# Average Rent in Northwest Portland & Rent Trends

> Average rent in Northwest Portland is $2,107/mo as of November 2026, down 4.8% this month. 1BR $1,974. Daily price history for 240 units in 12 buildings.

Canonical: https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97209/

Latest included observation: November 8, 2026

## What is the average rent in Northwest Portland?

The average listed apartment rent in Northwest Portland is $2,107 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 240 priced apartments in 12 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.

We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 3, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.

Rent prices and market trends across 12 apartment communities in Northwest Portland, Portland, OR. Prices update after successful source checks.

Area [All Areas](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/?bedrooms=all) [Northwest Portland](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97209/?bedrooms=all)[Bull Mountain](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97224/?bedrooms=all)[Centennial Community Association](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97233/?bedrooms=all)[Kerns](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97232/?bedrooms=all)[North Portland](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97203/?bedrooms=all)[Pleasant Valley](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97236/?bedrooms=all)[Southeast Portland](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97214/?bedrooms=all)[Southwest Hills](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97201/?bedrooms=all)[Southwest Portland](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/?neighborhood=Southwest+Portland&bedrooms=all)[Sunderland](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97211/?bedrooms=all)[Wilkes Community Group](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97230/?bedrooms=all)

Portland [97205](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97205/?bedrooms=all)[97210](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97210/?bedrooms=all)[97217](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97217/?bedrooms=all)

Beds [All Bedrooms](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97209/?bedrooms=all) [Studio](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97209/?bedrooms=0)[1 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97209/?bedrooms=1)[2 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97209/?bedrooms=2)[3 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/trends/97209/?bedrooms=3)

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Market Average

$2,107/mo

▼ 4.8% from last month

Lowest Available

$1,252/mo

cheapest unit on market

Communities

12

tracked daily

Units Listed

240

available now

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See current options while we confirm new price comparisons. Filter by bedrooms and budget, then inspect each building’s history.

## Northwest Portland vs Portland, OR Average

Northwest Portland is **more expensive than** the Portland, OR average by $48/mo (2%). The citywide average is $2,059/mo across all neighborhoods.

## Is Rent Going Up or Down in Northwest Portland?

As of November 2026, the average rent in Northwest Portland is $2,107 per month across 12 apartment communities and 240 available units. Rents have decreased $105 (4.8%) over the past month.

The most affordable option is [Amara](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/amara-portland-or/) starting at $1,252/mo. By unit type, a studio averages $1,512/mo, a 1-bedroom averages $1,974/mo, a 2-bedroom averages $2,992/mo.

Prices range from $1,252 to $3,796 per month. The most common price point is the $1,800 range, where 61 units are currently listed.

## Northwest Portland Rent Price History

Timeframe

View as table

| Month | Avg Rent | Change | Properties |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| May 2026 | $2,062 | - | 11 |
| June 2026 | $2,082 | +$20 | 12 |
| July 2026 | $2,097 | +$15 | 13 |
| August 2026 | $2,124 | +$27 | 13 |
| September 2026 | $2,080 | -$44 | 13 |
| October 2026 | $2,116 | +$36 | 12 |
| November 2026 | $2,008 | -$108 | 11 |

The trend line and monthly averages track each building's average listed price, recorded daily with outliers trimmed. The current month is a month-to-date figure, so it can sit above or below today's live market average shown at the top of this page.

## Average Rent by Bedroom

## Rent Price Distribution

## Rent by Bedroom Type in Northwest Portland

Studio

$1,512

from $1,252 · 28 units

1 Bed

$1,974

from $1,432 · 168 units

2 Bed

$2,992

from $2,290 · 44 units

## Rent Prices by Apartment in Northwest Portland

| Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Amara](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/amara-portland-or/?neighborhood=Northwest%20Portland) | $1,252/mo | $1,733/mo | 9 | 4.5 |
| [Slabtown Flats](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/slabtown-flats-portland-or/?neighborhood=Northwest%20Portland) | $1,305/mo | $2,360/mo | 8 | 3.9 |
| [Kado NW](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/kado-nw-portland-or/?neighborhood=Northwest%20Portland) | $1,387/mo | $1,787/mo | 15 | 4.2 |
| [The Parker](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/the-parker-portland-or/?neighborhood=Northwest%20Portland) | $1,432/mo | $1,787/mo | 17 | 4.6 |
| [Weidler](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/weidler-portland-or/?neighborhood=Northwest%20Portland) | $1,435/mo | $1,609/mo | 11 | 4.8 |
| [Kearney Plaza](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/kearney-plaza-portland-or/?neighborhood=Northwest%20Portland) | $1,467/mo | $1,983/mo | 8 | 4.2 |
| [Block 17](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/block-17-portland-or/?neighborhood=Northwest%20Portland) | $1,494/mo | $2,372/mo | 7 | 4.1 |

## Frequently Asked Questions About Rent in Northwest Portland

### What is the average rent in Northwest Portland?

The average listed apartment rent in Northwest Portland is $2,107 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 240 priced apartments in 12 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.

