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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • On-site laundry facilities

Location

15139 Se Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97236, USA|Centennial
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Management

Stark Firs Management, Inc

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Leasing office

(971) 228-6669

Property Overview

Powell Butte Townhomes receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 9.7 out of 10, indicating it is an excellent option for renters. The property features remarkable amenities, including off-street parking and on-site laundry, and offers a competitive price rating of 10 out of 10, ensuring a good value. Additionally, with a location rating of 10 and a trustworthiness rating of 9, renters can expect a quality living experience enhanced by thorough transparency and detail about the property.

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Zumper Expert Rating

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, Powell Butte Townhomes is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

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Floor plans

2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath780 sqft$1,375 /mo1 unit availableACCEPTING APPLICATIONS AS OF 01/13/2026 @ 12 PM LINK TO ONLINE APPLICATION - Application fee is $55 per adult. https myrentalapplication com index starkfirsmanagement SPECIAL/CONCESSION: Approved applicants will get their first full month of rent concessioned with a 12 month lease. Does not apply to current Stark Firs tenants. Water/sewer/trash is included in the cost of rent. Renters Insurance is required at the time of move-in. Pet Friendly: No pet rent or deposit! We allow up to 2 animals PER UNIT Smoke free communities *DÉCOR/INTERIOR WILL VARY* *PRICES AND AVAILABILITY SUBJECT TO CHANGE* Call our central office for more information: 503-252-9454 To see a full list of our properties please visit: www starkfirsmanagement com Se Habla Español. Office Hours: Monday- Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday- 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Sunday- CLOSED • Equal Housing Opportunity • This is not an Accessible Dwelling Unit as defined by City of Portland regulation

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Amenities for Powell Butte Townhomes

Apartment Amenities

PatioTown Home

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Washer and Dryer

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Year built1973
Units22
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About Powell Butte Townhomes

HomeApartments in PortlandCentennial Powell Butte Townhomes

Powell Butte, located at 15139 SE Powell Blvd. in Portland, Oregon, is a 22-unit community featuring a mix of 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath apartments spanning 780 square feet and 3-bedroom, 2-bath apartments offering 900 square feet. Amenities include convenient on-site laundry facilities and off-street parking. The property is well-situated near Tri-Met public transportation for easy commuting. Located in the Centennial School District, Powell Butte provides comfortable living in a well-connected and accessible area.


Year Built: 1973

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.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, Powell Butte Townhomes is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Powell Butte Townhomes
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.
Powell Butte Townhomes 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.
Powell Butte Townhomes goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including off-street parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Powell Butte Townhomes receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Powell Butte Townhomes offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Powell Butte Townhomes has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Powell Butte Townhomes.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Powell Butte Townhomes has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

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 Powell Butte Townhomes compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Centennial

2-bedroom apartments at Powell Butte Townhomes cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Centennial.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Centennial
Portland
A table of studio rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,185
October 2025$1,150
November 2025$1,173
December 2025$1,163
January 2026$1,146
A table of studio rental data trends in Centennial
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,045
May 2024$1,065
August 2024$1,045
September 2024$1,059
October 2024$1,050
November 2024$1,060
January 2025$1,050
February 2025$1,084
March 2025$1,095
May 2025$1,096
June 2025$1,095
August 2025$1,049
September 2025$1,045
October 2025$1,045
November 2025$1,006
December 2025$945
January 2026$990

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$55,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,375.
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Schools near Powell Butte Townhomes

Powell Butte Elementary School

3615 se 174th st

portland, OR, 97236

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Getting around Portland near 15139 Se Powell Blvd

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 15139 Se Powell Blvd, Portland

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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