South Eliot

Portland, OR

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South Eliot - Portland, OR

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A buzzing suburban spot outside Downtown Portland

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Convenience and community spirit abound in South Eliot, a compact neighborhood situated just two miles northeast of Downtown Portland. South Eliot buzzes with activity, as Legacy Emanuel Medical Center sits to the north and the Willamette River flows to the west. Northeast Russell Street serves as the neighborhood hot spot, where locals come for food, drinks, and shopping.

A comfortable blend of apartment buildings and single-family structures dot the neighborhood, providing plenty of rental options. For more space, look into the industrial buildings that have been converted into lofts near the river. Commuters often prefer the southern end of the neighborhood for its close proximity to the Portland Streetcar and MAX light rail lines. For cyclists =, the neighborhood's bike lanes allow easy connections to the Portland trail system.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in South Eliot is $1,232 for a studio, $1,505 for one bedroom, $2,110 for two bedrooms, and $1,863 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Eliot has increased by 2.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 422 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,232/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 659 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,505/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 894 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,110/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 864 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,863/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

80

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

75

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

93

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

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