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Modera Pearl

$1,353 – $3,206/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 496–1,209 sq ft
  • 19 units available
1481 Nw 13th Ave, Portland, OR, 97209

As of October 13, 2026, Modera Pearl in Portland, OR has 19 apartments for rent from $1,353 to $3,206/mo. Studios start at $1,353, one-bedrooms at $1,471, and two-bedrooms at $2,848. The average asking rent has risen 4.3% since April 19, 2026, from $1,765 to $1,842.

Floor plans

9 floor plans · 19 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

S1

Studio • 1 Bath • 496 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,353/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
223$1,353496Oct 12
623$1,388496Oct 12

S3

Studio • 1 Bath • 621 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,605/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
932$1,826621Oct 12
532$1,605621Oct 31

S2

Studio • 1 Bath • 564 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,641/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
919$1,641564Oct 12

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 611 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,471/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
709$1,521611Oct 10
333$1,489611Oct 12
339$1,521611Oct 12
405$1,536611Oct 12
205$1,471611Oct 17

A8

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 690 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,590/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
108$1,590690Oct 12
640$1,755690Oct 12
540$1,735690Nov 3
440$1,725690Nov 14

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 653 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,786/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
703$1,786653Oct 12

A4

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 714 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,824/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
825$1,824714Oct 12

B3

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,209 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,848/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
517$2,8481,209Oct 12
545$2,8481,209Oct 12

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,201 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,206/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
942$3,2061,201Oct 12

See all 83 units listed at Modera Pearl, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Modera Pearl has ranged from $1,445 to $2,214. The current average is $1,842, up $76 (4.3%) from $1,765 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (119 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,788$1,353 – $3,20619
Sep 2026$1,671$1,373 – $2,86418
Aug 2026$1,750$1,381 – $3,21321
Jul 2026$1,707$1,341 – $3,10622
Jun 2026$1,963$1,473 – $3,19418
May 2026$1,897$1,263 – $3,16319
Apr 2026$1,800$1,301 – $3,16326

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,353 – $3,206/mo
  • Security deposit

    $300
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 10

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Portland area.

Lowest-priced apartment: S1 at $1,353

$1,606/mo

$253/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,353

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $134

  • Internet

    est.

    $74

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $13

  • Laundry

    est.
    No in-unit washer/dryer listed

    $32

  • All-in monthly

    $1,606

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
Studio$1,353$1,606$48,708/yr
1 bedroom$1,471$1,738$52,956/yr
2 bedrooms$2,848$3,184$102,528/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $48,708 a year for the $1,353 studio. The median renter household in Portland earns $59,728 a year.

Compared with the Portland area

The median one-bedroom at Modera Pearl asks $1,590 a month, 10% above the Portland area's typical one-bedroom asking rent of $1,440. Typical asking rents across the area are down 1.5% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent herePortland-area asking rentPortland rent paid
Studio$1,605—$1,322
1 bedroom$1,590$1,440$1,493
2 bedrooms$2,848$1,664$1,806
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Portland, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • 24/7 State-Of-The-Art Fitness Studio With Cardio And Trx® System

  • 8th-Floor Resident Lounge With Floor To Ceiling Windows

  • Additional Storage

  • Barbeque Area

  • Club Caliber Fitness Studio With Cycling Space And Fitness On Demand

  • Club House And Resident Lounge

  • Coffee Bar

  • Convenient Self-Serve Package Lockers

  • Cozy Up By The Rooftop Fire Table

  • Dedicated Bike Storage

  • Dine Al Fresco With Rooftop Grilling With Table And Chairs

  • Entertain With The Community Demonstration Kitchen

  • Game Room With Pool Table And Shuffleboard

  • Generous Resident Lounge, Great For Entertaining

  • Indoor/Outdoor Rooftop Deck With Social Options

  • Leed® Silver Certification

  • Loaner Bikes

  • Pet Area On Rooftop Deck With Lounge

  • Private Controlled-Access Garage Parking

  • Rooftop Infinity Spa With Views Of Portland

  • Stretch Or Meditate In The Yoga/Pilates Studio

  • Stunning Views Of Portland In Our Rooftop Social Hubs

  • Theater Room

  • Walk Score Of 93

  • Wifi In All Social Areas

  • Wine Cellar With Individual Locked Wine Storage


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Roof deck
    2 photos

Location

1481 Nw 13th Ave, Portland, OR, 97209


Resident reviews

4.2 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.0
Management4.1
Building Quality4.0
Location4.6
Maintenance4.4

Modera Pearl offers modern, spacious units in a prime Pearl District location with strong community amenities including a rooftop hot tub, gym, and regular resident events. Staff and maintenance are frequently praised for responsiveness and friendliness. However, recurring concerns include trash chute malfunctions causing hallway odors, inconsistent cleanliness in common areas, security gaps (package theft, vehicle break-ins), and elevated fees for parking and services like valet trash.

