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Sanctuary

$1,355 – $2,263/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 475–957 sq ft
  • 9 units available
  • Pet friendly
4940 Sw Landing Dr, Portland, OR, 97239

As of October 14, 2026, Sanctuary in Portland, OR has 9 apartments for rent from $1,355 to $2,263/mo. Studios start at $1,355, one-bedrooms at $1,444, and two-bedrooms at $2,060. The average asking rent has fallen 3.2% since March 25, 2026, from $1,607 to $1,556.


Floor plans

Sanctuary has 9 units available across 9 floor plans: 2 studio layouts (475–531 sq ft), 5 one-bedroom layouts (519–692 sq ft), and 2 two-bedroom layouts (921–957 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Landing B

Studio • 1 Bath • 475 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,355/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A-429$1,355475Oct 7

e7.1

Studio • 1 Bath • 531 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,381/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A-318$1,381531Oct 22

Landing V

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 519 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,444/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A-332$1,444519Oct 16

Hamilton I

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 615 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,495/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B-412$1,495615Sep 25

Landing D

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 613 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,544/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A-315$1,544613Aug 17

Landing T

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 692 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,566/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B-304$1,566692Sep 25

Landing K

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 688 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,603/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B-401$1,603688Sep 7

Landing Y

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 921 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,060/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A-125$2,060921Sep 26

Macadam D

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 957 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,263/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A-316$2,263957Oct 26

See all 70 units listed at Sanctuary, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Sanctuary, a studio starts at about $1,863 a month all-in: $1,355 rent, $255 in listed fees, and an estimated $253 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,966 and a two-bedroom at about $2,651.

All-in from$1,863/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 Sanctuary takes about $48,780 a year for a studio, $51,984 for a one-bedroom, and $74,160 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,863 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $88,900 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,863/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$88,900/yr

Income to qualify

$48,780/yr

Your estimated budget

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Sanctuary has ranged from $1,511 to $2,488. The current average is $1,556, down $51 (3.2%) from $1,607 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (160 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Sanctuary shows $254.50 a month in fees (parking $200, pet rent $40, renters liability/content property program $14.50) and $747.95 due at signing (security deposit $400, pet deposit $300, application fee $47.95).

  • Rent

    $1,355 – $2,263/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 17

Monthly fees

Parking

$200/mo

Pet Rent

$40/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$14.5/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$47.95

Pet Deposit (Refundable)

$300

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$400

Amenities

Sanctuary is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking. It lists 8 amenities, including bike wash station.

  • Bike Wash Station

  • Electric Car Charging Stations

  • Garage Parking Available

  • Leed Gold Certified

  • On-Site Management And Maintenance

  • Pet Wash Station

  • Smoke Free

  • Smoke-Free Community


Amenity photos

  • Roof deck
    4 photos
  • Grill area

Location

4940 Sw Landing Dr, Portland, OR, 97239


Resident reviews

Residents of Sanctuary rate maintenance (4.1) and location (3.7) highest and building quality (3.0) lowest.

2.5 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.6
Maintenance4.1
Building Quality3.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.0
Location3.7
Overall85 reviews

Sanctuary Apartments offers a desirable riverside location with modern finishes and responsive leasing staff, but resident experiences diverge significantly based on tenure and management periods. Long-term residents report a notable decline in building maintenance, cleanliness, and security services over recent years, while newer residents and tour participants frequently praise the amenities, location, and leasing team. Common concerns include rising fees, facility malfunctions, cleanliness issues in shared spaces, and package theft, though maintenance staff are consistently commended for responsiveness.

Management responsiveness and communication have declined significantly, particularly following recent staffing changes. While leasing staff receive consistent praise for helpfulness and professionalism, long-term residents report deteriorating maintenance response times, unannounced fee increases, and poor handling of facility issues including broken garage doors, trash room malfunctions, and cleanliness concerns. Service cuts including elimination of cleaning staff and security patrols have compounded resident dissatisfaction, though management has shown willingness to address specific complaints such as discontinuing problematic trash services.

Maintenance response times are generally quick, with most work orders completed efficiently by the maintenance team. Residents consistently praise the professionalism and skill of maintenance staff in addressing repairs ranging from HVAC units to plumbing issues. However, some residents report concerns about response delays on certain issues and gaps in weekend maintenance coverage, which has affected building upkeep in common areas.

Building quality has declined significantly, with residents reporting deteriorating cleanliness in common areas, trash rooms, elevators, and lobbies. Noise transmission through walls remains a concern for some residents, while maintenance responsiveness varies. Facility issues including broken garage doors, malfunctioning trash chutes, and fire alarm problems occur regularly, though maintenance staff are noted as responsive when available.

Residents report significant maintenance and cleanliness issues in common areas, including trash rooms, shared spaces, and parking facilities. Package concierge and amenities like the fitness room and rooftop are appreciated, but concerns about parking costs ($200/month), limited bike storage, and inconsistent upkeep have emerged. Management responsiveness and communication have declined according to longer-term residents, with particular frustration over service reductions and unaddressed facility repairs.

The property benefits from a prime riverside location south of downtown with convenient access to the bike trail and nearby amenities, offering a quiet neighborhood setting while remaining close to urban activity. Parking is available on-site but carries a $200/month fee, which residents note as a significant cost factor in the overall rental expense. The location and river views are consistently praised, though some residents report that cumulative fees and parking costs impact affordability.

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

Sanctuary is walkable and very bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Walkable
Grade C
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade B+

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Sanctuary was good on 247 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

247 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 71

Temperature

82° / 36°

average July high / January low

: 68° high, 49° low

Pollen

None

Oct 14–18 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°F47°F52 (moderate)12 of 31
November54°F44°F53 (moderate)12 of 30
December51°F42°F40 (good)22 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Sanctuary is a 182-unit building in Portland, OR.

Imagine living in your own private sanctuary nestled alongside the bank of the Willamette River. A place where a relaxing evening on the rooftop terrace with sweeping city views acts as a reminder that you are only minutes away from Downtown Portland's finest shops, restaurants and dining. Your surrounding community offers the to re-connect you to the beauty of nature. Watch the sunrise on your morning jog along the Waterfront Trail, or adventure down to one of the many neighborhood cafes for your morning pick-me-up. To whatever moves you, Sanctuary apartments offers the balance you are looking for.

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    182

Nearby schools

The closest school to Sanctuary is Portland Village School, a charter middle school 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Gray Middle School, 1.4 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Portland Village School

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle0.1 mi

The Goddard School - Portland (Johns Landing)

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Next Generation Kids Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

A Renaissance School of Arts and Sciences

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.3 mi

Montessori Childrens House Dc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Building Bridges

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

L'espoir Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Art For Life Maplewood

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.8 mi

Gray Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.4 mi

Cong Nev Shalom Found School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Contact & management

Sanctuary is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 503-227-0300.


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