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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Small-town charm
  • Newly renovated apartment homes
  • Ample parking
  • Private back patios
  • 4 on-site laundry rooms
  • Some units have air conditioning

Location

2607 21st Ave, Forest Grove, OR 97116, USA
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Management

SMI Property Management

Leasing office

(503) 357-2522

Property Overview

College Place Apartments offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities with newly renovated homes and ample parking. Residents can enjoy private back patios and convenient laundry facilities on-site, enhancing everyday living. With a Zumper expert rating and easy access to public transport just under a mile away, this property presents attractive options for potential renters.

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, College Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, College Place 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
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x11 bed1 bath620 sqft$1,075 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to College Place Apartments. Nestled between the Tillamook Forest and Cornelius, Forest Grove offers small-town charm, great outdoor adventure, and much more. Tri-met, shopping and dining are just a short walk up the street. Also just 3 blocks from Pacific University, popular for their dining, live music, and movies on the lawn during the warm summer months. Beautiful Bard Park is just 4 blocks away and offers a basketball court, play structures, grassy areas, walk path, and a covered area with picnic tables. Our community offers newly renovated and spacious apartment homes complete with private back patios, ample parking, and 4 on-site laundry rooms. *Some units have air conditioning and/or fireplace. Up to 2 pets welcome with a total combined weight limit of 40 lbs. Must be at least 1 year old, spayed/neutered, and up-to-date on all vaccinations. Additional security deposit and monthly pet rent required. DISCLOSURES: *THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE PRIOR TO EXECUTION OF RENTAL AGREEMENT RENT: The following are MAXIMUM amounts. The actual amounts charged will depend on the unit size, screening results and other factors. Unit Rent: One Bdrm: $1,075-$1,125 Utility Bill-Back Charge: $40 Pet Rent: $25 DEPOSITS: Security Deposit MINIMUM: $800 Security Deposit MAXIMUM: $1,600 (Depends on screening results and unit size) Additional Security Deposit For Having a Pet: $350 _____________________________________________________________________________________ RENTERS & LIABILITY INSURANCE: A Renters and Liability Insurance policy with SMI Property Management listed as an interested party, is required to be provided at the commencement of the lease/rental agreement and is to be maintained throughout the term of the tenancy in the amount of $100,000. No insurance will be required if: A) The household income of all of the tenants in the unit is equal to or less than fifty percent of the area median income, adjusted for family size as measured up to a five-person family; or B) If the dwelling unit has been subsidized with public funds, not including housing choice vouchers. _____________________________________________________________________________________ GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE: See listing of all available units at: https www smiproperty com vacancies Approximate number of units currently available, or which will in the foreseeable future be available, of the size and in the area requested by applicant:______ unit(s). Approximate number of applications previously accepted and currently under consideration for those units:______ application(s). If the blanks above are not filled in, then there is at least one unit available and there are no applications ahead of yours currently under consideration. Interior photos may not represent the actual unit. Apply Now

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Amenities for College Place Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Garbage IncludedPatio

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Ample Off-Street Parking

Neighborhood

Great Location
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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About College Place Apartments

HomeApartments in Forest Grove College Place Apartments

Welcome home to College Place Apartments. Nestled between the Tillamook Forest and Cornelius, Forest Grove offers small-town charm, great outdoor adventure, and much more. Tri-met, shopping and dining are just a short walk up the street. Also just 3 blocks from Pacific University, popular for their dining, live music, and movies on the lawn during the warm summer months. Beautiful Bard Park is just 4 blocks away and offers a basketball court, play structures, grassy areas, walk path, and a covered area with picnic tables. Our community offers newly renovated and spacious apartment homes complete with private back patios, ample parking, and 4 on-site laundry rooms. *Some units have air conditioning and/or fireplace.


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, College Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, College Place 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 College Place 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.
College Place 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.
College Place 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.
College 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·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 College Place 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.

College Place Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area

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 College Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Forest Grove

1-bedroom apartments at College Place Apartments cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Forest Grove.

Median rents as of Sep 28 2025.
Forest Grove
A table of studio rental data trends in Forest Grove
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,645
December 2023$1,657
January 2024$1,670
February 2024$1,645
March 2024$1,647
April 2024$1,651
May 2024$1,645
June 2024$1,810
July 2024$1,832
August 2024$1,920
September 2024$1,945
October 2024$1,901
November 2024$1,748
December 2024$1,895
January 2025$1,807
February 2025$1,795
September 2025$895

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,075.
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Schools near College Place Apartments

Joseph Gale Elementary School

3130 18th ave

forest grove, OR, 97116

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Forest Grove near 2607 21st Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
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

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2607 21st Ave, Forest Grove

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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