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In St. Helens, the average rent is $1,570+ for a studio, $1,718+ for a 1-bedroom, $1,906+ for a 2-bedroom, and $2,310+ for a 3-bedroom.* *Based on base prices that don’t include fees

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Apartments for Rent in St. Helens, OR

6 rentals available

St. Helens Place Apartment Homes
$1,499
700 Matzen St, St. Helens, OR 97051
(971) 318-1543
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15 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
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W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Garage + more
Urban Serenity
Peaceful living with urban convenience.
St. Helens Place Apartment Homes offers an exquisite blend of tranquility and accessibility in the heart of St. Helens. Residents love the peaceful environment, with minimal noise disturbances and a professional management team that responds promptly to needs. Its prime location ensures easy access to local amenities, grocery stores, and entertainment venues; perfect for enjoying both urban comforts and serene living.
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425 South 8th Street
$2,100
425 South 8th Street, St. Helens, OR 97051
(971) 205-6419
1 unit available
2 bed
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Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, Garage, Stainless steel + more
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444 South 10th
$1,400
444 South 10th Street, St. Helens, OR 97051
(503) 543-4440
1 unit available
2 bed
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245 North 7th Street - 1
$1,595
245 North 7th Street, St. Helens, OR 97051
(503) 543-8985
1 unit available
1 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Parking, Air conditioning, Microwave + more
Modern Comfort
Stylish units near St. Helens vibrant downtown
Experience modern living with top-notch appliances in St. Helens. Residents love the energy-efficient heating and cooling along with an inviting private deck. Ideal for those who enjoy being close to downtown's dining and entertainment. Enjoy peace of mind with included utilities and convenient commutes to Portland.
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444 South 10th 1
2 Beds • 1 Bath • 702 sqft
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144 South 14th Street, Lower Level 2 Bed
2 Beds • 1 Bath • 912 sqft
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St. Helens Place Apartment Homes P-258
Studio • 1 Bath • 553 sqft
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245 North 7th Street - 1 1 Bed
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 580 sqft
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425 South 8th Street 2 Bed
2 Beds • 1 Bath • 900 sqft
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144 South 14th Street, Lower Level
$1,495
144 South 14th Street, St. Helens, OR 97051
(503) 543-8985
1 unit available
2 bed
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All utils included, Ceiling fan, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator
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471 Tualatin Street
$2,300
471 Tualatin Street, St. Helens, OR 97051
(503) 410-9914
1 unit available
3 bed
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W/D hookup, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Recently renovated, Ceiling fan, Extra storage + more
Peaceful Living
Enjoy tranquil, modern living in a charming bungalow
Located at the end of a quiet street in St. Helens, 471 Tualatin Street offers a peaceful environment with a modern and welcoming atmosphere. Renters enjoy a recently renovated space with thoughtful amenities like a dishwasher, ceiling fan, and extra storage. The updated kitchen and new paint throughout enhance the charm of this bungalow.
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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in St. Helens is $1,718+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,906+. Rent rates updated 7 days ago

Studio: $1,570+Trending up
1 Bed: $1,718+Trending up
2 Beds: $1,906+Trending up
3+ Beds: $2,310+Trending up

* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, the name St. Helens is referring to that St. Helens, as in Mt. St. Helens. The volcano is about a two-hour drive from the center of town, meaning this bedroom community is within striking distance of almost any outdoor pursuit one can imagine. If you like the idea of small-town life (and lower rents!) in the wild and wonderful Pacific Northwest but still want to be close to all the advantages of living in the big city, St. Helens may be the place for you.

To call it a sleepy town is no stretch -- the City of St. Helens, Oregon, has a page on its website dedicated to providing advice to residents who may encounter one of the coyotes that wander into town from time to time. Located on the banks of the Columbia River, St. Helens has a population of about 13,000 and is the largest town in Columbia County. It's within a two-hour drive of recreational opportunities on the Oregon Coast, Mt. Hood, and the Columbia River Gorge. It's also just 30-or-so miles from the urban centers of Longview and Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, meaning St. Helens residents are afforded all the benefits of living in a small town without feeling isolated from the rest of the world.

Moving to St. Helens

Finding apartments for rent or rental homes in St. Helens can be somewhat of a difficult proposition -- because of the town's size, there just are not that many choices. New subdivisions, historic homes, and modern dwellings in historic buildings make up the housing inventory in St. Helens. Part of the town's charm is you won't find large-scale city apartment communities, but you can find 1- bedroom apartments and duplexes to rent.

Many apartments for rent, rental condos, and rental homes conduct background and credit checks on potential renters, so you are going to need to have all of your proper documentation in order before you begin filling out applications. This includes your driver's license or state-issued ID, a passport or a military-issued ID, social security card, an unopened piece of mail from a utility company, and your prior rental history, as well as references going back as many years as possible. And remember, many applications require a $50, non-refundable fee, so make sure before you apply that you are dead set on moving into the apartment or home for which you are applying.

St. Helens Neighborhoods

St. Helens has a few distinct neighborhoods in town, but they are more-so given names by locals, hankering back to the time in the 1800s when the town originally was called Plymouth -- a mini shipping port along the Columbia River on the way to Portland.

Olde Towne: Olde Towne St. Helens, found about a mile east on Columbia Blvd., is kind of a tourist trap, meant to honor the town's history and cash in on its ties to Hollywood (more on that below). It's really just a couple of blocks wide, jam-packed with antique shops, restaurants and historic buildings right across the street from the Columbia River.

Midtown: It's located just off Highway 30 on Columbia Blvd. west of Olde Towne. It too is filled with antique stores, restaurants, nice homes to rent and apartments to rent. City apartments just don't exist here, but then again that's the whole reason you chose life in St. Helens over Portland, right?

Houlton: An area of town found on Columbia Blvd. on just off Highway 30. One of the true gems of Houlton is the Houlton Bakery, owned by married couple Gaynor and Joe. Heading to St. Helens just to eat at Houlton Bakery is well worth the trip.

Columbia City: This is another area considered part of St. Helens by locals though technically it's not. North on Highway 30 about five minutes, Columbia City's population is about 2,000. It's a little bit away from St. Helens proper, but renting a home in Columbia City, with its location right along the Columbia River, is well worth checking into.

Life in St. Helens

Every Thursday during the summer, St. Helens hosts 13 Nights on the River at Columbia View Park. It's a small, evening-only music festival, complete with food, adult beverages, and arts and crafts vendors.

St. Helens' aesthetic charm managed to catch the scouting eyes of Hollywood. Olde Towne provided the perfect backdrop for Disney's first "Halloweentown" movie. Various locations throughout St. Helens were also used as settings for the first movie in the Twilight series, and a small, cottage tourism industry sprang up around it.

Apartments for Rent in St. Helens, OR

St. Helens Place Apartment Homes

425 South 8th Street

444 South 10th

245 North 7th Street - 1

144 South 14th Street, Lower Level

471 Tualatin Street

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