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Portland Weighs $56M Housing Funds as Evictions Rise
City leaders look to address housing crisis as filings tick up in Multnomah County.
Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:24pm by Ben Kaplan
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Residential eviction filings in Multnomah County, which includes Portland, Oregon, saw a slight increase last year as city leaders work to determine how to allocate $56 million in unbudgeted housing funds to address the ongoing housing crisis.
Why it matters
Portland has long struggled with housing affordability and homelessness, and the uptick in evictions suggests the problem may be worsening despite efforts to provide more funding and resources. How the city chooses to spend the new $56 million could have significant impacts on renters and the overall housing landscape.
The details
While the increase in eviction filings was modest, it comes as Portland officials are grappling with how to best utilize the $56 million in unbudgeted housing funds. The money was allocated from the city's general fund and is intended to support a range of initiatives, from rental assistance to affordable housing development.
- Eviction filings in Multnomah County increased slightly in 2025.
- Portland city leaders are currently weighing how to spend $56 million in unbudgeted housing funds.
The players
Multnomah County
The county that includes the city of Portland, Oregon, where the increase in residential eviction filings was observed.
Portland
The city in Oregon that is seeking to allocate $56 million in unbudgeted funds to address the housing crisis and rising evictions.
What’s next
Portland city officials are expected to announce their plan for spending the $56 million in housing funds in the coming months, which could include new rental assistance programs, affordable housing development, and other initiatives aimed at stabilizing the local housing market.
The takeaway
The uptick in eviction filings in Multnomah County highlights the ongoing housing challenges facing Portland, and the city's ability to effectively utilize the new $56 million in housing funds will be crucial in determining whether it can make meaningful progress in addressing the crisis.
