
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Hillsboro Neighborhood of Hillsboro, OR from $700 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Hillsboro area of Hillsboro.


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Isabelle Terrace

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Central Hillsboro, Hillsboro, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Hillsboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Hillsboro Studio Apartments | $1,573 | $1,495 | $1,600 |
| Central Hillsboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $1,348 | $1,725 |
| Central Hillsboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,344 | $2,050 |
| Central Hillsboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $1,658 | $2,895 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Hillsboro Neighborhood of Hillsboro, OR.
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Cheapest Available Central Hillsboro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Hillsboro area of Portland, OR is a 2 Beds unit found at City Center Apartments priced from $1,344. Gateway Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,348. Here are the most affordable Central Hillsboro apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,344 |
| Gateway Commons | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,348 |
| 8th Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Belmar Commons | 1 BR/1BA 751sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,459 |
| Isabelle Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Hillsboro, OR
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Hillsboro area is the $2.26 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Isabelle Terrace in the in the Oakhurst South neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Central Hillsboro apartment is the 2x1 Model at City Center Apartments starting at $1,344 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Oakhurst South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Hillsboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isabelle Terrace | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| City Center Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 24th & Main Apartments | 3 bed, 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Lincoln Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Belmar Commons | 1 BR/1BA 751sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Gateway Commons | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 8th Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 4th Main | D | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Hillsboro Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Hillsboro?
The cheapest apartment in Central Hillsboro is Gateway Commons which is listed at $1,348, while the average apartment in Central Hillsboro costs $1,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 12 regular apartments in Central 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 Central Hillsboro?
Cheap apartments in Central Hillsboro have an average cost of $733 which is $1,217 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Hillsboro.
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