
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Portland, OR (112 Rentals)


The Union at St John's.

Kaya Camilla - 5510 N Denver Ave

Cathedral Park

Marvel 29

Bridgeview Apartments

Ridgecrest Timbers

The Melrose Apartments

Pier Park

Harrison Square Apartments
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Renaissance Commons

Kenton Commons

Parkside Commons

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8020 N Hurst Ave, Unit B

7312-7334 N Lancaster Ave

7530 N Richmond Ave

7530 N Richmond Ave

2121 N Kilpatrick St

Clifden

Willamette View
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8332 N Willamette Blvd

7206 N Saint Louis Ave

University Apartments

6011 N Greeley Ave

North Louie Apartments

7511 N Clarendon Ave

6923-6931 N John Ave

9334 N Lombard St

2515-2531 N Killingsworth St
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Cathedral View Condominiums

8220-8236 N Edison St

8231 N Fessenden St

Edison 11-plex

2321 N Lombard St

Ace Court Apartments

The Madrona Apartments

6426 N Princeton St

St. John's Flats
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Peregrine Place

Queen Jeanette Apartments

9404-9416 N Lombard St

8120-8124 N Jersey St

8- Plex

8204 N Peninsular Ave

9465-9477 N Mohawk Ave

8833 N Syracuse St

9481 N Buchanan Ave

5507 N Boston Ave
University Park - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Portland
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Portland by our Portland, OR Local Expert Chad Deitchley. See how it ranks!
University Park, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park Studio Apartments | $1,240 | $975 | $1,450 |
University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $1,012 | $1,900 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,629 | $1,271 | $2,295 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,859 | $1,466 | $2,895 |
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Largest Available University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the University Park area of Portland, OR is found at Kenton Commons and is listed at 998 square feet priced from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenton Commons | Townhouse Loft 2 Bath | 998 Sq Ft | $1,400 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 692 Sq Ft | $1,163 |
| Pier Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 648 Sq Ft | $1,249 |
| Cathedral Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 624 sqft | 624 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| Overlook Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 595 Sq Ft | $1,449 |
| Ridgecrest Timbers | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 592 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
| Central Lofts | A1 | 591 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| Harrison Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath - | 575 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| Marvel 29 | 1X1B - 1 BEDROOM - 1 BATH | 543 Sq Ft | $1,431 |
| Renaissance Commons | 1 bedroom | 517 Sq Ft | $1,012 |
Cheapest Available University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University Park of Portland, OR is the 1 bedroom Model starting from $1,012 at Renaissance Commons. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University Park is currently $1,332. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Renaissance Commons | 1 bedroom | $1,012 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,163 |
| Ridgecrest Timbers | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $1,175 |
| Cathedral Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bath 516 sqft | $1,215 |
| Pier Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | $1,249 |
| Kenton Commons | 2-Bedroom | $1,350 |
| Marvel 29 | 1X1A - 1 BEDROOM - 1 BATH | $1,386 |
| Overlook Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,449 |
| Harrison Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath - | $1,450 |
| Central Lofts | D3 | $1,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in University Park with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in University Park is at Renaissance Commons listed at $1,012.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University Park Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University Park is $1,332.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University Park Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in University Park is a 998 square feet unit starting from $1,400 at Kenton Commons.
What is the average size for University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in University Park is currently 607 sq ft.
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