
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Neighborhood of Hillsboro, OR from $700 (6 Rentals)
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West, Hillsboro, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Studio Apartments | $1,610 | $1,545 | $1,650 |
| West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $1,122 | $1,915 |
| West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $1,344 | $2,000 |
| West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $1,658 | $2,245 |
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Cheapest Available West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at City Center Apartments priced from $1,122. 8th Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable West apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,122 |
| 8th Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Hampshire Downs | Plan K | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West, OR
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the West 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 West apartment is the 3 BR Model at Cornelius Village Apartments starting at $2,228 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Court Apartments CCA-9 | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
| Cornelius Village Apartments | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Jackson School Village | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| 24th & Main Apartments | 3 bed, 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| 4th Main | G | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Gateway Commons | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Maple Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| City Center Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Lincoln Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 8th Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest, Hillsboro, OR
Ranked #15
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West, Hillsboro, OR
W Verne Mckinney Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West?
The cheapest apartment in West is City Center Apartments which is listed at $1,122, while the average apartment in West costs $2,074.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West?
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 15 regular apartments in West 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 West?
Cheap apartments in West have an average cost of $436 which is $1,638 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West.
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