230 Ash
230 SW Ash St,
Portland, OR 97204
$1,295 - $2,085
Studio - 1 Bed
Old Town-Chinatown
Portland, OR
Old Town-Chinatown - Portland, OR Area Guide
A piece of Chinese culture and history in the heart of Portland
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Nestled on the Willamette River in the heart of Portland, Old Town Chinatown is a quirky hub for nightlife spots, cocktail bars, Asian-inspired restaurants, and bustling streets that are closed to vehicles on the weekends. Home to the Portland Saturday Market, residents and visitors alike can enjoy this weekend event where craft vendors, food carts, and live entertainment await. Voodoo Doughnut is a must-visit in town, known for its creative donuts and whimsical shop. There is abundant history along the banks of the river in Old Town Chinatown. From the Oregon Maritime Museum to the Japanese American Historical Plaza, there’s plenty of history to explore here. There are several TriMet stations in town, so commuting is a breeze. Residents enjoy visiting the Lan Su Chinese Garden, a tranquil botanical garden with rare plants native to China, decorative stonework, and a charming tea shop.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Old Town-Chinatown is $1,065 for a studio, $1,386 for one bedroom, $1,701 for two bedrooms, and $2,399 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Old Town-Chinatown has increased by 6.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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412 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,065/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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653 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,386/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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798 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,701/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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644 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,399/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Old Town-Chinatown - Portland, OR is for everyday living.
Walker's Paradise
99
/ 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
94
/ 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Biker's Paradise
99
/ 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lan Su Chinese Garden
- Friends of the Columbia River Gorge
- Director Park
- Forest Park Conservancy
- Oregon Maritime Center and Museum
Airports
- Portland International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.