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Alder House

523-539 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

Details

Property Information

  • Built in 1992
  • 131 units / 7 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $45

Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • Bike Rooms
  • Call Box
  • Community Patio/Deck
  • Covered Smoking Pergola with Seating
  • Dog Wash Stations
  • Flexible rent payment option through Flex
  • Free ACH Payments
  • Furnished with Twin Bed and Mattress
  • Key Card Access
  • Non-Smoking Building

Apartment Features

  • Cable Ready
  • Deck

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Elevator
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Package Service
  • Property Manager on Site

Map of Alder House

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Area Scores

Walkability

Very walkable80 / 100

Transit

Exceptional public transit90 / 100

Driveability

Moderately drivable70 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable60 / 100

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Soundscore

Busy60 / 100

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Transit

Subway
1 min Drive
Portland Streetcar - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)
Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail
Subway
1 min Drive
MAX Blue Line - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)
MAX Red Line - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)
Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail
Subway
2 min Drive
Portland Streetcar - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)
Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail
Subway
1 min Drive
MAX Blue Line - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)
MAX Red Line - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)
Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail
Subway
1 min Drive
MAX Blue Line - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)
MAX Red Line - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)
Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail
Commuter Rail
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
15 min Drive
Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail
Airport
Portland International
22 min Drive
Portland International

Moving to Arts District, Portland, OR

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Alder House proximity to 1221 SW Yamhill, 224 NW 13th Ave, and 733 SW Alder. 1221 SW Yamhill is 0.2 miles away, and 224 NW 13th Ave is within a 4 minute walk.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Arts District is exceptional public transit. Within 10.2 miles of Alder House, you’ll find Sw 10Th & Alder, Sw 10Th & Stark, and Sw 11Th & Taylor.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Alder House are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including Forest Park Conservancy, Director Park, and Friends of the Columbia River Gorge.

Airports

Living in Arts District provides easy access to Portland International, located just 22 minutes from Alder House.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

5 rating

Chapman Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

7 rating

Boise-Eliot Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

5 rating

West Sylvan Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

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Cathedral School

Grades PK-8

Private

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New Avenues for Youth

Grades 9-12

Private

8 rating

Lincoln High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Islamic School Of Met

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Pacific Northwest Coll. Of Art

Walk: 12 min (0.7 mi)

Portland State University

Drive: 3 min (1.4 mi)

Oregon Health & Science Univ.

Drive: 6 min (2.3 mi)

Oregon Health & Sci Waterfront

Drive: 8 min (3.1 mi)

About Alder House

Alder House is transitional housing for homeless people located in downtown Portland. Amenities include BBQ/Picnic Area, Business Center, Laundry Facilities, Microwave, On-Site Maintenance, and more. Please call for details or to schedule a tour.... Income restrictions apply.

Alder House is an apartment community in Portland, OR

Contact

Property Address:
523-539 SW 13th Ave,
Portland, OR 97205
Phone Number: (503) 222-1182
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • SaturdayCLOSED
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