Student Housing

Housing Northwest recognizes the increasingly competitive environment in higher education for attracting and retaining students.  High quality student housing is an important piece of the competitive puzzle.  Housing options can be a huge factor in student’s overall satisfaction with their educational experience. 

The roots of Housing Northwest reflect a strong student orientation.  Housing Northwest was founded in 1969 by students at Portland State University.  Housing Northwest is a not-for-profit corporation governed by a Board of Directors.  In every phase of its operation, HNW focuses its energies on providing an environment in which students attain goals of self-development, academic success and life enrichment.  HNW also believes strongly in involving students in their own governance.

Housing Northwest is dedicated to exceptional customer service for tenants and the partner institution’s administration.  HNW has a proven track record of facilities maintenance and open communication lines with residents.  We will work closely with administrators to assure the culture and mission of the university is conveyed throughout the student-housing program.

Low Income Housing

Housing Northwest has over fifteen years providing experience low income housing through a unique partnership with the Housing Authority of Portland.  In 1988, Housing Northwest entered into an agreement with the Housing Authority of Portland to renovate and manage three vintage apartment buildings in close proximity to the Portland State campus.  This partnership between government and the private sector for the mutual benefit of students and low-income tenants was the first of its kind in the City of Portland.

In 2003 the Board of Directors resolved to include affordable housing management into the mission of the organization.  HNW works in partnership with the owner to ensure that the property is well maintained, fiscally healthy, and that the educational and social programs provided are tailored to the needs of the resident population.  HNW believes that the best relationships are with partners that share a common mission.  We seek to support owners that are committed to providing quality affordable housing.