Portland, OR Section 8 Rent Limits 2026 | Complete ZIP Code Guide

March 1, 2025 • Data Team

Section 8 Rent Limits for Portland, OR

As a landlord in Portland, OR, understanding Section 8 payment standards helps you maximize rental income. This comprehensive guide covers all 30 ZIP codes in Portland, providing 2025 rent limits.

Portland Payment Standards Overview

The average 2-bedroom Section 8 payment standard in Portland is $2,100/month. Portland uses Small Area Fair Market Rents (SAFMR), which means rent limits vary by ZIP code.

Average Rent Limits by Bedroom Size

  • Studio (0 BR): $1,580/month
  • 1 Bedroom: $1,790/month
  • 2 Bedroom: $2,100/month
  • 3 Bedroom: $2,690/month
  • 4+ Bedroom: $3,050/month

How to Use This Data

When listing your Portland rental property:

  1. Check Your ZIP Code: Use our interactive Portland rent limits tool
  2. Verify Payment Standard: Contact Multnomah County Housing Authority to confirm exact payment standards
  3. Check Rent Reasonableness: Use our rent reasonableness tool before submitting

View all Portland ZIP codes on our Portland Section 8 Rent Limits page.

Bottom Line: Section 8 provides stable, guaranteed rental income in Portland. Check your ZIP code's payment standard to maximize your rental income.