About This Property
OPEN APPLICATION PERIOD: This home is located in the City of Portland and will begin accepting applications no earlier than 04/04/2026.
PROPERTY INFO: Designed with inspiration from architect Louis Kahn’s modernist principles, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath St. Johns home blends striking geometry with natural materials to create warmth and balance. Its geometric façade and high clerestory windows fill the interior with soft natural light while maintaining privacy. The main level features an open living area with a statement fireplace, newly renovated kitchen, and radiant floor heating, creating a comfortable and energy-efficient gathering space year-round. Upstairs, two private suites offer distinct character, one with a balcony patio, the other with an alcove fireplace and sitting area, each paired with a refined bathroom. A third bedroom on the main floor provides flexibility for guests or office use, while mini-split heating and cooling throughout the home ensure comfort in every season. Outside, a generous deck opens to a private fenced yard designed for relaxation or entertaining.
NEIGHBORHOOD: Located in the heart of St. Johns, one of Portland’s most charming and historic neighborhoods, this home offers a perfect balance of nature, community, and convenience. Just blocks away, Pier Park features expansive green space, a beloved disc golf course, and a large off-leash dog area, all within easy walking distance. The area is also a gateway to Forest Park, with miles of remote trails and forested hiking paths just a short drive away. Locally, residents enjoy the lively St. Johns town center filled with shops, cafes, and favorites like The St. Johns Porch Food Cart Pod, which hosts live music and rotating food vendors during summer months. With parks, trails, and community events at your doorstep, this location makes it easy to stay connected while enjoying Portland’s signature outdoor lifestyle.
LEASE TERMS:
- Application Fee: $55 per adult + $30/pet screening fees if applicable
- Lease Term: One-year lease
- Security Deposit: Equal to one month’s rent (restrictions apply)
- Housing Style: Single-Family
- Tenant Paid Utilities: Gas, Electricity, Water/Sewer
- Utilities Included In The Rent: Waste/Recycling, High-Speed Internet
- Heat: Electric
- Cooling: Mini-Splits
- Laundry: Laundry in unit
- Landscaping: Included in rent
- Parking: Private driveway, One-Car Garage
- Outdoor Living: Private yard
- Move-in availability: Lease is required to begin within two weeks of application approval
- Smoking Rules: Non-smoking
- Renter's Liability Insurance: $100,000 personal liability policy required
- Relocation Assistance Exemption In Place: No
- HUD Approved Accessible Home: No
- City of Portland Rental Criteria for Residency Applies: Yes
ANIMALS and PETS:
- Pets Permitted: Cats ok, Dogs Ok - 2 Pets
- Monthly Pet Rent: $50/pet
- Petscreening: $30/pet. This is a required part of the application process for ALL applicants, including those with pets, service/ESA (no fee), and those with no registered pets (no fee). Please get started by selecting a profile category at this link:
8616 N Swenson St is a house located in Multnomah County and the 97203 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Portland School District 1j attendance zone.
