
Top Rated Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portland, OR from $300 (212 Rentals) Page 2 of 5
Top Rated Apartments in Portland.
Cheap Apartments in Portland.


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The Century

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Cyan/PDX

Cadence

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Amara

The Rodney

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The Wilmore

The Weidler

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Holloway

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The Enclave

Union

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Indigo

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Gilhurst Apartments

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Dianne

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The George Besaw

Meetinghouse

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Northpointe

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Savier Street Flats

Gateway Crossing
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The Payton

Villas de Mariposas

The Sitka Apartments

Z_Caritas Sacred Heart Villa

Margaret Carter Plaza

Zeal Lofts

Courtney Square

Chesterbury Apartments

Paramount Apartments
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Colonial Gardens Apartments

Evergreen Gardens

Forrest View Apartments

Wellesley Court Apartments

The Derby Slabtown

Benford Court Apartments

Slogan Apartments

Imperial Arms

311 Graham

The Belmar Apartments
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Central Chalet Apartments

Hilldale Garden Apartments

Golden Key Manor

Whitney Gray

Sandy Terrace Apartments

The Albert

The Fordham Apartments

Tuxedo Park Apartments

Dutch Village Apartments

Silver Creek 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 | $1,343 | $320 | $4,005 |
| Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $698 | $10,000+ |
| Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,090 | $837 | $8,630 |
| Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $1,028 | $10,000+ |
| Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,942 | $1,902 | $10,000+ |
| Portland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $10,483 | $5,098 | $10,000+ |
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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 $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portland?
The cheapest apartment in Portland is Pine Point Apartments which is listed at $562, while the average apartment in Portland costs $3,852.
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 7,698 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 $408 which is $3,444 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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

From Arts to Eats: A Local Insider's Guide to Living in Portland's Best Spots
Written by: Chad Deitchley
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.

The Portland Power Commute: Top Neighborhoods for Renters Near the City’s Major Job Hubs
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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.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland
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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.

A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.