
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alameda Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $400 (120 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Alameda area of Portland.


Modern Rich Apartments

Hayu Tilixam

Society 62

Zeal Lofts

205 NE Rosa Parks Way

Fifth Avenue Place Apartments

The Yards

Pacific Tower Apartments

Louisa Flowers apartments
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Mississippi Court

Dawson Park Apartments

Orlo

T. Joyce Phillips

Commons

Westcott Properties

Analog PDX

Weidler Commons

Koz on Sandy

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Sullivan's Ridge
Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
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4706 NE 15th Ave

311 Graham - Inclusionary Housing!

The Village Coliving Community

Grant Park Village

Laurel 42

Atomic Orchard Experiment

Buckman Heights

123-123 NE 60th Ave

The Strauss on Burnside
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Fargo

The Ellington Apartments

38 Davis

505 Dekum Apartments

Forty One 11

Laurelwood

Hank Reardon Plaza

Monroe Street Apartments

The Robert

Hassalo on Eighth
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Arris

730 NW Naito Pkwy

Little King

The Roux

The Merrick

Cadence

Skylar Grand

The Lower Burnside Lofts

Chaku Kumtuks Haws

Anthem PDX
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Alameda, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alameda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alameda Studio Apartments | $1,362 | $412 | $2,695 |
| Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $750 | $4,900 |
| Alameda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,164 | $668 | $3,560 |
| Alameda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,643 | $765 | $10,000+ |
| Alameda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,099 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 120 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Alameda Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Alameda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alameda area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Helen Swindells Apartments priced from $412. Center Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $621. Here are the most affordable Alameda apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helen Swindells Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $412 |
| Center Village | b1.1 | 2BR,1BA | $621 |
| Modern Rich Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| Hayu Tilixam | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $668 |
| Park Terrace | One Bedroom One Bathroom Unit Income and rent r... | 1BR,1BA | $729 |
| Society 62 | Private Room w/Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Fifth Avenue Place Apartments | Studio 425 | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| King Dishman | One Bathroom One Bathoom HUD Unit | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Yards | Studio | Studio,1BA | $892 |
| Pacific Tower Apartments | Studio 60% 380 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alameda, OR
As of February 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alameda area is the $1.37 price per square foot d2.2 Model at Center Village in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,842. The second greatest value Alameda apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Villas de Mariposas starting at $1,267 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Cully neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Village | d2.2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Villas de Mariposas | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Irvington Apartments | lxl | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 5404 NE 54th Ave, Unit B | 5404 NE 54th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Laurelwood | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Westcott Properties | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.57 |
| Dawson Park Apartments | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| King Dishman | One Bathroom One Bathoom HUD Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Park Terrace | One Bedroom One Bathroom Unit Income and rent r... | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Hayu Tilixam | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
The Portland Power Commute: Top Neighborhoods for Renters Near the City’s Major Job Hubs
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Read ArticleA Local Experts Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAlameda, Portland, OR
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northeast Central Portland, OR. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alameda Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alameda?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alameda is under $895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alameda?
The cheapest apartment in Alameda is Park Terrace which is listed at $729, while the average apartment in Alameda costs $7,919.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alameda?
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 129 regular apartments in Alameda 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 Alameda?
Cheap apartments in Alameda have an average cost of $226 which is $7,693 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alameda.
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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Chad Deitchley
As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland
Written by: Chad Deitchley
Hello! My name is Chad, and I joined the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team as a Local Expert after living in Portland, Oregon, for more than 20 years. I have a deep love for this charming and vibrant city.

The Portland Power Commute: Top Neighborhoods for Renters Near the City’s Major Job Hubs
Written by: Chad Deitchley
Let me introduce myself as your ApartmentHomeLiving Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. I’m Chad, and I can attest firsthand to the vibrant and funky nature of this one-of-a-kind city.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
