6924 N Amherst St
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St. Johns, Portland, OR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Johns?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Johns 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,385 | $1,550 | $3,595 |
| St. Johns 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,329 | $2,395 | $5,995 |
| St. Johns 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the St. Johns Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available St. Johns Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the St. Johns area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Metropolitan North Apartments priced from $1,095. Clifden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable St. Johns apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan North Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Clifden | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Ivanhoe (1 & 2) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Johns, OR
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Johns area is the $1.73 price per square foot Two Bed One Bath Model at Cathedral Village in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,420. The second greatest value St. Johns apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Melrose Apartments starting at $1,399 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Johns apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral Village | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Melrose Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 8208 N Edison St, Unit 2 | 8208 N Edison St | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Parkside Commons | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| OR - 8220 - 8236 N Edison St - KF | OR - 8220 - 8236 N Edison St - KF - 8222 | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 9512 Oswego N Ave, Unit 6 | 9512 Oswego N Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Clifden | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Pier Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Ridgecrest Timbers | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in St. Johns?
There are currently 178 Apartments for Rent in St. Johns, OR with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $2,000. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Johns ranging from $740 to $5,995.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Johns ranges from $740 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,503.
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