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Oregon City, OR

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Known as the "End of the Oregon Trail," Oregon City is still a terrific destination.

Outdoor Adventures High-Tech Riverfront Family-Friendly Scenic

Located in the hills along the Willamette River and featuring a frontier-style downtown, Oregon City provides a tree-filled community and inspiring river views just 13 miles south of Downtown Portland. It is the county seat for Clackamas County and is home to roughly 35,000 residents. The beautiful landscape includes the confluence of the Willamette and Clackamas Rivers and the awe-inspiring Willamette Falls -- the largest waterfall in the Pacific Northwest and one of the widest waterfalls in the world.

Founded in 1829 Oregon City was the capital of the Oregon Territory. Today, Oregon City serves as a hub of high-tech industries. The city is home to 22 parks, including Clackamette Park, which features river access and cove trails, an RV park, a boat launch, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, a skate park, and picnic areas. If you choose to rent an apartment in Oregon City, you'll have easy access to Clackamas Community College, Hilltop Mall, and the Museum of the Oregon Territory.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Oregon City, OR is $1,269 for a studio, $1,495 for one bedroom, $1,702 for two bedrooms, and $2,345 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oregon City has decreased by -0.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,495/month
672 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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

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Some Transit

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

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Holcomb Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

528 Students

8
out of 10

John Mcloughlin Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

615 Students

7
out of 10

Carus School

Public

Grades K-6

362 Students

6
out of 10

Redland Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

496 Students

5
out of 10

Gaffney Lane Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

445 Students

4
out of 10

Ogden Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

654 Students

4
out of 10

Gardiner Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

671 Students

3
out of 10

Oregon City High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,931 Students

10
out of 10

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