26

Splash Apartments

Jute Apartments
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Denizen OR

Dorian

Cornerstone Apartments

Memoir Buckman

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Anthem PDX

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The Payton
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The Strauss on Burnside

The Lower Burnside Lofts

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Tempo PDX

Grant Park Village

The Merrick

Louisa Flowers apartments
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Buckman Heights

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636 NE 30th Ave, Unit Apt B
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 | $1,494 | $899 | $3,161 |
| Kerns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,760 | $1,000 | $4,900 |
| Kerns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $1,475 | $3,353 |
| Kerns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,132 | $2,400 | $8,120 |
| Kerns 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,005 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kerns Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Top Portland Apartments in the Kerns Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 02-24-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Kerns, OR apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Slate Apartments
Look & Lease: Get up to 10 Weeks Free now when you apply within 24 hours of touring!Expires 02-24-2026
Sandy Lofts
Offer valid on select homes. Restrictions apply. Contact our leasing office for details today!Expires 02-24-2026
Jute Apartments
Now offering up to 10 weeks FREE!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 02-24-2026
Yard
Receive up to 2 months free, $99 parking, and up to $1000 Gift Card* Contact Our Leasing Office Today for More Information and to Schedule a Tour. *Offer valid for select homes only. Restrictions may apply.Expires 02-24-2026
The Linden
Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent + $500 Look & Lease Offer ; Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent + $500 Look & Lease OfferExpires 02-24-2026
Dorian
Free Rent Holiday Special! Sign a 12 month lease within 48 hours of touring, move in within 14 days, and pay no rent until January! Contact us to schedule a tour.Expires 02-24-2026
The Merrick
Up to 6 Weeks Free on Select ApartmentsExpires 02-24-2026
The Lower Burnside Lofts
Concession Now offering 1 - 2 months free on select units.Expires 02-24-2026
Buckman Heights
Studio Blow Out! Only two units available at this price: $999/month, $500 security deposit, and 1 month free rent with move-in within 72 hours of approval: free water, sewer, and garbage. Income restrictions apply. Please call to learn more!Expires 02-24-2026
The Strauss on Burnside
Up to 10 Weeks Free on Select Homes! Restrictions Apply, Contact us for Details.Expires 02-24-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Kerns, OR
Specials updated: 02-24-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Kerns, OR. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Union
Move-In Special Receive Up to One Month Free! Special Will Not Last - Call Today! *Select Homes. New Move-InsExpires 02-28-2026
Cornerstone Apartments
1 MONTH FREE RENT! Move home today and get 1-month FREE! Contact our leasing team today for details! Lock in our reduced rates for 12 Months!!Expires 03-14-2026
East of Eleven
Act fast, we are offering up to 4 Weeks Free on select vacant apartments! Contact us today and save! Our leasing team is now available to help you virtually! For a virtual tour of our property, visit our virtual tours page, or contact us to set up a virtual tour with a member of our leasing team. We are also available by phone or email.Expires 02-28-2026
The Payton
Get 4 Weeks Free Base Rent on Select Homes. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 02-24-2026
Tempo PDX
Up to 6 Weeks Free on Select Homes!* Contact our leasing office to schedule a tour.Expires 02-24-2026
5 MLK
Up to 6 Weeks Free Base Rent + Annual DoorDash Pass. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 02-24-2026
Denizen OR
Up to 6 Weeks Free on Base Rent + Garage Parking! Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 02-24-2026
Anthem PDX
Up to 8 Weeks Free* + 3 Months Free Parking! Contact our leasing office to schedule a tour. *Restrictions apply, only for select homesExpires 02-24-2026
Skylar Grand
8 WEEKS FREE PLUS $1,000.00! - Apply to Skylar Grand within 48 hours of your tour and receive up to 8 WEEKS FREE PLUS $1,000.00! Offer valid on select apartments. Terms & restrictions apply - contact us for details. Equal Housing Opportunity.Expires 02-24-2026
Memoir Buckman
4 Weeks Free on Select Apartment Homes!* *Restrictions may apply. Contact a friendly member of our leasing team for details.Expires 02-24-2026
Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Kerns Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Kerns?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Kerns is at Louisa Flowers apartments listed at $899.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Kerns Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Kerns is $2,208.
What is the largest Rent Specials Kerns Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Kerns is a 2,392 square feet unit starting from $1,555 at Splash Apartments.
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