### What rent range can I find in Northwest Portland?

The apartment listings we track in Northwest Portland range from $1,252 to $3,796 per month, as of November 8, 2026. These are the lowest and highest listed prices. They are not a typical price for every apartment. The building, floor plan, and lease terms can affect the price.

### Are rents going up or down in Northwest Portland?

The daily building-average rent fell by $99 (4.8%) over 30 days between observations in October 2026 and November 2026. This compares recorded asking rents. The current month's figures may still be incomplete, and the building mix can change.

### How much is a studio apartment in Northwest Portland?

Studio apartments average $1,512 per month across 28 priced listings in Northwest Portland. Listed rents range from $1,252 to $1,715 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Northwest Portland?

1-bedroom apartments average $1,974 per month across 168 priced listings in Northwest Portland. Listed rents range from $1,432 to $3,354 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Northwest Portland?

2-bedroom apartments average $2,992 per month across 44 priced listings in Northwest Portland. Listed rents range from $2,290 to $3,796 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### How do 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rents compare in Northwest Portland?

The 1-bedroom average is $1,974 per month across 168 listings. The 2-bedroom average is $2,992 across 44 listings, $1,018 (51.6%) higher. This is a comparison of listing groups, not the cost to upgrade a specific apartment.

### Which tracked building has the lowest starting rent in Northwest Portland?

Amara has the lowest starting rent among the buildings in the comparison table, at $1,252 per month. We track 9 priced listings matching your bedroom choice in that building, as of November 8, 2026. The starting price applies to its lowest-priced matching apartment. Check that apartment's latest price and availability.

### Which rent range has the most listings in Northwest Portland?

The $1,800 to $2,000 monthly range has the most matching listings: 61 units, or 25.4% of the priced apartments we track in Northwest Portland. This count does not tell us how fast the apartments rent.

### How many apartment listings do you track in Northwest Portland?

We track 240 priced units at 12 apartment buildings, as of November 8, 2026. This is not the total number of apartments in those buildings. A listing can change or become unavailable. Open the apartment details to check its latest status.

### How much rent history is available for Northwest Portland?

We have recorded rent data on 178 days from May 2026 through November 2026 for apartment listings in Northwest Portland. Some dates can be missing. The chart only shows recorded data. The current month includes the days recorded so far.

### Why can the headline rent differ from the trend chart in Northwest Portland?

The average at the top of the page gives each matching apartment equal weight. The chart first averages recorded prices within each building, then compares buildings. It removes the highest and lowest groups when at least ten buildings contribute and omits days with fewer than five buildings. Different dates, building counts, and listing mixes can produce different figures. The monthly table averages the recorded daily figures.

### Does my bedroom choice change the prices and answers?

Yes. Your chosen area and bedroom count filter the asking rents, listing counts, rent ranges, and answers on this page. The active community exclusions are Student housing and 55+ / senior community and Corporate housing and Military / active duty housing and Veteran housing. When you choose a bedroom count, the history chart uses recorded prices for matching apartments with a known identity. If those records are missing, we leave the chart empty rather than use prices for other bedroom types. Open an individual apartment to check its own price history.

### Do these rents include utilities, parking, and other fees?

We use the published total monthly rent when it is available and the base rent otherwise. Unknown fees are not zero. Utilities, parking, pet charges, deposits, and one-time costs can add to the amount you pay. Check the selected unit and lease terms for a complete quote.

### How should I compare free-rent offers with listed rent?

A free-rent offer can reduce the effective cost over a lease without changing the listed monthly rent. Compare the same lease length and move-in date, then include required charges and the offer conditions. The market averages do not assume an unconfirmed discount.

### Does this page represent every rental in the market?

These figures describe the priced apartment listings we track, not every rental home or every occupied apartment. Coverage and the mix of bedrooms, buildings, and locations can change. A lower market average does not prove that the same apartment received a price cut.

### How fresh are the Northwest Portland rent figures?

We schedule rent updates each day, but buildings can have different price-check dates. The latest accepted price check for these listings was November 8, 2026. The month label does not mean we checked every price today. Open the building or apartment details for its latest price and availability.

## What salary do I need to live comfortably in Northwest Portland?

Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.

Minimum to afford average rent

$84,000/year

Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,107/mo.

