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Landmark at Tanasbourne
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$1,451 - $1,913
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Landmark at Tanasbourne

3120 NW John Olsen AveHillsboro, OR 97124
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Arcadia by Alta
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$1,499 - $3,950
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Arcadia by Alta

9950 NE Gibbs DrHillsboro, OR 97006
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Lark
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$1,523 - $4,226
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Lark

8775 NE Wilkins StHillsboro, OR 97006
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Astral & Revel by Alta
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$1,595 - $3,060
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Astral & Revel by Alta

1390 NE Compton DrHillsboro, OR 97006
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Sierra West
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Sierra West

356 SE 12th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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Montebello
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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
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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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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsboro, OR

Pricing Updated: 08/19/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Hillsboro, OR area range in price from $1,122 to $6,387 with an overall median price of $1,844. The three Hillsboro neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Hillsboro at $1,709, Downtown Hillsboro at $1,733, and Orenco Station at $1,765. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hillsboro Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Hillsboro$1,709$1,39130
Downtown Hillsboro$1,733$1,39116
Orenco Station$1,765$1,150171
Southeast Hillsboro$1,860$1,150582
Tanasbourne$1,860$1,122619

Cheapest Available Hillsboro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsboro, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunset View in the Northwest Portland neighborhood priced from $995. Brentwood Oaks in the Northwest Portland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,072. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sunset View1/11BR,1BA$995
Brentwood OaksOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,072
WyndhavenOne Bedroom -11BR,1BA$1,122
Q1 ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/Two Bath (B)2BR,2BA$1,150
Covington Square ApartmentsCovington 1x1A 550 sqft1BR,1BA$1,245
Briarcreek ApartmentsOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,249
Meadowlark Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1,250
Lineage at Willow Creek1x1 Classic1BR,1BA$1,353
The Patrician Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,355
City Center Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,356

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, OR

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $1.65 price per square foot Provence Model at Commons at Verandas in Tanasbourne Apartments in the in the Triple Creek neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the M Model at 4th Main starting at $1,695 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Oakhurst South 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.
Commons at Verandas in Tanasbourne ApartmentsProvence2BR,2BA$1.65
4th MainM2BR,2BA$1.62
Suzann Plaza ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.61
Stillwater Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.70
Q1 ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/Two Bath (D)2BR,2BA$1.63
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 -11BR,1BA$1.70

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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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Hillsboro, OR

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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 $1,356.

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 $1,844.

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 68 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 $183 which is $1,661 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsboro.

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