Portland

Portland is one of the most livable cities in the United States, and it typically isn’t hard to find housing in the area. In fact, it can be more difficult choosing which part of the city to live in, given all the options available. Take some time to consider your particular needs and tastes, and to learn about Portland’s distinctive neighborhoods.

General Rental Listings and Sites

These listings are for your convenience. We’re not able to recommend or endorse any of the following companies or websites. We would appreciate your feedback, however—particularly if you have difficulties. Be sure to familiarize yourself with Oregon tenant rights before signing a lease or entering into a new rental situation.

• oregonlive.com
• wweek.com
• portlandcraigslist.com
• hotpads.com
• aptsforrent.com
• apartmentlist.com
• apartmentguide.com
• rent.net
• move.com
• housing connections.org
• apartmentratings.com
• apartments.com
• apartmentfinder.com
• zillow.com
• mainlander.com (property management company)
• inter-west.com (property management company)
• capmng.com (property management company)
• rent.apmportland.com (property management company)
• kbcmgmt.com (property management company)

You may also want to check out Portland Rental Service and the Oregon Humane Society for a list of pet-friendly housing rentals in the area.

Private Rental Listings

Lewis & Clark hosts rental listings provided to Lewis & Clark by the public. Only students who have been admitted,submitted their tuition deposit, and set up their Lewis & Clark email account have access to this website. (Portlanders who would like to post housing for rent can do so here. For more information, please contact us by e-mail or by phone at 503-768-6613.)

Lewis & Clark Rentals

These accommodations are available to law students only. Houses within easy walking distance from the law school are rented by the room. Click here for  information and to learn about availability. If you have further questions, please contact Wendy Washburn at 503-768-7201.

Apartment Locator Services

If you plan to use an apartment locator service, contact the company after you arrive, or just before. Services will send you names of landlords, addresses, and descriptions of the housing units, and the prices. These services typically handle large commercially owned and operated complexes and some private rentals.