
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Neighborhood of Gresham, OR from $900 (61 Rentals)
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501 NE 3rd St

The Zimmer

Berry Ridge

Townfair Apartments

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Arts Plaza

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Avana Powell Valley

3rd Central

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Aspire Trailmark

Lumina Apartments
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Eleven Pines

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Springwater Crossing

Mountain Knolls

Columbia Trails

Powell Street Station

The Ridge at Bella Vista

975 SW Junction Pl

Linden Apartments

The Crossings @ Gresham Station

Hood Village Apartments
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Eastside Village Apartments

Emerald Pointe Apartments

200 SW Florence Ave

The Wes

Springwater Trail Apartments

Alexan Park Commons

Eastman Heights Apartments

Images Highland Apartments

Trailside

Vista Highlands
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Gresham Central

530 NE 5th St

4063 SW McKinley St

4059 SW McKinley St

15762 SE Division St

D Street Salal Apartments

17442 SE Powell Blvd

15772 SE Division St

16920 SE Powell Blvd

16804 SE Division St, Unit 3
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Powell Court

Foothills Apartments

2333 SE 174th Ave

2541-2545-2545 SE 170th Ave

2329 SE 174th Ave

16936 SE Powell Blvd

Central East Apartments

Arbor View Apartments

The Jamico

Bridge City Apartments
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Southwest, Gresham, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Studio Apartments | $1,325 | $1,325 | $1,325 |
| Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $975 | $2,904 |
| Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $1,075 | $3,103 |
| Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $2,050 | $2,865 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Neighborhood of Gresham, OR.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at The Zimmer priced from $1,249. Linden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Southwest apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Zimmer | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Linden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Berry Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Applegate Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Bridge City Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Linden Place Apartments | One Bed - Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Townfair Apartments | Tilikum | 1BR,1BA | $1,317 |
| Powell Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Avana Powell Valley | Two Bedroom, One Bath 865 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,339 |
| Eastside Village Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest, OR
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Trailside in the in the East Portland neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Southwest apartment is the 2x2 Classic Model at Township Eastside starting at $1,450 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the East Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trailside | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Township Eastside | 2x2 Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Eleven Pines | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Foothills Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Sherman Villa | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Aspire Trailmark | 2x1 Renovated 2nd Floor 3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Linden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Avana Powell Valley | Two Bedroom, One Bath 865 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Meadowview East | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Linden Place Apartments | Two Bed - Washer/Dryer Included | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Best Local Schools in Southwest, Gresham, OR
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Apartment is $1,058 at Linden Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest is starting from $1,250 at Linden Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eastside Village Apartments and starts from $1,545.
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