Live downtown in our cool "Painted Lady" 4-plex, a Victorian classic with high ceilings, wood floors. This spacious main floor unit features a super long living room with a cool mystery door as part of the living room. The room is split by a grand archway, with the FP surrounded by built in book cases. Split it up into TV room and game-sitting room, options are endless. Book ending this fabulous space, multiple windows facing east into the courtyard and west too.
The bedroom features a giant bay window that bathes the space with light. At the back of the unit is the the galley style kitchen. It has touch of vintage with the tiled backsplash and wainscotting, plus tons of counter space and a dining nook with large window. A ceramic top electric stove, dishwasher and refrigerator, are provided.
There is a charming courtyard with a bistro table shared with the other residents in the building. In the adjacent basement there is coin operated laundry and you get your own storage locker too. Rent includes water/sewer/garbage. Resident pays for electricity.
The Painted Lady is located on the southwestern tip of the PSU campus. Transit is a breeze, and there is quick access to the MAX Green Line, the MAX Orange Line and the MAX Yellow Line at the PSU South/SW 6th & College MAX Stn stops.
Parking information: The neighborhood is zoned B, and parking permits are required for long term parking. Here is a link where you will find more details and the permit application and pricing.
Details:
Rent - $ 1,295
Deposit - $900
Pet deposit - $250 / pet (on a case-by-case basis = requires good reference from current landlord for your pet).
Lease - 1 year
Renter's Insurance - REQUIRED
This unit is posted for advertisement 11/4/25 at 3:55 PM, and applications will be accepted 11/7/25 at 3:55 PM. The dwelling unit is not a "type A Unit", Accessible Dwelling Unit.
938 SW Clifton Street
938 SW Clifton St, Portland, OR 97201
Apartment building
1 bed
Shared laundry
What's special
Galley style kitchenCharming courtyardBuilt in book casesWood floorsGiant bay windowHigh ceilingsMultiple windows facing east
The City of Portland requires a notice to applicants of the Portland Housing Bureau’s Statement of Applicant Rights. Additionally, Portland requires a notice to applicants relating to a Tenant’s right to request a Modification or Accommodation.
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Shared: Onsite Laundry
Unit Features
Appliances
- Range Oven
- Refrigerator
Other
- Water/sewer/garbage
Policies
- Contact for details
Neighborhood: Southwest Hills
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Portland
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ainsworth Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10West Sylvan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 8/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 938 SW Clifton Street?
938 SW Clifton Street has a walk score of 86, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of 938 SW Clifton Street?
938 SW Clifton Street has a transit score of 85, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 938 SW Clifton Street?
The schools assigned to 938 SW Clifton Street include Ainsworth Elementary School, West Sylvan Middle School, and Lincoln High School.
Does 938 SW Clifton Street have in-unit laundry?
No, but 938 SW Clifton Street has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is 938 SW Clifton Street in?
938 SW Clifton Street is in the Southwest Hills neighborhood in Portland, OR.
