10 Nw 20th Ave, Apt 115, Portland, OR 97209
0 bed · 1 bath · 0.8 mi from campus · 274 sq ft · Apartment
$875/mo
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Off-campus housing for freshmen near Portland State University
Explore freshmen housing near Portland State University in Portland, OR. Live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for first-year students.
Average rent
$1,111/mo
Walk score
79/100
Listings
24
Avg commute
~16 min
Student budget fit
Typical all-in monthly costs near Portland State University land around ~$2,030/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
Safety insights
Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Transportation for students
Transit convenience near Portland, OR scores about 80/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Best areas for students
Students targeting freshmen housing often start in Portland Heights and Near North before expanding search radius.
Matching inventory
24 active listings match this category near Portland State University. Compare rent, commute, and roommate options before touring.
Rent trends
Studio trend
$1,250/mo avg
1 bedroom trend
$1,500/mo avg
2 bedroom trend
$1,900/mo avg
This category avg
$1,111/mo
Housing match score
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80/100
Relative to campus median rents
Safety
86/100
Walkability and residential stability
Convenience
89/100
Commute and daily errands
Nightlife
58/100
Social scene proximity
Transportation
82/100
Transit and shuttle access
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1405 Sw Park Ave, Apt 38, Portland, OR 97201
0 bed · 1 bath · 0.2 mi from campus · 346 sq ft · Apartment
$900/mo
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1405 Sw Park Ave, Apt 36, Portland, OR 97201
0 bed · 1 bath · 0.2 mi from campus · 313 sq ft · Apartment
$900/mo
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2221 Nw Flanders St, Apt 103, Portland, OR 97210
0 bed · 1 bath · 1.1 mi from campus · 450 sq ft · Apartment
$950/mo
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1607 Sw Montgomery St, Apt 6, Portland, OR 97201
0 bed · 1 bath · 0.4 mi from campus · 240 sq ft · Condo
$995/mo
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1405 Sw Park Ave, Apt 4, Portland, OR 97201
0 bed · 1 bath · 0.2 mi from campus · 450 sq ft · Apartment
$1,000/mo
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10 Nw 20th Ave, Apt 114, Portland, OR 97209
0 bed · 1 bath · 0.8 mi from campus · 332 sq ft · Apartment
$1,000/mo
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10 Nw 20th Ave, Apt 408, Portland, OR 97209
0 bed · 1 bath · 0.8 mi from campus · 332 sq ft · Apartment
$1,000/mo
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Frequently asked questions
How much does freshmen housing cost near Portland State University?
Filtered listings average about $1,111/month near Portland State University. Campus-wide averages run $1,500 for 1BR and $1,900 for 2BR.
Where should I look for freshmen housing near Portland State University?
Students often start in Portland Heights and Near North. Compare 24 listings filtered for first-year students before expanding your search radius.
When should Portland State University students start searching for freshmen housing?
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Portland State University, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
Can freshmen live off campus near Portland State University?
Policies vary by school. Confirm live-on-campus requirements, then compare nearby apartments with roommate matching if off-campus is allowed.
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