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Highlights

  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Controlled building access
  • Bicycle storage
  • Clawfoot bathtubs or showers

Location

929 Sw Salmon St, Portland, OR 97205, USA|Downtown Portland
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Management

Pinehurst Management

Leasing office

(503) 223-9300

Property Overview

Fountain Place Apartments receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.2, supported by a competitive price rating of 8 and exceptional amenities and location ratings of 9, making it an appealing choice for renters. The property features desirable amenities like on-site laundry and bicycle storage, contributing to its high quality and trustworthiness ratings. With 849 nearby restaurants and 112 parks, it excels in social life and environmental sustainability, offering an active, community-oriented lifestyle.

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

8.2
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Fountain Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fountain Place Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

Studio - 60%Studio1 bath363+ sqft$860 /mo2 units availableWelcome to Fountain Place Apartments, your ideal destination for affordable urban living in the heart of downtown Portland. Here, you’ll find a perfect blend of comfort, style, and accessibility without compromising on quality. Located steps away from vibrant shopping, delicious dining, and beautiful parks, Fountain Place puts you in the center of it all. With easy access to public transportation, commuting around the city is a breeze. Experience the best of downtown Portland without the hefty price tag. Come home to Fountain Place Apartments—where affordability meets community and comfort! INCOME LIMITS APPLY! Please check with management about qualification standards.

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Amenities for Fountain Place Apartments

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Grounds

Stove and Refrigerator

Services

Water, Sewer & Trash
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units74
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About Fountain Place Apartments

HomeApartments in PortlandDowntown Portland Fountain Place Apartments

Fountain Place’s charming apartments feature hardwood floors, gas ranges, and clawfoot bathtubs or showers. The apartment community offers bicycle storage, controlled building access, and on-site laundry facilities. Fountain Place is conveniently located in downtown Portland, near shopping, theatres, the MAX light rail, the main library, and other services.


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.
8.2
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Fountain Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fountain Place Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Fountain Place Apartments
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Fountain Place Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Downtown Portland. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A 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.
Fountain Place Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including stove and refrigerator. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Fountain Place Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Fountain Place 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 Fountain Place Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Fountain Place 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Grand old building! And in a convenient location, nothing but high praise for the Fountain place Apartments.

Kathi Bruyere

Kathi Bruyere

Dec 26, 2018

Great people, awesome staff, clean and safe environment!!!

Eugene Evett

Eugene Evett

Feb 09, 2019

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Fountain Place Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 857 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 110 parks within a 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 Fountain Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Downtown Portland

studio apartments at Fountain Place Apartments cost about 14% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Downtown Portland.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Downtown Portland
Portland
A table of studio rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,185
October 2025$1,150
November 2025$1,173
December 2025$1,163
January 2026$1,147
February 2026$1,152
March 2026$1,195
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Portland
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,083
October 2025$1,048
November 2025$1,002
December 2025$975
January 2026$1,000
February 2026$1,002
March 2026$997

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 929 Sw Salmon St?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$34,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,400 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $860.
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Schools near Fountain Place 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

Tigard-Tualatin Virtual Academy

6960 sw sandburg st

tigard, OR, 97223

K-12Public
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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 929 Sw Salmon St

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 929 Sw Salmon St, Portland

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

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

Cafes

9/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10
Variety of bars right on the street

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