2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Forest Grove, OR
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Forest Grove, Oregon as of August 2026. That's +4% higher than the citywide median of $1,753 and +11% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Forest Grove
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Forest Grove
Compare Forest Grove's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Oregon
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coos Bay | $1,100 |
| 2 | La Grande | $1,100 |
| 3 | Klamath Falls | $1,120 |
| 4 | Pendleton | $1,120 |
| 5 | Hermiston | $1,190 |
| 6 | Prineville | $1,250 |
| 7 | Sutherlin | $1,260 |
| 8 | Roseburg | $1,270 |
| 9 | Newport | $1,330 |
| 10 | Stayton | $1,340 |
| 11 | Sweet Home | $1,360 |
| 12 | Astoria | $1,370 |
| 13 | Grants Pass | $1,385 |
| 14 | Lincoln City | $1,390 |
| 15 | Dallas | $1,420 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Oregon
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sherwood | $2,520 |
| 2 | Lake Oswego | $2,455 |
| 3 | West Linn | $2,380 |
| 4 | Hillsboro | $2,165 |
| 5 | Wilsonville | $2,150 |
| 6 | Clackamas | $2,100 |
| 7 | Beaverton | $2,100 |
| 8 | Tualatin | $2,090 |
| 9 | West Slope | $2,060 |
| 10 | Gladstone | $2,060 |
| 11 | Portland | $2,039 |
| 12 | Oregon City | $2,010 |
| 13 | Happy Valley | $1,980 |
| 14 | Tigard | $1,965 |
| 15 | Gresham | $1,925 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Forest Grove.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Forest Grove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro, OR | 14.9 mi | $2,165 | +$335 (+18%) |
| Scappoose, OR | 18.9 mi | $1,437 | $-393 (-21%) |
| Rockcreek, OR | 20.1 mi | $1,618 | $-212 (-12%) |
| Newberg, OR | 21.6 mi | $1,850 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Beaverton, OR | 23 mi | $2,100 | +$270 (+15%) |
| Saint Helens, OR | 25.2 mi | $1,830 | — |
| Sherwood, OR | 26 mi | $2,520 | +$690 (+38%) |
| McMinnville, OR | 26.7 mi | $1,830 | — |
| West Slope, OR | 27.8 mi | $2,060 | +$230 (+13%) |
| Tigard, OR | 28.4 mi | $1,965 | +$135 (+7%) |
| Garden Home-Whitford, OR | 29 mi | $1,879 | +$49 (+3%) |
| Raleigh Hills, OR | 29.5 mi | $1,776 | $-54 (-3%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Forest Grove — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Forest Grove?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Forest Grove, Oregon is $1,830 per month. This is +4% higher than the citywide median of $1,753.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Forest Grove?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $73,200 ($6,100/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.19/hour at a full-time job.
Is Forest Grove expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Forest Grove's 2-bedroom median of $1,830 is +11% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 60th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Forest Grove rank for 2-bedroom rent in Oregon?
Among the 64 cities in Oregon with 2-bedroom data, Forest Grove ranks #39 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Forest Grove?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Scappoose ($1,437), Rockcreek ($1,618), Raleigh Hills ($1,776).