Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, OR from $600 (108 Rentals)

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Landmark at Tanasbourne
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$1,401 - $1,940
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Landmark at Tanasbourne

3120 NW John Olsen AveHillsboro, OR 97124
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Nexus at Orenco Station
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$1,487 - $3,020
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Nexus at Orenco Station

1299 NE Orenco Station PkyHillsboro, OR 97124
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Arcadia by Alta
$1,576 - $3,950
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Arcadia by Alta

9950 NE Gibbs DrHillsboro, OR 97006
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Sierra West
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra West

356 SE 12th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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Montebello
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Montebello

220 SE 12th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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150 NE Jackson St
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150 NE Jackson St

150 NE Jackson StHillsboro, OR 97124
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Nutmeg Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nutmeg Apartments

1435 SE Oak StHillsboro, OR 97123
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5th Ave Apartments
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5th Ave Apartments

450 SE 5th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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8th Avenue
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8th Avenue

547 SE 8th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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Park Creek Village
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Park Creek Village

2065 SE 44th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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1374CEDA
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1374CEDA

1374 SE Cedar StHillsboro, OR 97123
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Walnut Apartments
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Walnut Apartments

1049 SE Walnut StHillsboro, OR 97123
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Oak Glen Apartments
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Oak Glen Apartments

720 SE Oak Glen WayHillsboro, OR 97123
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Platform 14
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Platform 14

1030 NE Orenco Station PkyHillsboro, OR 97124

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Hillsboro, OR Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsboro, OR

Pricing Updated: 07/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Hillsboro, OR area range in price from $1,115 to $6,210 with an overall median price of $2,831. The three Hillsboro neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Hillsboro at $1,396, West Hillsboro at $1,395, and Orenco Station at $1,115. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hillsboro Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Hillsboro$2,120$1,39615
West Hillsboro$2,132$1,39539
Orenco Station$2,185$1,115167
Southeast Hillsboro$3,860$1,115621
Tanasbourne$3,860$1,115667

Cheapest Available Hillsboro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsboro, OR is a Studio unit found at Merlo Station in the Northwest Portland neighborhood priced from $640. Sunset View in the Northwest Portland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Merlo StationStudioStudio,1BA$640
Sunset View1/11BR,1BA$995
WyndhavenOne Bedroom -11BR,1BA$1,122
Rock Creek 185E2Studio,1BA$1,190
Briarcreek ApartmentsOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,249
King's Court Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,310
8th Avenue1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,325
Sir Charles Court1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,335
Villa Capri East2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,335
The Patrician Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,355

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, OR

As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $1.68 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Amber Court Apartments in the in the Gables Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the 2x2 Model at Hanover starting at $1,549 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsboro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Amber Court Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.68
Hanover2x22BR,2BA$1.59
Commons at Verandas in Tanasbourne ApartmentsLorraine2BR,1BA$1.71
Aspen Grove Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.72
Villa Capri East2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.48
Merlo StationTwo-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
The Patrician Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.59
Aloha Crest2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.69
Sunset View1/11BR,1BA$1.34
WyndhavenOne Bedroom - 21BR,1BA$1.71

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A Local Experts Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

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Hillsboro Overview

"Hillsboro, Oregon is a thriving city with a vibrant, active lifestyle. While often called the ""Silicon Forest"" because it is home to several technology companies, Hillsboro also has endless opportunities to explore the great outdoors, and the dining and craft beer scenes are booming. "

Why live in Hillsboro, OR?

"Just outside the hustle and bustle of Portland, apartments in Hillsboro allow residents to enjoy big-city amenities while also partaking in the abundant outdoor opportunities of slightly more suburban living. Whether it's hiking, biking, climbing, extreme snow sports, or water sports, Hillsboro truly has something for everyone. There is also a lengthy list of craft breweries and new eateries to satisfy even the pickiest palates, and there are ample day or weekend trip opportunities for when you feel like getting away. The weather is mild and the economy is thriving, making it ideal for everyone from young professionals to families. "

Hillsboro, OR
Population: 108,389

Ranked #282

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillsboro, OR

Ranked #5

Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsboro Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Hillsboro?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillsboro is under $1,355.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsboro?

The cheapest apartment in Hillsboro is Sunset View which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Hillsboro costs $2,831.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillsboro?

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 99 regular apartments in Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro?

Cheap apartments in Hillsboro have an average cost of $340 which is $2,491 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsboro.

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