Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, OR from $600 (60 Rentals)

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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
1 Bedroom Apartments

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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8th Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8th Avenue

547 SE 8th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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1374CEDA
2 Bedroom Apartments

1374CEDA

1374 SE Cedar StHillsboro, OR 97123

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Merlo Station
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Merlo Station

2032 SW Merlo CtBeaverton, OR 97006
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Hillsboro, OR Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsboro, OR

Pricing Updated: 12/19/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hillsboro, OR area range in price from $1,122 to $5,442 with an overall median price of $2,422. The three Hillsboro neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Hillsboro at $1,122, Downtown Hillsboro at $1,122, and Orenco Station at $1,348. 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$2,018$1,12259
Downtown Hillsboro$2,045$1,12240
Orenco Station$2,206$1,348276
Southeast Hillsboro$2,921$1,325776
Tanasbourne$2,921$1,199740

Cheapest Available Hillsboro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsboro, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at City Center Apartments in the Oakhurst South neighborhood priced from $1,122. Rock Creek 185 in the Northwest Portland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
City Center Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,122
Rock Creek 185E1Studio,1BA$1,199
Platform 14SStudio,1BA$1,215
Bethany Meadows1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,245
Isabelle Terrace0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,250
King's Court Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,290
Baseline 158A1Studio,1BA$1,312
Elmonica Court1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,320
Avana Birch PointeStudio (475 SF)Studio,1BA$1,321
Reedville Meadows1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, OR

As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $1.58 price per square foot 3BR/1.5BA Model at Cedar Court Apartments CCA-9 in the in the Oakhurst South neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the Three-Bedroom Model at Merlo Station starting at $1,831 with a $1.61 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.
Cedar Court Apartments CCA-93BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$1.58
Merlo StationThree-Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.61
Aloha Crest3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1.61
Quatama Village Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.63
Suzann Plaza ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.57
Amber Court Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.55
Blanton Commons2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.63
Cascade Woods Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.64
Gateway CommonsTwo-Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.69
City Center Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.45

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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. "

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillsboro, OR

Ranked #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Hillsboro, OR

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,325.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsboro?

The cheapest apartment in Hillsboro is City Center Apartments which is listed at $1,122, while the average apartment in Hillsboro costs $2,422.

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 133 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 $305 which is $2,117 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsboro.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

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As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.