3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Portland, OR Under $1,000 (6 Rentals)
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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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 |
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Portland Studio Apartments | $1,440 | $542 | $10,000+ |
Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,858 | $451 | $10,000+ |
Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $719 | $10,000+ |
Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,710 | $1,225 | $10,000+ |
Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,397 | $1,889 | $10,000+ |
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Portland, OR Local Guide
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How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Getting Around Portland, OR
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
85 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 3 Bedroom Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Portland with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Portland is at Shalamar Apartments listed at $1,245.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Portland Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Portland is $2,710.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Portland is a 3,727 square feet unit starting from $22,000 at Residences at 11W.
What is the average size for Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Portland is currently 1,469 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.