
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Portland, OR from $837 (877 Rentals) Page 2 of 18


Hidden Oaks Apartments

Sunnyside Park Apartments

Seven Gables

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2121 Multnomah

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Westview Terrace

Ivy Terrace Apartments

Ridgeview Terrace

Fircrest

Lake Village and Lakewood Apartments
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11221 NE Glisan St

2211 SE 96th Dr

Laurelwood Estates

Garden Park Estates

Windsor Court Apartments

Stark Street Station

Kingston Gardens

East Stark Apartments

Martin

Briar Rose Apartments
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424 SE 169th Ave

426 SE 169th Ave

436 SE 169th Ave

Stacey Lee Apartments

Indian Hills Apartments

T. Joyce Phillips

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The Fredrick

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Parkwood Apartments

Gateway Park

Stadium Station
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

1936 SE 162nd Ave

Parkway Garden

Pier Park

Ramona Apartments

5900-5938-5938 SE Division St

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7905 N Fessenden St, Unit #5

12231-12239 SE Bush St, Unit 75

Imperial House

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Elaine Station Apartments

Rosewood Apartments
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Parkside Commons

Oliver Station Apartments

Gateway Crossing

Kenton Commons

Sheri-Hill Apartments

Nesika Illahee

Wimbledon Square And Gardens

Little King

Commons at Timber Creek Apartments

Colonial Villa Apartments
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Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Studio Apartments | $1,345 | $470 | $6,717 |
| Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $562 | $7,184 |
| Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $837 | $10,000+ |
| Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $1,351 | $10,000+ |
| Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,117 | $1,902 | $9,410 |
| Portland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,342 | $5,096 | $9,588 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Portland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Portland is under $822.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portland?
The cheapest apartment in Portland is Center Village which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Portland costs $1,728.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Portland?
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 7,521 regular apartments in Portland 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 Portland?
Cheap apartments in Portland have an average cost of $451 which is $1,277 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portland.
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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From Arts to Eats: A Local Insider's Guide to Living in Portland's Best Spots
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Hello! My name is Chad, and I am your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. After living in this one-of-a-kind city for more than 20 years, I have seen it change in many exciting ways.

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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.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.