505 Dekum Apartments
505-577 NE Dekum St,
Portland, OR 97211
$1,199 - $2,300
Studio - 2 Beds
Area Guide
Piedmont Portland, OR
Situated in northeast Portland, the Piedmont neighborhood sits next to I-5, making the approximately five-mile trip into downtown Portland fast and simple. Those seeking apartments for rent here also enjoy easy access to the MAX light rail and numerous bike trails, providing alternative modes of transportation when visiting or commuting to the city proper. Locals have ample opportunities for relaxation close to home, including Peninsula Park with its outdoor pool, sports fields, and playground. The park also offers an array of recreational programs for all ages, including after-school programs and various fitness classes. When it comes to dining and shopping, residents don't have to travel far from home to enjoy excellent amenities. Low Bar on Washington Street draws locals seeking top-notch American fare, while Dulin's Village Cafe on Main Street makes the ideal stop for breakfast, brunch, or a quick lunch. Delia on North Albina Avenue sells customized beds, and Button Consignment on North Interstate Avenue sells gently-used clothing, furniture, and more.
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Piedmont is $1,301 for a studio, $1,207 for one bedroom, and $1,474 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Piedmont has increased by 10.4% in the past year.
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Studio
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356 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,301/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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470 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,207/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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603 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,474/month
Average Rent
Learn More About Piedmont
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Piedmont - Portland, OR is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Piedmont - Portland, OR offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 10 Minute Walk
Groceries
80
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
60
/ 100
Fair Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
50
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
50
/ 100
Recreation
Piedmont - Portland, OR provides green space and wellness resources in certain areas.
Large Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
70
/ 100
Fair Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
40
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Piedmont - Portland, OR from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere at Times
Vibrancy
40
/ 100
Fair Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
40
/ 100
Somewhat Noisy
Quiet Score
80
/ 100
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Reviews of Piedmont - Portland, OR
Niche Reviews 
2 Reviews
Current Resident
4 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review
It's pretty good, I've been in this area for a while, there are parks and stores nearby. There has been some recent violence due to gang activity but overall I'm in a very safe neighborhood and a great community
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Peninsula Park
- Woodlawn Park
- Alberta Park
- Madrona Park
- Columbia Children's Arboretum
Transit / Subway
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 June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.