Average Rent in Kerns, Portland, OR

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Current Versus Historical Kerns, Portland, OR Rents

Kerns rentals average $1,794 for a studio rental to $3,477 for a 2-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,152.
For the apartment units and housing in March 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $1,794 to $1,794. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $236 (12.06%) year-over-year from $1,957 to $2,193. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $609 (21.23%) year-over-year from $2,868 to $3,477. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $93 (3.32%) year-over-year from $2,802 to $2,895. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $4,400 to $4,400. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.94% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Mar 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio N/A $1,794 $1,794 (0.00%) $1,794 (0.00%)
1 BR N/A $2,193 $1,957 (12.06%) $1,721 (27.44%)
2 BR N/A $3,477 $2,868 (21.23%) $2,432 (42.93%)

Historical Rents in Kerns, Portland, OR

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Top Cities Near Kerns

There are a total of 2 cities nearby Kerns. The average rent in Kerns is currently $1,998 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Portland, OR, with an average rent of $1,595, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Kerns, Portland, OR is Mount Vista, WA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,401 per month.

Let's compare Kerns, Portland, OR's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Kerns, Portland, OR is 70.04% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 17.72% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Kerns, Portland, OR are about 39.38% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 2 cities near Kerns, Portland, OR in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Portland, OR $1,075 $1,295 $1,695 $1,595
Mount Vista, WA N/A $2,314 $2,520 $2,401

Top Neighborhoods Near Kerns

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near Kerns. One neighborhood in the area is Fisher's Landing East. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near Kerns, Portland, OR in the following table.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near Kerns, Portland, OR is currently around $1,918 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Kerns's average rent, which is actually $2,152. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Kerns, Fisher's Landing East has the most affordable average rent at $1,918 per month. Whereas, at $1,918 average rent per month, Fisher's Landing East is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Kerns. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Fisher's Landing East, Vancouver, WA N/A $1,918 $2,819 $1,918

Top Counties Near Kerns

There are a total of 1 counties located by Kerns, Portland, OR. One county in the area is Multnomah, OR. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,595. That's roughly around $25 per sqft. A total of one county has a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Multnomah, OR. Its average rent per month is $1,595. Vice versa, with an average rent of $1,595, Multnomah, OR is the most expensive county by Kerns, Portland, OR.

Typically, rent for studios in Kerns, Portland, OR is 40.08% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Kerns, Portland, OR is 39.81% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Kerns, Portland, OR is 52.54% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Multnomah, OR $1,075 $1,320 $1,650 $1,595

Top Zipcodes Near Kerns



Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All

Frequently Asked Questions - Kerns Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Kerns, Portland, OR?
The average monthly rental price for Kerns, Portland, OR apartments for rent is approximately $2,152. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Kerns, Portland, OR rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Kerns, Portland, OR.
How much is a studio apartment in Kerns, Portland, OR?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,794. There are a total of 29 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Kerns.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Kerns, Portland, OR?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,193. There are a total of 108 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Kerns.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Kerns, Portland, OR?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,477. There are a total of 10 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Kerns.
How have rent prices in Kerns, Portland, OR changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Kerns, Portland, OR can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.12%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.21%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Kerns, Portland, OR?
A reasonable rent price in Kerns, Portland, OR is around $1,722/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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