The Top 10 Communities in Portland, Oregon

On ApartmentRatings.com, real renters have the ability to rate and review their apartment communities based on their experience touring and/or living in the communities. ApartmentRatings offers renters the ability to see what life is like at a community through a report card grade style format called epIQ. Every month, we highlight apartment communities whose renters have chosen them as having an A+ experience. 

This month, we’re highlighting the top 10 communities in Portland, OR, whose renters have given them an exceptional epIQ Grade based on their living experiences, as well as the management companies’ response to their reviews. If you’re moving to Portland, OR and are looking for apartments, check out these top 10 communities!

Griffis South Waterfront – 650 S Gaines Street , Portland, OR 97239

Interesting Features: Griffis South Waterfront offers an all-season spa with cabanas, an eco terrace and lounge, and access to nearby recreational trails! The community is close to the South Moody and Gaines stop on the Portland Streetcar’s North–South Line, making it simple to navigate the city. Nearby, residents can enjoy the tranquility of Elizabeth Caruthers Park and the scenic views along the South Waterfront Greenway.

Verified Resident Review: “Super happy here. We just moved in but it has been a top notch experience so far. Everything is well maintained, easily accessible and the management is great. I can tell we are going to be very happy here. Awesome location too.”

Shadow Hills Apartments – 2040 SW Vermont, Portland, OR 97219

Interesting Features: Shadow Hills Apartments has beautiful nature paths on the property, as well as a bark park and playground for those who want to get outdoors with their pets and kids! In addition, relaxation and recreation are easy to find with their 24-hour fitness center, seasonal swimming pool, and sauna.

Verified Resident Review: “We love living here. The office and maintenance staff are wonderful. They are so attentive and kind. Rent is paid easily online with no service fee. The grounds are beautiful and kept up year round.”

Modera Woodstock – 4850 SE Woodstock Boulevard, Portland, OR 97206

Interesting Features: Modera Woodstock offers a variety of fun and inviting spaces. Residents can gather in the 5th-floor clubroom with a cozy fireplace, step out onto the terrace with grilling stations and a pizza oven, or enjoy the game room complete with TVs and game tables, plus an adjacent multimedia tech room. For an active boost, take on the rock-climbing wall – then wind down in the lush courtyards featuring comfortable lounge seating and a fire table.

Verified Resident Review: “As someone who has rented a lot and all over Portland, this is hands down the nicest place I’ve ever called home. The entire team here are not only friendly but efficient and quick to resolve anything that comes up. They encourage residents to get to know one another and are doing a wonderful job at building a community. It’s clean, smells good, and the decor is cute!”

Museum Place Apartments – 1030 Southwest Jefferson Street, Portland, OR 97201

Interesting Features: Museum Place offers a unique rooftop terrace and garden patio where residents can relax with a fire pit and relish in spectacular views of the downtown city-scape and the west hills. Situated directly over a major grocery market, with a Streetcar stop located nearby and the Portland Art Museum and South Park Blocks a block away, all of downtown is easily accessible for residents to enjoy.

Verified Resident Review: “We love it here. It’s a beautiful apartment in a very well cared-for building. We really like the high ceiling and splendid view. The Courtyard is lovely and inviting and management does a great job of fostering a vibrant and healthy community.”

Cornell Woods Apartments – 14682 NW Cornell Road #1, Portland, OR 97229

Interesting Features: Cornell Woods Apartments has a treasure trove of community amenities, including a seasonal swimming pool, courtyard with picnic tables, and an outdoor playground. Their apartments are ideally located near Highway 26, NW Cornell Road, TriMet bus line 48 and Sunset Transit Center, while being minutes away from Tanasbourne Town Center, The Streets of Tanasbourne, Portland Community College Rock Creek Campus, Providence St. Vincent hospital, and downtown Portland.

Verified Resident Review: “I love how the complex is clean and maintained very well. The grounds are very well maintained and kept nicely. The staff is easy to get a hold of and very helpful. The playground is wonderful along with the pool.”

Clackamas Trails Apartments – 10411 SE Cook Court, Portland, OR 97222

Interesting Features: At Clackamas Trails Apartments, residents can unwind with community perks like a refreshing swimming pool, spa, and a game room with billiards table. Best of all, their peaceful setting keeps you close to downtown Portland and everyday essentials, while still feeling like a quiet retreat.

Verified Resident Review: “Staff is very nice and hard working, my apartment is clean and taken care of. The pool is a blast in the summer especially with the heat waves and I love using the community room and the free coffee.”

Tempo – 80 NE 14th Ave, Portland, OR 97232

Interesting Features: At Tempo, there are plenty of opportunities for fun and relaxation with their clubhouse lounges, entertainment lounge, a stunning courtyard with a firepit, and outdoor dining and BBQ grills. Plus, pet owners will love the on-site pet spa with a convenient dog-washing station!

Verified Resident Review: “The staff here is wonderful and the maintenance team does a great job keeping the building clean! Love the location and amenities. Also, love the vending machine addition and the monthly events.”

Residences Portland Pearl District – 1155 Northwest Everett Street, Portland, OR 97209

Interesting Features: At Residences Portland Pearl District, their fitness center, clubhouse, and TWO rooftop patios fill each moment with enjoyment and much-needed leisure. While lounging on the rooftop patios, you’ll be able to take in stunning skyline views of the city.

Verified Resident Review: “The property is managed well and this team is consistently working to make those who live here feel like a small community. The apartments are very trendy with the cement floors and magnetic backsplashes. The area could not be better for great food and cute shops to walk to. I love it here!”

Storyline Apartments – 1177 SW Market St , Portland, OR 97201

Interesting Features: Storyline Apartments’ stunning rooftop deck offers unobstructed views to the south and east. Residents can enjoy the fitness studio, clubroom with a community kitchen, a coffee bar in the lobby, and a designated pet washing station. Storyline offers a distinctively smart living experience in a thriving downtown Portland neighborhood.

Verified Resident Review: “The apartment is very quiet. The staff is very nice and very professional. The rooftop has amazing views and is a perfect place to spend summer evenings. The apartment has everything one needs including in-unit washer/ dryer and AC.”

Indigo – 430 SW 13th Ave., Portland, OR 97205

Interesting Features: Indigo Apartments is committed to sustainability – as a LEED certified building, their apartments are equipped with eco-chic finishes including bamboo and sustainable wood flooring. Plus, residents can enjoy the unbeatable views from the rooftop lounge, a theater room, and a location nestled between the downtown retail core and the iconic Powell’s City of Books at the edge of the Pearl District.

Verified Resident Review: “The concierge team is the greatest personal touch to the building. They greet you as you come home and make you feel cared for 24/7. The leasing team is wonderful and maintenance is so knowledgeable. I love this building and how much care everyone puts into caring for the residents.”