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456 SE Cherry St

265 N Oregon St

Westgate Apartment Homes

503 Washington Ave

1707 US-26
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2415 Baker St

South Hill Commons

595 SW Birch Pl

217 SW 3rd St

507 SW 12th St

1857 N 1st Pl
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in John Day?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Day Studio Apartments | $1,340 | $1,250 | $1,450 |
| John Day 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,538 | $795 | $1,828 |
| John Day 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $1,100 | $3,753 |
| John Day 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,150 | $1,350 | $2,474 |
| John Day 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $1,850 | $1,912 |
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Cheapest Available John Day Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in John Day, OR is a Studio unit found at Westgate Apartment Homes priced from $1,099. Nova Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable John Day apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate Apartment Homes | Agate | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Nova Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Townhouse Villa | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Redmond Landing | The Landing | 2BR,2BA | $1,493 |
| The Mill at Ochoco | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1,589 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in John Day, OR and Nearby
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the John Day area is the $1.55 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Port View Apartments in the starting from $2,180. The second greatest value John Day apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Tidewater Communities starting at $2,045 with a $1.68 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for John Day apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port View Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Tidewater Communities | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Redmond Landing | The Deschutes | 4BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| North 88 | 3 Bedroom (Smaller) | 3BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Townhouse Villa | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| RedPoint | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| The Mill at Ochoco | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Westgate Apartment Homes | Agate | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
| Nova Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap John Day Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in John Day?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in John Day is at Westgate Apartment Homes listed at $1,099.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom John Day Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom John Day Apartment is $1,589 at The Mill at Ochoco.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom John Day Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in John Day is starting from $1,399 at Townhouse Villa.
What is the most affordable John Day Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap John Day Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Redmond Landing and starts from $1,719.
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