Comfortable income

$101,000/year

Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.

To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,252/mo), you need to earn at least **$50,000/year**.

Median household income in Northwest Portland is **$88,792** , about 12% below the comfortable-living threshold.

## Explore Northwest Portland Apartments

Browse all 12 communities with daily-updated pricing and availability.

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## Cost of living in Northwest Portland

Overall prices in Northwest Portland runs above the national average by about 7% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 106.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Northwest Portland's regional price parities.

| Category | Monthly estimate |
| --- | --- |
| Rent (market average) | $2,107 |
| Utilities | $537 |
| Groceries | $566 |
| Transportation | $1,279 |
| Healthcare | $624 |
| Other goods and services | $998 |
| Estimated total | $6,111/mo |

Population

642,715

Median household income

$88,792

Census median rent

$1,596/mo

Census rent burden

30.6%

Median age

38.6

Mean commute

25 min

[Oregon Rent Trends](https://average-rent.com/state/oregon/rent-trends/): Compare rent across all Oregon cities

[Portland, OR Neighborhood Rent Map](https://average-rent.com/city/portland-or/rent-map/): See rent history by neighborhood on a map

[Explore Portland, OR on Map](https://average-rent.com/search/#city=portland-or): See neighborhoods and rent data interactively

[US-wide rent comparison](https://average-rent.com/research/median-rent-united-states/): See how Portland, OR rents stack up against the national median

## Google Search Trends for Northwest Portland Apartments

Search interest for apartments in this area over the past 12 months.

### Search Interest Over Time

[Explore more on Google Trends](https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?q=apartments%20in%20Portland&geo=US&date=today%2012-m)