Modera Pearl offers spacious units with modern amenities including a gym, rooftop grills, and hot tub in a convenient Pearl District location. However, residents report significant ongoing maintenance challenges with trash chutes, common area cleanliness, and amenity upkeep, alongside concerns about security, parking costs, and additional fees. Staff responsiveness varies, with maintenance and leasing teams frequently praised but management communication inconsistent. The property appeals to those prioritizing location and unit quality, but amenity reliability and common area conditions remain persistent issues.

Management responsiveness and staff friendliness are highly valued, with many residents praising quick maintenance resolution and welcoming leasing interactions. However, persistent operational issues—including broken trash chutes, delayed email responses, billing errors, and amenity maintenance gaps—create frustration. Communication breakdowns and staffing constraints have led some residents to report unresolved concerns and slow problem-solving, though recent reviews indicate improvements in responsiveness and issue resolution.

Modera Pearl features modern units with effective sound insulation between apartments, and staff generally receives praise for responsiveness. However, the building experiences recurring maintenance challenges including frequent garbage chute malfunctions, inconsistent elevator availability, and cleanliness issues in common areas—particularly the courtyard and hallways. Amenities like the hot tub are sometimes unavailable for extended periods, and residents report concerns about security infrastructure and package theft.

The property benefits from a highly desirable Pearl District location within walking distance of coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, and transit access, while maintaining a quieter, more secluded feel than surrounding areas. Residents consistently praise the convenient neighborhood access and safe environment. Paid garage parking is available, though some note the cost and requirement to rent larger units for multiple spots. The location is widely cited as a primary draw for residents.

Maintenance staff respond quickly to work orders and repair requests, with residents consistently reporting efficient service and friendly interactions. Emergency and same-day repairs are handled promptly, including appliance fixes and HVAC issues. One resident reported a significant delay on a window repair that took six months to resolve after a work order was lost, though most recent reviews indicate timely completion of maintenance requests.

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

Very Walkable

Some Transit

Very Bikeable


About this property

Mill Creek continues to grow its Pacific Northwest portfolio with the development of Modera Pearl, a luxe apartment community located in the Pearl District of Portland. The community, situated just west of the Willamette River along NW 13th Avenue and NW Quimby Street, features 290 apartment homes and blends modern touches with classic sophistication. Modera Pearl offers studio, one- and two-bedroom homes with an average square footage of 791 and select den and penthouse layouts available. Outdoor amenities include a rooftop spa deck and barbecue area. Inside, you’ll find a club-quality fitness room, yoga/Pilates studio, wine cellar, 8th-floor resident lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, self-serve package lockers, game room with billiards and shuffleboard, dog run, coffee bar, rooftop fire table, controlled access parking garage, theater room, and a stunning clubroom to suit. The LEED Silver-certified community will also include loaner bikes, bike storage, a pet lounge, and a pet spa. Apartment interiors are offered with nine-foot ceilings, quartz countertops, kitchen with open display shelving, industrial finishes with exposed concrete columns and ceilings, custom 42′ cabinets with chrome pulls, under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances, wood-style plank flooring, oversized windows, air conditioning and programmable thermostats. Select homes offer private balconies or patios, work-from-home nooks, and city and mountain views. The community boasts an impressive Walk Score of 93 and is within walking distance of an eclectic mix of shopping, dining and retail options. Several entertainment venues are also situated nearby, including Moda Center and Providence Park, each less than two miles from the community. Outdoor and recreational enthusiasts can utilize numerous nearby parks, including Forest Park, Tanner Springs Park, Tom McCall Waterfront Park, The Fields Park, Jamison Square, Couch City Park and Washington Park.

  • Building

    Apartment
  • Total units

    290

Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Childpeace Montessori School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.2 mi

We Village Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Kids Community Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Beth Israel Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Metropolitan Learning Center

Public · High
PublicHigh0.6 mi

Cathedral School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.7 mi

Contact & management