
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Island Station Neighborhood of Milwaukie, OR from $800 (65 Rentals)
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Parkside Heights

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3220 SE Rockwood St, Unit 3220, Unit 3220

Driftwood Terrace

Miramonte Lodge

Shorewood Terrace Apartments

Seven Acres

The Milwaukian

Axletree Apartments

3725-3727 SE Jackson St
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Henley Place

River Cliff Apartments

Concord Crossing

Hillside Manor

Stanford

Camille Court Apartments

The Devonshire Apartments

Kona Gardens Apartments

Oak Grove Village Apartments

North Main Village
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Tara West Apartments

Chestnut Place

Quail Ridge Apartments

Water's Edge Apartments

Park Hamlin - 2323 SE Harrison

15540 SE E Ave

Crystal Lake

14832 SE Cedar Ave

3725 SE Jackson St

Village Monroe Apartments
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Maple Grove Court

Linden Terrace

Banbury Apartments

Hidden Village Apartment Homes

Images Springcreek Apartments

14020 SE Arista Dr

Sellwood Apartments

50 Northshore Rd

Lake Village and Lakewood Apartments

13030 SE Rusk Rd, Unit 13A
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Holm at Sellwood

Uptown at Lake Oswego

4048 SE Howe St

9717 SE 43rd Ave

Willamette Townhouse

477-479 6th St

Northshore Apartments

Courtney Square

Tenino Terrace

The Sellina
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Island Station, Milwaukie, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Island Station?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island Station Studio Apartments | $1,493 | $1,240 | $2,335 |
| Island Station 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $1,175 | $3,315 |
| Island Station 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,556 | $1,425 | $7,685 |
| Island Station 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,133 | $2,295 | $5,960 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 65 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Island Station Neighborhood of Milwaukie, OR.
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Cheapest Available Island Station Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Island Station area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Hillside Manor priced from $835. Sellwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Island Station apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Sellwood Apartments | 1x1 389 | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Dutch Village Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| Moreland Crossing | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,215 |
| SE 11th & Tenino Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Miramonte Lodge | Morrison | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Park Hamlin - 2323 SE Harrison | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Shorewood Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Vaulted | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Lake Village and Lakewood Apartments | 2 X 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Island Station, OR
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Island Station area is the $2.07 price per square foot 3BR Model at Images Springcreek Apartments in the in the Eastmoreland neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Island Station apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Overlook at the Willamette starting at $2,350 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Glenmorrie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Island Station apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Images Springcreek Apartments | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Overlook at the Willamette | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Tara West Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Camille Court Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Uptown at Lake Oswego | (250) 1BR Updated (840sq ft #46) | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Driftwood Terrace | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Lake Village and Lakewood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Concord Crossing | One Bedroom & One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Shorewood Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Ground | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Moreland Crossing | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleIsland Station, Milwaukie, OR
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Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Island Station Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Island Station?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Island Station is under $1,425.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Island Station?
The cheapest apartment in Island Station is Hillside Manor which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in Island Station costs $2,647.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Island Station?
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 10 regular apartments in Island Station 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 Island Station?
Cheap apartments in Island Station have an average cost of $336 which is $2,311 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Island Station.
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