| Date or category | Average monthly rent (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| 2026-05-01 | 1,979 |
| 2026-05-02 | 1,975 |
| 2026-05-03 | 1,971 |
| 2026-05-04 | 1,973 |
| 2026-05-05 | 1,981 |
| 2026-05-06 | 2,165 |
| 2026-05-07 | 2,113 |
| 2026-05-08 | 2,108 |
| 2026-05-09 | 2,183 |
| 2026-05-10 | 2,101 |
| 2026-05-11 | 2,043 |
| 2026-05-12 | 2,034 |
| 2026-05-13 | 2,029 |
| 2026-05-14 | 2,067 |
| 2026-05-15 | 2,070 |
| 2026-05-16 | 2,146 |
| 2026-05-17 | 2,154 |
| 2026-05-18 | 2,111 |
| 2026-05-19 | 2,080 |
| 2026-05-20 | 2,074 |
| 2026-05-21 | 2,079 |
| 2026-05-22 | 2,073 |
| 2026-05-23 | 2,074 |
| 2026-05-24 | 2,074 |
| 2026-05-25 | 2,064 |
| 2026-05-26 | 2,035 |
| 2026-05-27 | 2,035 |
| 2026-05-28 | 2,035 |
| 2026-05-29 | 2,037 |
| 2026-05-30 | 2,032 |
| 2026-05-31 | 2,036 |
| 2026-06-01 | 2,040 |
| 2026-06-02 | 2,043 |
| 2026-06-03 | 2,044 |
| 2026-06-04 | 2,043 |
| 2026-06-05 | 2,049 |
| 2026-06-06 | 2,054 |
| 2026-06-07 | 2,039 |
| 2026-06-08 | 2,039 |
| 2026-06-09 | 2,046 |
| 2026-06-10 | 2,042 |
| 2026-06-11 | 2,102 |
| 2026-06-14 | 2,101 |
| 2026-06-15 | 2,108 |
| 2026-06-16 | 2,102 |
| 2026-06-17 | 2,108 |
| 2026-06-18 | 2,123 |
| 2026-06-19 | 2,116 |
| 2026-06-20 | 2,111 |
| 2026-06-21 | 2,123 |
| 2026-06-22 | 2,120 |
| 2026-06-23 | 2,118 |
| 2026-06-24 | 2,119 |
| 2026-06-25 | 2,111 |
| 2026-06-26 | 2,098 |
| 2026-06-27 | 2,064 |
| 2026-06-28 | 2,064 |
| 2026-06-29 | 2,064 |
| 2026-06-30 | 2,093 |
| 2026-07-01 | 2,086 |
| 2026-07-02 | 2,019 |
| 2026-07-03 | 2,021 |
| 2026-07-04 | 2,097 |
| 2026-07-05 | 2,003 |
| 2026-07-06 | 2,003 |
| 2026-07-07 | 2,065 |
| 2026-07-08 | 2,069 |
| 2026-07-09 | 2,127 |
| 2026-07-10 | 2,128 |
| 2026-07-11 | 2,149 |
| 2026-07-12 | 2,134 |
| 2026-07-13 | 2,134 |
| 2026-07-15 | 2,104 |
| 2026-07-16 | 2,109 |
| 2026-07-17 | 2,106 |
| 2026-07-18 | 2,110 |
| 2026-07-19 | 2,107 |
| 2026-07-20 | 2,107 |
| 2026-07-21 | 2,107 |
| 2026-07-22 | 2,107 |
| 2026-07-23 | 2,107 |
| 2026-07-24 | 2,107 |
| 2026-07-25 | 2,107 |
| 2026-07-26 | 2,107 |
| 2026-07-27 | 2,107 |
| 2026-07-28 | 2,140 |
| 2026-07-31 | 2,147 |
| 2026-08-01 | 2,157 |
| 2026-08-02 | 2,146 |
| 2026-08-03 | 2,132 |
| 2026-08-04 | 2,132 |
| 2026-08-05 | 2,130 |
| 2026-08-06 | 2,136 |
| 2026-08-07 | 2,136 |
| 2026-08-08 | 2,066 |
| 2026-08-09 | 2,066 |
| 2026-08-10 | 2,136 |
| 2026-08-11 | 2,098 |
| 2026-08-12 | 2,024 |
| 2026-08-13 | 2,024 |
| 2026-08-14 | 2,108 |
| 2026-08-15 | 2,108 |
| 2026-08-16 | 2,124 |
| 2026-08-17 | 2,143 |
| 2026-08-19 | 2,124 |
| 2026-08-20 | 2,132 |
| 2026-08-21 | 2,137 |
| 2026-08-22 | 2,136 |
| 2026-08-23 | 2,141 |
| 2026-08-24 | 2,141 |
| 2026-08-25 | 2,159 |
| 2026-08-26 | 2,156 |
| 2026-08-27 | 2,144 |
| 2026-08-28 | 2,159 |
| 2026-08-29 | 2,137 |
| 2026-08-30 | 2,139 |
| 2026-08-31 | 2,135 |
| 2026-09-01 | 2,132 |
| 2026-09-02 | 2,138 |
| 2026-09-03 | 2,180 |
| 2026-09-04 | 2,162 |
| 2026-09-05 | 2,128 |
| 2026-09-06 | 2,128 |
| 2026-09-07 | 2,123 |
| 2026-09-08 | 2,123 |
| 2026-09-09 | 2,123 |
| 2026-09-10 | 2,120 |
| 2026-09-11 | 2,120 |
| 2026-09-12 | 2,112 |
| 2026-09-13 | 2,095 |
| 2026-09-14 | 1,938 |
| 2026-09-15 | 1,931 |
| 2026-09-16 | 2,086 |
| 2026-09-17 | 1,949 |
| 2026-09-18 | 1,949 |
| 2026-09-19 | 2,113 |
| 2026-09-20 | 1,951 |
| 2026-09-21 | 1,951 |
| 2026-09-22 | 2,124 |
| 2026-09-23 | 2,131 |
| 2026-09-24 | 2,131 |
| 2026-09-25 | 2,117 |
| 2026-09-26 | 2,074 |
| 2026-09-27 | 2,079 |
| 2026-09-28 | 2,079 |
| 2026-09-29 | 2,062 |
| 2026-09-30 | 2,065 |
| 2026-10-01 | 2,147 |
| 2026-10-02 | 2,116 |
| 2026-10-03 | 2,122 |
| 2026-10-04 | 2,173 |
| 2026-10-05 | 2,244 |
| 2026-10-06 | 2,240 |
| 2026-10-07 | 2,266 |
| 2026-10-08 | 2,058 |
| 2026-10-09 | 2,079 |
| 2026-10-11 | 2,090 |
| 2026-10-12 | 2,048 |
| 2026-10-14 | 1,999 |
| 2026-10-15 | 2,092 |
| 2026-10-17 | 2,001 |
| 2026-10-20 | 2,168 |
| 2026-10-22 | 2,127 |
| 2026-10-23 | 2,153 |
| 2026-10-24 | 2,151 |
| 2026-10-25 | 2,107 |
| 2026-10-26 | 2,100 |
| 2026-10-27 | 2,067 |
| 2026-10-28 | 2,060 |
| 2026-10-31 | 2,064 |
| 2026-11-01 | 2,070 |
| 2026-11-02 | 2,087 |
| 2026-11-03 | 2,035 |
| 2026-11-04 | 1,965 |
| 2026-11-05 | 1,989 |
| 2026-11-06 | 1,991 |
| 2026-11-07 | 1,948 |
| 2026-11-08 | 1,980 |