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Highlights

  • Furnished apartments
  • Controlled building access
  • Full laundry facilities
  • Big screen tv
  • Community room with kitchen
  • Near shopping and services

Location

10 Nw Broadway, Portland, OR 97209, USA|Old Town - Chinatown
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Management

Pinehurst Management

Leasing office

(503) 228-9474

Property Overview

Helen Swindells Apartments offers a strong overall experience, with a 7.1/10 expert rating and especially high scores for amenities and location. Furnished units, controlled access, full laundry facilities, a big screen TV, and a community room with kitchen complement its proximity to shopping, services, a nearby top-rated elementary school, extensive parks, and abundant grocery and dining options. The property’s detailed, transparent listing and excellent access to gyms, sports facilities, farmers markets, transit, and cultural venues make it appealing for fitness, social life, and environmentally conscious living.

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

7.1
Very Good
Helen Swindells Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

0x1Studio1 bath103+ sqft$500 /mo2 units availableHelen Swindells is a four-story apartment community with Single Room Occupancy (SRO) homes. Located in what was the historic Broadway Hotel, it is near shopping and services and is two blocks from the transit mall in downtown Portland.

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About Helen Swindells Apartments

HomeApartments in PortlandOld Town - Chinatown Helen Swindells Apartments

Helen Swindells is located in the heart of downtown Portland. The community features a 24-hour desk attendant, controlled building access, furnished apartments, full laundry facilities, a community room with a kitchen and activities featuring a big screen TV.


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.
7.1
/10
Very Good
Helen Swindells Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Helen Swindells Apartments
Price·6A 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.
Helen Swindells Apartments is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
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, Helen Swindells 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.
Helen Swindells 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 Helen Swindells 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·7A 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.
Helen Swindells Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Helen Swindells Apartments is great for:

Wellness

  • 21 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • 50 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • There are 47 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 127 gyms or yoga centers nearby

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 111 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 908 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • 294 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 Helen Swindells Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Old Town - Chinatown

studio apartments at Helen Swindells Apartments cost about 46% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Old Town - Chinatown.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Old Town - Chinatown
Portland
A table of studio rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,185
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Old Town - Chinatown
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$995
June 2024$1,151
July 2024$1,290
August 2024$1,323
September 2024$1,272
October 2024$1,275
November 2024$1,141
December 2024$1,234
January 2025$1,052
February 2025$995
March 2025$995
April 2025$995
May 2025$995
July 2025$1,199
August 2025$1,247
September 2025$1,234
October 2025$995
November 2025$995
December 2025$1,055
January 2026$959
February 2026$987
March 2026$972
April 2026$942

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Helen Swindells 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-

Rose City Park

2334 ne 57th ave

portland, OR, 97212

K-5Public
B+

Flex Online School

10740 ne walker rd ste b

hillsboro, OR, 97006

K-12Public
A

Functional Living Skills Program

11611 ne ainsworth cir

portland, OR, 97220

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Old Town - Chinatown | 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 10 Nw Broadway

Walking

10/10
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

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 10 Nw Broadway, Portland

Groceries

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

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional 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

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

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

Explore the area around 10 Nw Broadway

World Foods
830 NW Everett St
Old Town Grocery
100 NW 3rd Ave
Mediterranean Express
120 SW Ankeny St
Whole Foods Market
1210 NW Couch St
McCormick Pier Grocery & Deli
600 NW Naito Pkwy

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