
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bend, OR from $465 (95 Rentals)
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Cedarwest

Nine Peaks

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61511 Parrell Rd

Vintage at Bend

1427 NW 4th St

Lakeside Place

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Outlook at Pilot Butte

Peak 42

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Strata
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Seasons at Farmington Reserve

The Current

Petra at Larkspur

410 NW Newport Ave

1529 NW Portland Ave

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The Nest

Steppe

1325 SW Boardwalk Ln

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Terava

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The Hixon at Westside Yard
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Bellevue Crossing

21578 Park Way

The Reserve at Brookswood

130 NE 6th St

Bridge Water Apartments

The Commons @ Pilot Butte Apartment Homes

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Range Apartments

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Jackstraw

1031 NE Watt Way

The Reserves at Pilot Butte
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The Veridian

Sienna Pointe

858 NE Hidden Valley Dr

1760 NE Lotus Dr

200-200 Summer Lake Pl

1025 NE Rambling Ln

Stone Creek Apartments

1753 NE Laredo Way

Escena Apartments

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1725 SW Forest Ridge Ave

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Oasis at 2600

Edgewater Apartments

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The Eddy

820 NW Columbia St

694 SE Centennial St

20047 Beth Ave

63339 NW Britta St

2301 NE Mary Rose Pl

3100 NW Golf View Dr
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Bend, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Bend Studio Apartments | $1,774 | $1,430 | $3,035 |
| Cheap Bend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,909 | $465 | $3,512 |
| Cheap Bend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,438 | $604 | $4,249 |
| Cheap Bend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,727 | $1,150 | $5,995 |
| Cheap Bend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,070 | $6,868 | $7,272 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bend, OR
Pricing Updated: 09/05/2026Current apartment rentals in the Bend, OR area range in price from $465 to $7,272 with an overall median price of $2,095. The three Bend neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mountain View at $1,750, Orchard District at $1,830, and Old Farm District at $1,944. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bend Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View | $1,750 | $465 | 60 |
| Orchard District | $1,830 | $1,430 | 9 |
| Old Farm District | $1,944 | $1,150 | 7 |
| Larkspur | $1,987 | $819 | 52 |
| Southeast Bend | $2,060 | $1,150 | 31 |
| Orchard | $2,070 | $465 | 212 |
| Downtown Bend | $2,075 | $465 | 211 |
| Southwest Bend | $2,075 | $465 | 219 |
| Aubrey Butte | $2,095 | $1,395 | 10 |
| Southern Crossing | $2,117 | $1,150 | 173 |
Cheapest Available Bend Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bend, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Legacy Landing in the Orchard neighborhood priced from $465. Cedarwest in the Orchard neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $819. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bend apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Landing | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $465 |
| Cedarwest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
| Nine Peaks | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Vintage at Bend | 2B | Age 55+ | 2BR,1BA | $1,414 |
| Outlook at Pilot Butte | Tanager | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Lakeside Place | 1AA | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Strata | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| The Current | The Santiam | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| Steppe | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bend, OR
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bend area is the $2.03 price per square foot Summit - 1262 SF Three-Bedroom Two-Bathroom Model at The Reserve at Brookswood in the in the River West neighborhood starting from $2,565. The second greatest value Bend apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at GERJ02 starting at $1,900 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Orchard neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bend apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve at Brookswood | Summit - 1262 SF Three-Bedroom Two-Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| GERJ02 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| ST. JAMES SQUARE | 3/1 D Deluxe + Kitchen | 3BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Mountain Glen Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
| Stone Creek Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Cedarwest | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Vintage at Bend | 2B | Age 55+ | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Legacy Landing | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| Nine Peaks | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 61511 Parrell Rd | 61511 Parrell Rd | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.92 |
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Bend Overview
Bend is one of the most naturally beautiful and active cities in the Northwestern United States. Bend is central Oregon's largest city and offers all the amenities of a metropolitan area in a smaller, friendlier environment. With a wealth of sports and nature activities and an economical cost of living, life in Bend apartments make for a great place to call home.
Why live in Bend, OR?
" Bend offers a comfortable place to make your home in the Northwestern United States. Homes and apartments are affordable and centrally located to all the city's benefits and charms. There are plenty of shopping and dining options, from local cafes and boutiques to nationwide chains. Indulge in Bend's rich natural history at the High Desert Museum to take in the exhibits or even a live performance. The Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint, Rock of the Range and Tumalo State Park all also offer prime spots for nature aficionados."
Bend, ORPopulation: 97,590
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in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bend Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bend?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bend is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bend?
The cheapest apartment in Bend is Legacy Landing which is listed at $465, while the average apartment in Bend costs $2,095.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bend?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 36 regular apartments in Bend that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bend?
Cheap apartments in Bend have an average cost of $189 which is $1,906 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bend.
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