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Highlights

  • On-site laundry facility
  • Controlled building access
  • Vibrant shopping and dining options
  • Secure bicycle storage room

Location

1212 Sw Clay St, Portland, OR 97201, USA|Downtown Portland
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Management

Pinehurst Management

Leasing office

(971) 412-6846

Property Overview

Hamilton West earns a strong overall rating for its excellent value, standout amenities, and convenient location. It also offers on-site laundry, controlled building access, secure bicycle storage, and easy access to shopping, dining, parks, and entertainment, making it a compelling choice for renters seeking convenience and everyday comfort.

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, Hamilton West is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hamilton West 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

  • Social life

Floor plans

Hamilton West: Your Urban Oasis in PortlandStudio1 bath248 sqft$789 /mo1 unit available
Hamilton West: Your Urban Oasis in PortlandStudio1 bath$879 /mo2 units available
Hamilton West: Your Urban Oasis in Portland1 bed1 bath$1,292 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Hamilton West

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Bike RoomControlled Building
Onsite LaundryRooftop Patio

Grounds

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

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Applicants

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Units152
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About Hamilton West

HomeApartments in PortlandDowntown Portland Hamilton West

At Hamilton West Apartments in Portland, experience great living. Unique features include: Onsite laundry, roof-top patio, secured building, and bike room.


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, Hamilton West is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hamilton West 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 Hamilton West
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.
Hamilton West 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·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.
Hamilton West goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bike room. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Hamilton West 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.
Hamilton West 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 Hamilton West 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

Boomboom room

Gary Smith

Gary Smith

Aug 22, 2016

I have lived here for one year, and the apartments are well managed and I feel safe. We had an emergency here at three in the morning on a Sunday, and the management team went above and beyond to help set things right. I love living here.

Liza Bear

Liza Bear

Feb 29, 2016

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

Hamilton West is great for:

Social life

  • 763 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 139 parks and recreation options
  • 125 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 910 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 Hamilton West 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 Hamilton West cost about 19% less than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Portland.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 0% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Portland.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Downtown Portland
Portland
A table of studio rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,235
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
May 2026$1,187
June 2026$1,175
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Portland
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,100
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
April 2026$989
May 2026$998
June 2026$1,012

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Can I afford to live at 1212 Sw Clay St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$33,360/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,360 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $834.
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Schools near Hamilton West

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 1212 Sw Clay St

Walking

9/10
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 1212 Sw Clay St, Portland

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

9/10
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

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
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

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

Explore the area around 1212 Sw Clay St

Safeway
1030 SW Jefferson St
Park Avenue Market
1503 SW Park Ave
Juniors at Taylor
1026 SW Taylor St
Natura Mart
1726 SW 4th Ave
Whole Foods Market
1210 NW Couch St

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