Eviction in Multnomah County (Portland), Oregon

Where eviction cases are filed in Multnomah County (Portland), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Multnomah County (Portland)

Eviction court: Multnomah County Circuit Court - Landlord/Tenant (FED) — Circuit court (Forcible Entry and Detainer) Court page
Filing fee: $88 (residential FED complaint, plus trial fee if a trial is held: $139/day nonjury); $18 notice of restitution; $47 writ of execution Oregon Judicial Department Circuit Court Fee Schedule (eff. 2026-01-01), FED - Residential; ORS 105.130(2)(a), ORS 21.235
Notice before filing (state law): Week-to-week: at least 72 hours' written notice, served no sooner than the 5th day of the rental period. Other tenancies: either at least 10 days' notice served no sooner than the 8th day of the rental period, or at least 13 days' notice served no sooner than the 5th day. Notice must state the amount due and the deadline to pay. Oregon rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026): $1,922/month HUD
Renter households: 163,104 (47% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-22

Where eviction cases are filed in Multnomah County (Portland)

Eviction cases in Multnomah County (Portland) are heard by the Multnomah County Circuit Court - Landlord/Tenant (FED) (Circuit court (Forcible Entry and Detainer)).

Central Courthouse (downtown Portland) — 1200 SW 1st Ave, Portland, OR · website
East County Courthouse (Gresham) — 18480 SE Stark St, Portland, OR · website

Court eviction page · E-filing · Search court records · Self-help center

Hearing location depends on the premises ZIP code: 97010, 97019, 97024, 97030, 97060, 97080, 97216, 97220, 97230, 97233, 97236, 97266 go to East County; all others to the Central Courthouse. First appearances at 8:45 am (in person or remote; attorneys in person). Landlord-Tenant Dept: (971) 274-0545, Mul.evictions@ojd.state.or.us. New UTCR ch. 18 provisions and new FED forms effective Aug 1, 2026.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Multnomah County (Portland)

$88 (residential FED complaint, plus trial fee if a trial is held: $139/day nonjury); $18 notice of restitution; $47 writ of execution

From the court's official fee schedule PDF (rev. date: effective January 1, 2026). Statewide fee. Tenant pays nothing to attend the first appearance; a tenant who files an answer and demands trial pays $88 (or seeks deferral/waiver). Jury trial fees are higher ($167/day six-person). The schedule does not list a service fee (service is arranged by the landlord, not the court).

Source: Oregon Judicial Department Circuit Court Fee Schedule (eff. 2026-01-01), FED - Residential; ORS 105.130(2)(a), ORS 21.235

How eviction cases work locally

First appearance timing	First appearance typically set 7-14 days after filing (15-21 days for certain nonpayment cases); landlord must have papers served by the next judicial day (not by the landlord). Source: Official source
After judgment	Judgment for possession valid 60 days; clerk issues Notice of Restitution, then Writ of Execution served and enforced by the Multnomah County Sheriff (writ expires if not enforced within 30 days). Source: Official source
Court help	OJD Legal Resource Center helps with forms: (971) 236-8670, Mul.LRC@OJD.state.or.us (Central: Room 02307; East County Tue/Thu). Source: Official source

The Oregon eviction process

Oregon state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Multnomah County (Portland):

Written termination notice (ORS 90.392, 90.394, 90.427, etc.)
File FED complaint and summons; nonpayment cases must include the required rental-assistance notice
First appearance: 7 days after the judicial day following payment of filing fees (15 days for nonpayment claims); clerk may delay up to 7 more days (ORS 105.135)
Unrepresented tenant files a written answer on the court form on the first-appearance day (ORS 105.137(8))
Trial: nonpayment claims no earlier than 15 and no later than 30 days after appearance; other claims within 15 days (ORS 105.137(6))
Judgment; clerk issues notice of restitution giving at least 4 days to move (ORS 105.151)
Writ of execution served by sheriff after the 4 days expire

Full Oregon eviction rules with sources →

Rent in Multnomah County (Portland)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio	$1,570
1 bedroom	$1,677
2 bedrooms	$1,922
3 bedrooms	$2,619
4 bedrooms	$3,109

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Multnomah County (Portland): $1,646/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level tenant ordinance identified; City of Portland renter protections are city rules.

Eviction help in Multnomah County (Portland)

Free legal help

Oregon Law Center - Eviction Defense Project — Free advice and representation statewide for eligible low-income tenants with an active eviction court case (case number usually starts '26LT'); call 888-585-9638 before the first appearance. Multnomah tenants with only a termination notice may get help or a referral before a case is filed.

Rental assistance

Multnomah County Emergency Rent Assistance via 211info — Emergency rent help for residents with an eviction notice or at risk of losing housing within 21 days; dial 2-1-1 or text ZIP to 898211
Short-Term Rent Assistance (STRA), administered by Home Forward — Up to 24 months of rent assistance for households at risk of homelessness (county, Portland, Gresham)

City rules in Multnomah County (Portland)

Portland landlord-tenant rules

Other Oregon counties

Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Multnomah County (Portland)?

Eviction cases in Multnomah County (Portland) are filed with the Multnomah County Circuit Court - Landlord/Tenant (FED).

How much does it cost to file an eviction in Multnomah County (Portland)?

$88 (residential FED complaint, plus trial fee if a trial is held: $139/day nonjury); $18 notice of restitution; $47 writ of execution.

Where can I get help with an eviction in Multnomah County (Portland)?

Oregon Law Center - Eviction Defense Project; Multnomah County Emergency Rent Assistance via 211info; Short-Term Rent Assistance (STRA), administered by Home Forward.

What is the fair market rent in Multnomah County (Portland)?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,922 per month (1-bedroom: $1,677).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.