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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Professionally managed
  • Contemporary finishes
  • Well-planned layouts
  • Welcoming community environment
  • Refined living experience
  • Easy access

Location

253 N Broadway, Portland, OR 97227, USA|Eliot
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Management

Quantum Residential Inc.

Leasing office

(503) 917-5170

Property Overview

Paramount Apartments earns a strong 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by top marks for price, amenities, and location, along with solid trustworthiness. It offers professionally managed living with contemporary finishes, well-planned layouts, and a welcoming community environment, while 35 photos and strong value-for-money standing add appeal. It stands out for social life, work-from-home needs, fitness and wellness, sustainability, and pet friendliness, with easy access to transit, dining, parks, and nearby services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Paramount Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Paramount Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath$1,123 /mo4 units available
One Bedroom A1 bed1 bath$995–$1,095 /mo
One Bedroom B1 bed1 bath$1,209 /mo

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Amenities for Paramount Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Large Window with Natural LightUtilities Included
Window Coverings

Appliances

Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
Indoor Bicycle StorageOnsite Laundry

Grounds

CourtyardGate
Outdoor SpaceStorage

Services

On-Site Maintenance
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

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About Paramount Apartments

HomeApartments in PortlandEliot Paramount Apartments

Paramount Apartments offers a refined living experience that blends comfort, convenience, and modern simplicity. Designed with everyday living in mind, the apartment homes feature well-planned layouts, contemporary finishes, and inviting spaces that support both relaxation and functionality. Ideally located near shopping, dining, and key transit routes, Paramount Apartments provides residents with easy access to everything they need while maintaining a comfortable, residential atmosphere. Whether commuting, running errands, or enjoying nearby amenities, convenience is always within reach. Professionally managed and carefully maintained, Paramount Apartments is committed to delivering a high standard of living in a welcoming community environment. It’s an ideal choice for those seeking a balance of quality, accessibility, and dependable apartment living.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Paramount Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Paramount Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Paramount Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Paramount Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Paramount Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Paramount Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Paramount Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Paramount Apartments is great for:

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs
  • 85 gyms or yoga centers nearby

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 460 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • 110 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Paramount Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Eliot

Studio apartments at Paramount Apartments cost about 14% less than the average rent price for studios in Eliot.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 20% lower than 1-bedrooms in Eliot.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Eliot
Portland
A table of studio rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,235
October 2024$1,219
November 2024$1,202
December 2024$1,199
January 2025$1,193
February 2025$1,193
March 2025$1,180
April 2025$1,178
May 2025$1,178
June 2025$1,175
July 2025$1,174
August 2025$1,196
September 2025$1,185
October 2025$1,150
November 2025$1,173
December 2025$1,163
January 2026$1,147
February 2026$1,152
March 2026$1,195
April 2026$1,185
May 2026$1,187
June 2026$1,180
July 2026$1,195
August 2026$1,182
September 2026$1,172
A table of studio rental data trends in Eliot
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,125
October 2024$1,147
November 2024$1,149
December 2024$1,149
January 2025$1,127
February 2025$1,100
March 2025$1,093
April 2025$1,103
May 2025$1,087
June 2025$1,108
July 2025$1,106
August 2025$1,110
September 2025$1,136
October 2025$1,135
November 2025$1,147
December 2025$1,096
January 2026$1,096
February 2026$1,102
March 2026$1,119
April 2026$1,126
May 2026$1,131
June 2026$1,161
July 2026$1,157
August 2026$1,144
September 2026$1,304

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Can I afford to live at 253 N Broadway?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near Paramount Apartments

Boise-Eliot Elementary School

620 n fremont

portland, OR, 97227

PK, K-5Public
C

Winterhaven School

3830 se 14th ave

portland, OR, 97202

K-8Public
A-

Rose City Park

2334 ne 57th ave

portland, OR, 97212

K-5Public
B+

Washington State School for the Deaf

611 grand blvd

vancouver, WA, 98661

PK, K-12Public

Functional Living Skills Program

11611 ne ainsworth cir

portland, OR, 97220

K-12Public
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Getting around Portland near 253 N Broadway

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 253 N Broadway, Portland

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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