Cheap Homes for Rent in Kerns Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,200 (4 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Kerns area of Portland.

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kerns, OR

As of August 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kerns area is the $2.37 price per square foot Plan 2C Model at The Merrick in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,271. The second greatest value Kerns apartment is the B1-Loft - Affordable Model at Sullivan's Ridge starting at $1,640 with a $1.90 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.
The MerrickPlan 2C2BR,2BA$2.37
Sullivan's RidgeB1-Loft - Affordable2BR,2BA$1.90
2149 NE Clackamas St, Unit 32149 NE Clackamas StStudio ,1BA$2.00
Skylar GrandUrban 1 Bedroom 01HStudio ,1BA$2.55
UnionC1.21BR,1BA$2.66
East of ElevenKernsStudio ,1BA$2.61
Buckman HeightsStudio - Income Restrictions ApplyStudio ,1BA$2.53
Louisa Flowers0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.61
St. Francis ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$1.34
Terrace CourtStudioStudio ,1BA$2.39

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerns

What type of rentals are currently available in Kerns?

There are currently 360 Apartments for Rent in Kerns, OR with pricing that ranges from $999 to $6,025. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kerns ranging from $1,295 to $4,360.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kerns?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kerns ranges from $1,295 to $4,360 with an average monthly rent of $2,614.

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