Apartments for Rent in Milwaukie OR
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Milwaukie, OR Apartments for Rent
Settled in 1847 and named for Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Milwaukie combines art, history, and nature with a fun and funky attitude. This terrific city sits on the southeast side of Portland and it offers a friendly atmosphere with a strong sense of community. The first settlers to arrive to the Milwaukie area, brothers by the name of Luelling, were orchardists who later developed the Bing cherry. In addition to this sweet claim to fame, Milwaukie is known as the Dogwood City of the West. For those who want to explore the town’s fascinating past, the Milwaukie Museum highlights the town’s history and is a historic building in its own right, a farmhouse built in 1865.
Living in Milwaukie, you’ll enjoy a variety of shops, wine bars and tap rooms, and outdoor adventures. The city is very walkable and bicycle-friendly, and several parks dot the Willamette River along the city’s west side. Visit Elk Rock Island to do some fishing or Spring Park Natural Area to enjoy the walking trails and playground. Milwaukie does promise you a rose garden – just visit the Sara Hite Memorial Rose Garden to surround yourself in its 400-plus rose bushes.
Located about six miles from downtown Portland, commuters can easily reach the city. For those who prefer mass transit, the TriMet’s light rail service connects Milwaukie with Portland. If you want to bike to the station you’ll find 36 rack spaces and 12 lockers.
Milwaukie, OR Rental Insights
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The average rent in Milwaukie, OR is $1,481 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,630, which means housing in Milwaukie, OR is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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Find affordable apartments for rent in Milwaukie, OR by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as Jennings Lodge, Milwaukie Heights, and Island Station. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.
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You can find flexible rentals in Milwaukie, OR by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 250 Milwaukie apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Milwaukie, OR has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in Milwaukie, OR have access to Clackamas C.C., Harmony Campus, Reed College, Lewis & Clark College, and Oregon Health & Sci Waterfront.
