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property at 1101 O Ave

$795 - $900

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1101 O Ave

La GrandeOR97850

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property at 130 Ridge Dr

$1,000 - $4,500

1 To 5 Bedroom Rentals

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130 Ridge Dr

La GrandeOR97850

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

South Hill Commons

248 SW 28th DrPendleton, OR 97801
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John Day, OR Local Guide

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 $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable John Day apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westgate Apartment HomesAgateStudio,1BA$1,099
Nova ApartmentsSmaller StudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Port View ApartmentsAg One Bed A1BR,1BA$1,320
Townhouse Villa2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,399
Redmond LandingThe Landing2BR,2BA$1,412
Cascade Ridge2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,460
North 882 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,685
RedPoint1x1 A1BR,1BA$1,744
Tidewater CommunitiesTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,919

Best Value Apartments for Rent in John Day, OR and Nearby

As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the John Day area is the $1.79 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Tidewater Communities in the starting from $2,175. The second greatest value John Day apartment is the The Deschutes Model at Redmond Landing starting at $1,809 with a $1.54 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for John Day apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tidewater CommunitiesThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.79
Redmond LandingThe Deschutes4BR,2BA$1.54
North 883 Bedroom (Smaller)3BR,2BA$2.07
Townhouse Villa2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.47
Port View ApartmentsAg One Bed A1BR,1BA$1.63
Cascade Ridge2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.84
RedPoint1x1 A1BR,1BA$2.51
Westgate Apartment HomesAgateStudio ,1BA$2.00
Nova ApartmentsSmaller StudioStudio ,1BA$5.00

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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 $1,299 at Westgate Apartment Homes.

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 Westgate Apartment Homes.

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 $1,627.

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.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.