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The Benson Apartments

915 NW 20th Ave, Portland, OR 97209

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent Bedrooms Bathrooms
$1,050 1 Bed 1 Bath
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ONE MONTH FREE

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$1,050
1 Bed, 1 Bath
350 - 450 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
207
$1,050
450
Now
306
$1,050
450
4/17/26
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1911
  • 24 units / 4 stories

Fees and Policies

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

No Parking Available.

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

  • Friendly & Responsive Management
  • Hardwood Flooring
  • Online Payment Options
  • Gas Cook Top Range & Oven
  • 24/7 Emergency Maintenance
  • Large Window for Ample Light
  • Vintage Charm

Apartment Features

  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Intercom
  • Kitchen
  • Tub/Shower
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-In Closets

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Controlled Access
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Utilities Included

Map of The Benson Apartments

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Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable100 / 100

Transit

Good public transit70 / 100

Driveability

Fairly drivable40 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable70 / 100

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Active68 / 100

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Transit

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1 min Drive
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Subway
2 min Drive
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Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Amtrak
Commuter Rail
15 min Drive
Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail
Airport
Portland International
23 min Drive
Portland International

Moving to Uptown Portland, Portland, OR

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Benson Apartments proximity to The Esquire, Glisan Center, and Fred Meyer Stadium. The Esquire is 0.3 miles away, and Glisan Center is within a 9 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 70, The Benson Apartments has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 11 miles. Transit options include Nw 21St & Lovejoy and Nw 18Th & Lovejoy.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Benson Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including Forest Park Conservancy, Wallace Park, and Director Park.

Airports

Living in Uptown Portland provides easy access to Portland International, located just 24 minutes from The Benson Apartments.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

5 rating

Chapman Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

5 rating

West Sylvan Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

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Childpeace Montessori School

Grades PK-8

Private

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Cathedral School

Grades PK-8

Private

6 rating

Faubion Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Public

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: 16 min (0.9 mi)

Portland State University

Drive: 6 min (2.2 mi)

Oregon Health & Science Univ.

Drive: 8 min (3.1 mi)

Oregon Health & Sci Waterfront

Drive: 11 min (3.9 mi)

About The Benson Apartments

The Benson Apartments

Welcome to your new home! The Benson is a vintage Portland apartment building located in Northwest. Near the popular Pearl District and NW 21st and 23rd Avenues with their bustling shops, popular restaurants and inviting cafes...
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The Benson is just two blocks from the Portland Streetcar and close to the MAX, bus lines and several supermarkets including Trader Joe's, Fred Meyer, Safeway, Whole Foods and New Seasons.

The Details:
* Rent: $995.00 plus $40 monthly utility (covers electricity, gas, heat, water, sewer, garbage)
* No Security Deposit
* Proof of current renter's insurance required
* We offer 9 and 12 month leases only
* Smoking is not allowed
* Pets are not allowed
* Images shown are actual photos of this unit.

Amenities for this one bedroom one bath apartment:
* Carpet and vinyl flooring
* Large windows/natural light
* Gas stove
* Tub/shower enclosure
* Nice size kitchen with cupboards and counter space

Amenities at the Benson Apartments:
* Classic/vintage brick building
* Convenient front door intercom w/keyless fob entry
* Near the popular Peal District and 23rd Avenue, shops, restaurants and inviting cafes nearby.
* Newer laundry machines with Smart Card Laundry pay system
* Bike storage room w/racks available
* We are 2 blocks from the Portland Streetcar and close to Trimet Max train and bus lines
*Multiple grocery stores nearby including: Trader Joes, Fred Meyer, Safeway, New Seasons

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