A double in Portland State University’s Ondine residence costs $2,230 a term in 2026–27, while a single in Broadway or Stephen Epler costs $4,305. Off campus, Apartment List puts Portland’s median one-bedroom at $1,416 a month in October 2026. This guide sets out the verified figures and what I could not confirm.
Details come from Portland State University Housing & Residence Life (page published 30 January 2026) and Apartment List, checked on 21 October 2026. The PSU page does not say whether the rates are final and notes they may change. Apartment List medians are for whole apartments, not single rooms.
PSU housing rates per term, 2026–27
| Building and room | Double (per person) | Single |
|---|---|---|
| Ondine, studio suite | $2,230 | $3,460 |
| Broadway, studio | $2,885 | $4,305 |
| Stephen Epler, studio | $2,885 | $4,305 |
| Blumel, one-bedroom | $3,260 | $5,325 |
| St. Helens, studio (second-year) | $3,015 | $4,740 |
| St. Helens, one-bedroom (second-year) | $3,500 | not offered |
First-year students are placed in Ondine, Broadway or Stephen Epler (Honors). Housing is billed each term, and the PSU payment plan splits payment into three monthly instalments. The page lists no deposit or fees. I have not annualised the term rates.
First-year meal plans, per term
| Plan | Meals | Term rate |
|---|---|---|
| All Access | 19 a week plus $50 dining dollars | $1,945 |
| 15 | 15 a week plus $100 | $1,945 |
| 10 | 10 a week plus $300 | $1,745 |
| 120 | 120 a term plus $250 | $1,695 |
| Economy | 10 a week, no dining dollars | $1,445 |
Private rental in Portland
| Measure (October 2026) | Figure |
|---|---|
| Median one-bedroom rent | $1,416 a month |
| Median two-bedroom rent | $1,679 a month |
| Change over 12 months | Down 0.4% (citywide median) |
I have not ranked neighbourhoods or listed private blocks, because I could not verify prices or area details against reliable sources. View any room in person or on a live video call, get a written lease and never pay before you have one.
FAQs about student accommodation in Portland
How much does PSU housing cost?
For 2026–27, from $2,230 a term for a double in Ondine to $5,325 for a single in Blumel, with meal plans extra for first-years.
What is the median rent in Portland?
Apartment List reports $1,416 for a one-bedroom and $1,679 for a two-bedroom in October 2026.
Sources
All checked 21 October 2026.
