Bethany

Portland, OR

Bethany - Portland, OR

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Niche Reviews

4.1 (51 Reviews)

A charming suburban reprieve with plenty of space outside Downtown Portland

Suburban • Charming • Quiet • Park-Like • Family-Friendly •

Bethany is an established, well-maintained neighborhood located northwest of Cedar Mill, within the Portland metropolitan area. Though it has an urban population density, Bethany holds a distinctly suburban feel, and the natural landscape of the area makes for beautiful views of forests and rivers. There are large single-family houses and newer condo developments for rent beckon to potential residents of this charming suburb.

Most of the homes in Bethany were built between 1940 and 1999, so despite the neighborhood's established history, renters can enjoy modern amenities. Bethany Village, a haven for retail, restaurants, and businesses, lies in the center of the neighborhood. There, locals can choose from favorites national chain restaurants and big-box stores all within walking distance of one another. A short drive away from the downtown core of Portland, Bethany makes it easy to enjoy a spacious home along with the excitement of city living.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Bethany is $1,413 for a studio, $1,638 for one bedroom, $2,027 for two bedrooms, and $2,424 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bethany has decreased by -2.7% in the past year.

Studio
476 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,413/month

Average Rent

1 BR
709 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,638/month

Average Rent

2 BR
979 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,027/month

Average Rent

3 BR
1,444 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,424/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Reviews of Bethany - Portland, OR

Niche Reviews

4.1 51 Reviews

Current Resident

10 months ago•Niche Review

nice, safe, clean. family friendly. lots of racial diversity. schools are of good quality and there are a lot of grocery stores around

Nearby Resident

2 years and 1 months ago•Niche Review

I love that there are many parks and walking paths and trails in the area. I can walk to many from my home.

Current Resident

3 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review

Bethany is one big community. Everyone is friendly and neighborly. We have path ways for running, walking, biking etc. Grocery store, restaurants, library and cute boutique. Bethany public house is the hang out. Never felt more safe. If there's any suspicious activity in the area (very rare) everyone is alerted immediately. We have each other's back to keep everyone's family safe. Bethany is the place to be if you and your family are planning on moving.

Current Resident

3 years and 5 months ago•Niche Review

Bethany is a great place to live there are great restaurants, hiking trails, and the community is really nice.

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