Southwest Portland

Portland, OR

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Southwest Portland - Portland, OR

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A sprawling community just southwest of Downtown Portland

Urban Suburban Scenic Convenient Commuter

Southwest Portland is a vast community that extends southwest from Downtown Portland to the northern stretches of Lake Oswego. The neighborhoods in the northern portion of Southwest Portland tend to have a more urban atmosphere with condensed, walkable layouts while the neighborhoods in the south tend to be more suburban in a tree-dense environment.

Among the many neighborhoods in Southwest Portland are Bridlemile, Hillsdale, and Multnomah. Southwest Portland’s central location makes the community a popular choice for those commuting to Downtown Portland and Beaverton.

Numerous scenic parks offer great opportunities for outdoor recreation close to home, including Tryon Creek State Natural Area, Marquam Nature Park, and Council Crest Park. The Oregon Zoo, Hoyt Arboretum, and Portland Japanese Garden are also located in the northern region of Southwest Portland.

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As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Southwest Portland is $1,291 for a studio, $1,613 for one bedroom, $1,931 for two bedrooms, and $1,950 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Southwest Portland has decreased by -1.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 460 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,291/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 684 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,613/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 973 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,931/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,126 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,950/month

    Average Rent

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