
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ardenwald Neighborhood of Milwaukie, OR from $600 (23 Rentals)
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Charbern Apts - In The Hear of Milwaukie Oregon

Miramonte Lodge

54 Woodstock Apartments~ Great Location ~Vibrant Neighborhood
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Studio Pointe Apartments

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Ardenwald, Milwaukie, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ardenwald?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardenwald Studio Apartments | $1,298 | $1,095 | $1,500 |
| Ardenwald 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,100 | $3,700 |
| Ardenwald 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,295 | $2,995 |
| Ardenwald 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $1,695 | $2,850 |
| Ardenwald 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $2,950 | $2,950 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ardenwald Neighborhood of Milwaukie, OR.
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Cheapest Available Ardenwald Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ardenwald area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at 54 Woodstock Apartments~ Great Location ~Vibrant Neighborhood priced from $1,095. Sellwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Ardenwald apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Woodstock Apartments~ Great Location ~Vibrant Neighborhood | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Sellwood Apartments | Studio A | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Studio Pointe Apartments | Studio 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,118 |
| ReNew Johnson Creek | Juniper | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Charbern Apts - In The Hear of Milwaukie Oregon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ardenwald, OR
As of December 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ardenwald area is the $1.83 price per square foot 6336 SE Cedarcrest Dr Model at 6336 SE Cedarcrest Dr, Unit A in the in the Historic Milwaukie neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Ardenwald apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Willamette Townhouse starting at $1,695 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Eastmoreland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ardenwald apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6336 SE Cedarcrest Dr, Unit A | 6336 SE Cedarcrest Dr | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| Willamette Townhouse | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Images Springcreek Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Driftwood Terrace | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Briarwood Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 12331 SE Whitcomb Dr., Unit #2 | 12331 SE Whitcomb Dr. | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| Sunnyside Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Village Monroe Apartments | 2 X 1 w/laundry in kitchen | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Tristin Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath lg | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Charbern Apts - In The Hear of Milwaukie Oregon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleArdenwald, Milwaukie, OR
Ranked #6
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Ardenwald, Milwaukie, OR
Ardenwald Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Oregon and customized analysis for South Central Portland. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Ardenwald Neighborhood in Milwaukie, OR
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
47 / 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 Ardenwald Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ardenwald?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ardenwald is under $1,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ardenwald?
The cheapest apartment in Ardenwald is Sellwood Apartments which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Ardenwald costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ardenwald?
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 18 regular apartments in Ardenwald 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 Ardenwald?
Cheap apartments in Ardenwald have an average cost of $300 which is $2,650 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ardenwald.
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