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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Laundry center
  • Vibrant neighborhood
  • On-site maintenance
  • Unique design features
  • Stylish homes
  • Classic apartment community

Location

1129 Sw Columbia St, Portland, OR 97201, USA|Downtown Portland
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Management

Atlas Management LLC

Leasing office

(971) 247-3775

Property Overview

Cambrian Apartments received a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.6, reflecting its competitive pricing and impressive amenities, rated 8 out of 10. The property is situated in a vibrant neighborhood with excellent access to social life, featuring numerous restaurants, parks, and event hubs nearby. Notable features include a laundry center, unique design, and on-site maintenance, enhancing the overall living experience with an emphasis on trust and transparency.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Cambrian Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cambrian 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath359 sqft$1,045 /mo1 unit availableExperience the charm and convenience of our classic apartment community. We provide stylish homes in a walkable location that will meet all your needs. Choose between our studio or one bedroom floor plans, each offering unique design features that set us apart from the rest. But it's not just the interiors that make our community special. Step outside your front door and discover a vibrant neighborhood with countless dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to live in a classic apartment community that combines style, location, and convenience. Contact us today to learn more and secure your new home, (971) 247-3775! Community Amenities: Public Transportation Secure Entry Laundry Center On-Site Maintenance Online Portal Application Fee: $60.00 Security Deposit: $500.00 OAC Pet Policy Cats allowed Dogs allowed $35 Pet Rent Per Pet (2 Pet Max) $300.00 Pet Deposit
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath466 sqft$1,295 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Cambrian Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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Property details

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Now Offering up to 2 Months Free Rent! Call Today To Secure Your Discounted Unit! https youtu be 7nxrqIhSsrg?si=oKrc261QTjsFeWDc Experience the charm and convenience of our classic apartment community. We provide stylish homes in a walkable location that will meet all your needs. Choose between our studio or one bedroom floor plans, each offering unique design features that set us apart from the rest. But it's not just the interiors that make our community special. Step outside your front door and discover a vibrant neighborhood with countless dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to live in a classic apartment community that combines style, location, and convenience. Contact us today to learn more and secure your new home, 503-558-6143! Community Amenities: Public Transportation Secure Entry Laundry Center On-Site Maintenance Online Portal Application Fee: $60.00 Security Deposit: $500.00 OAC Pet Policy Cats allowed Dogs allowed $35 Pet Rent Per Pet (2 Pet Max) $300.00 Pet Deposit


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Cambrian Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cambrian 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 Cambrian 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.
Cambrian 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Cambrian Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Cambrian 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Cambrian Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

Had an issue with my fridge and Marcus the community manager and his team made sure I was taken care of and also replaced my groceries, management and communicating have improved vastly.

Franklyn Green

Franklyn Green

Sep 19, 2024

It's an old building that was recently renovated. The apartment I was in had fresh pain and new carpet

paul E walnutz (Pally Walnutz)

paul E walnutz (Pally Walnutz)

Jun 20, 2019

We’re sharing just 5 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Cambrian Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • 621 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 112 parks and recreation options
  • 96 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 839 mixed-use spaces 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 Cambrian Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Downtown Portland

Studio apartments at Cambrian Apartments cost about 3% less than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Portland.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Portland.

Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
Downtown Portland
Portland
A table of studio rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,247
November 2023$1,196
December 2023$1,199
January 2024$1,205
February 2024$1,195
March 2024$1,197
April 2024$1,198
May 2024$1,213
June 2024$1,231
July 2024$1,228
August 2024$1,223
September 2024$1,233
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$1,187
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Portland
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,292
November 2023$1,231
December 2023$1,174
January 2024$1,171
February 2024$1,114
March 2024$1,091
April 2024$1,087
May 2024$1,051
June 2024$1,060
July 2024$1,090
August 2024$1,089
September 2024$1,103
October 2024$1,102
November 2024$1,119
December 2024$1,149
January 2025$1,087
February 2025$1,043
March 2025$996
April 2025$1,003
May 2025$1,014
June 2025$1,042
July 2025$1,100
August 2025$1,073
September 2025$1,084

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$41,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,045.
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Schools near Cambrian Apartments

Chapman Elementary School

1445 nw 26th ave

portland, OR, 97210

K-5Public
B

Winterhaven School

3830 se 14th ave

portland, OR, 97202

K-8Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Downtown Portland | Portland, OR

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Portland near 1129 Sw Columbia St

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1129 Sw Columbia St, Portland

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

8/10
Wide 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 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

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

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