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From Arts to Eats: A Local Insider's Guide to Living in Portland's Best Spots

Discover the true heart of Portland, Oregon, with this local expert's guide. Explore the city's unique history, from the coin toss that named it to its "Keep Portland Weird" culture, and get an insider look at its most notable neighborhoods and internationally recognized food scene.

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Burlwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Burlwood Apartments

14914 SE Division StPortland, OR 97236
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Shalamar Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Shalamar Apartments

13746 SE Powell BlvdPortland, OR 97236
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Glenwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Apartments

13116 SE Powell BlvdPortland, OR 97236
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Powell Court Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Powell Court Villa

12540 SE Powell CtPortland, OR 97236
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Portland’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Portland and the best places to live with original content written by our Portland, OR Local Expert Chad Deitchley

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Sunshine Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunshine Meadows

13605-13621 SE Division StPortland, OR 97236
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Foster Meadows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Foster Meadows

12509 SE Foster RdPortland, OR 97236
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Evergreen Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Evergreen Park

12645 SE Division StPortland, OR 97236
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Meadowview East
2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowview East

3910 SE 166th AvePortland, OR 97236
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The Jamico
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Jamico

16711 SE Powell BlvdPortland, OR 97236

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Brittany Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brittany Place

2916 SE 125th AvePortland, OR 97236
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Township Eastside
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Township Eastside

17310 SE Naegeli DrPortland, OR 97236
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Division Star
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Division Star

2624-2640 SE 170th AvePortland, OR 97236
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Leander Court
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Leander Court

4620 SE 122nd AvePortland, OR 97236
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Magnolia Court
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Court

13430-13450 SE Bush StPortland, OR 97236
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Peyton Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peyton Plaza

12713 SE Powell BlvdPortland, OR 97236

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Kimberly Dawn
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kimberly Dawn

15007-15043 SE Powell BlvdPortland, OR 97236
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Eleven Pines
$1,489 - $2,099
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Eleven Pines

4777 SW 11th StGresham, OR 97080
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Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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From Arts to Eats: A Local Insider's Guide to Living in Portland's Best Spots

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Hello! My name is Chad, and I am your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. After living in this one-of-a-kind city for more than 20 years, I have seen it change in many exciting ways.

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The Portland Power Commute: Top Neighborhoods for Renters Near the City’s Major Job Hubs

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Let me introduce myself as your ApartmentHomeLiving Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. I’m Chad, and I can attest firsthand to the vibrant and funky nature of this one-of-a-kind city.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Hello! My name is Chad, and I joined the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team as a Local Expert after living in Portland, Oregon, for more than 20 years. I have a deep love for this charming and vibrant city.

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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Chad Deitchley

As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.