In Portland, OR, the cost of house sitting averages between $40 and $67.50 per day. The average is about the same as the national rate, which is $56.89 per day.
House sitting rates in Portland depend on factors like:
- How many and what kinds of pets your house sitter will care for
- How long your sitter will stay
- The range of household tasks your sitter will cover in your absence
To give you an idea of what you can expect to pay in Portland for house sitting, we’ve compiled the average rates of Portland house sitters on Rover. Here’s what to budget for your pet’s staycation.
House Sitting Rates in Portland
House sitting is sometimes billed at an average hourly rate of $15 per hour, but Portland rates are more often calculated per night. To estimate your costs, multiply the nightly rate by the number of nights you need house sitting.
In Portland, the average nightly rate for pet house sitting is $56.88. For a week of house sitting, the cost will be $398.16. A month of house sitting costs $1706.40.
Note that these rates don’t include state and local taxes.
| Length of Stay | Dog Cost | Cat Cost |
| 1 day | $40 to $65 | $40 to $70 |
| 1 week | $280 to $455 | $280 to $490 |
| 2 weeks | $560 to $910 | $560 to $980 |
| 1 month | $1200 to $1950 | $1200 to $2100 |
What House Sitting Services Cost Extra?
Different factors, like your pet’s age and needs, can impact the cost of house sitting. You can typically expect to pay extra in the following situations:
- Puppy: $62.68 per night
- Additional dog: +$30.23 per night
- Additional cat: +$17.14 per night
- Welcome gifts or grocery budget: $100 to $200
- Bathing and grooming: +$6.92
You might also expect to pay more if:
- Your house sitter has many years of professional experience and reviews to match
- Your pets need special care or medication
- You’d like your house sitter to take your pets to places like daycare or the groomer
- Your home requires maintenance beyond the usual house sitting tasks
Alternatives to house sitting
If house sitting feels expensive, consider dog boarding, which can sometimes be more affordable. Pet sitters on Rover in Portland typically charge between $40 and $60 per night to host a dog in their own home. You can filter for compatible environments, like pets allowed on furniture or no other pet guests, then schedule a meet and greet ahead of time to make sure it’s a good fit.
For healthy adult cats, consider switching to drop-in visits, where a pet sitter comes to set out food, clean the litter box, and play with your cat several times a day for 30 or 60 minutes. Drop-in visits in Portland typically cost about $21.38 per 30-minute visit.
Holiday Rates for Portland House Sitting
House sitting in Portland will also get more expensive during the holidays. Sitters increase their prices to reflect the high demand, limited availability, and extra attention pets may require during these periods.
In Portland, you can expect to pay an average rate of $68.23 per night for dogs and $70.08 per night for cats for holidays like:
- Martin Luther King Day
- President’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- 4th of July
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
- New Year’s Day
For the best chance of getting the rates that fit your budget, reach out to sitters early. Pet parents in Portland typically lock in their house sitter 24 days ahead for both dogs and cats. For popular holidays, you may need to start your search even earlier.
Finding the Right House Sitter in Portland
Keep in mind that price is just one of several factors in choosing the right house sitter. Rover can help you find the best fit, from local house sitters who know your neighborhood, to house sitters with the specific pet experience you need. It’s important not to choose a house sitter based only on their rate.
When pet care is a priority, Rover can help you find a dedicated pet sitter who does house sitting—not just a house sitter who sometimes watches pets.
Remember to ask questions to suss out red and green flags. Rover makes it easy to filter for your preferences, read reviews, confirm background checks, and schedule a meet and greet to ensure you’ve found a good fit.
Note: These prices are accurate as of September 2025, as pulled from Rover’s data.
