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HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01)

$1,400/mo

  • Studio
  • 1 bath
  • 537 sq ft
  • 1 unit available
485 Se 14th Ave, Portland, OR, 97214

As of October 13, 2026, HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) in Portland, OR has 1 apartment for rent at $1,400/mo. The average asking rent has fallen 12.5% since June 27, 2026, from $1,600 to $1,400.


Floor plans

HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) has 1 unit available in 1 floor plan: a studio layout (537 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

Studio (537sq ft '11s)

Studio • 1 Bath • 537 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,400/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
411$1,400537Oct 21

See all 16 units listed at HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01), including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01), a studio starts at about $1,621 a month all-in: $1,400 rent and an estimated $221 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance.

All-in from$1,621/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) takes about $50,400 a year for a studio. Keeping the $1,621 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $75,400 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,621/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$75,400/yr

Income to qualify

$50,400/yr

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) has ranged from $1,338 to $2,125. The current average is $1,400, down $200 (12.5%) from $1,600 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (108 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01), the security deposit is $500.

  • Rent

    $1,400/mo
  • Security deposit

    $500
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 21

Amenities

HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 14 amenities, including dishwasher, package/locker room, and bike room.

  • Bike Room

  • Built-In Microwave

  • Dishwasher

  • Dog Wash Station

  • Keyless Entry

  • Lobby

  • Microwave

  • Oven/Stovetop

  • Package/Locker Room

  • Quartz Counters

  • Refrigerator

  • Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Washer And Dryer

  • Washer / Dryer


Amenity photos

  • Lobby
  • Parking

Location

485 Se 14th Ave, Portland, OR, 97214


Resident reviews

HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate management (4.2) and location (4.0) highest and amenities and shared spaces (3.8) lowest.

3.7
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.2
Location4.0
Building Quality4.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.8
Overall18 reviews

Homeroom Apartments offers a well-maintained building in a walkable, vibrant neighborhood with responsive on-site management. However, residents report significant security concerns including prolonged garage door failures, vehicle break-ins, and package theft, with management company disputes over compensation. Street noise, limited parking, rising utilities, and communication gaps during leasing also detract from the experience, though unit quality and amenities like in-unit laundry are appreciated.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism are consistently praised, with multiple residents highlighting the building manager's helpfulness, communication, and attentiveness to requests. However, significant concerns about security—including prolonged garage door failures, vehicle break-ins, and theft—have created tension between residents and property management over compensation and security infrastructure. Recent improvements in management responsiveness have been noted, though security issues remain a primary concern for some residents.

The property benefits from a walkable, mixed-use neighborhood with convenient access to shops, restaurants, and coffee shops, creating a balance between urban and residential character. Street noise is a notable concern, particularly for units facing busy streets, with reports of nighttime activity and sound penetration despite double-pane windows. Parking security has been a recurring issue, with residents reporting garage access problems and related vehicle break-ins. Overall, the location offers strong convenience and walkability, though noise and security logistics warrant consideration.

The building is generally well-maintained and clean with responsive management. However, residents report significant concerns about security, including garage access failures, package theft, and break-in attempts. Street-facing units experience substantial noise from external activity, and sound insulation through windows is limited despite double-pane construction.

Residents appreciate the property's location in Buckman and in-unit laundry amenities, along with recent improvements in management responsiveness. However, parking security has been a significant concern, with reports of garage door malfunctions leaving the $150/month reserved parking spaces unsecured and resulting in vehicle break-ins. Street noise and limited parking availability are also noted as ongoing considerations.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is limited.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A
Transit
Limited
Grade D
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade A+

Climate and air quality

Air quality near HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) was good on 248 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in November (average AQI 53, moderate). Daily highs averaged 82°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 36°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

248 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 62

Temperature

82° / 36°

average July high / January low

: 63° high, 40° low

Pollen

None

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January46°F36°F51 (moderate)15 of 31
February50°F38°F47 (good)16 of 28
March56°F42°F45 (good)21 of 31
April62°F43°F44 (good)25 of 30
May71°F50°F42 (good)27 of 31
June76°F55°F38 (good)28 of 30
July82°F59°F38 (good)29 of 31
August82°F60°F52 (moderate)19 of 31
September71°F54°F45 (good)21 of 30
October63°F46°F51 (moderate)13 of 31
November54°F44°F53 (moderate)12 of 30
December51°F42°F40 (good)22 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Located in the heart of the Buckman neighborhood, across the street from Revolution Hall, at Homeroom Apartments you're just steps to the best restaurants, boutiques, coffee shops, bars and brew pubs that Portland has to offer. Designed with sustainability in mind, Homeroom Apartments features thoughtful choices such as solar powered common areas, car charging stations, as well as reclaimed beams from the original building that have found new life within the new building. Quartz counters, plank flooring, incredible views of the city skyline all await you!


Nearby schools

The closest school to HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) is Buckman Elementary School, a public elementary school 0.1 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Buckman Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.1 mi

Escuela Viva Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Childroot's Child Care Center-Young Children

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle0.4 mi

Little Foot Steps Day Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Central Catholic High School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.5 mi

Silk Road Montessori School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Abernethy Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.9 mi

Hawthorne Family Playschool

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Wild Lilac Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Contact & management

HOMEROOM APARTMENTS (HOME01) is managed by ShowMeTheRent.com. The leasing office's phone number is (971) 228-2606x7.


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