
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Portland, OR from $500 (539 Rentals) Page 2 of 11


MF 11 - Cedarhurst Village Apartments

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Uptown Arms & Manor

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Modern Living at Koz on Interstate

WyEast Plaza - Waitlist! No availability!!

Acqua Apartments - Student Affordable

Lovejoy Station

The Fredrick

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Midtown West Apartments

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Portland Towers Apartments

MERX Slabtown

Vine Maple

Huckleberry Apartments

The Morrison

Alder 9

Firwood Station

Analog PDX

Elysian Gardens Apartments

6905 N Jersey St
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2320 N Vancouver Ave

Tabor Pointe Apartments

Medina

Louie

Westcott Properties

Tiller Terrace

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Park Plaza

Vista St. Clair

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The Addy

Gray's Landing

St. Francis Park

Commons at Sylvan Canyon Apartments

7630 SE Woodstock Blvd

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Sullivan's Ridge

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3226 SE Rockwood St

1410 N Webster St

311 Graham - Inclusionary Housing!

Lake Village and Lakewood Apartments

Woodstock Crossing Apartments

Hazel Ying Lee Apartments

7437 N Saint Louis Ave

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The Wilmore

11 Marché Apartments

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Collins Circle

The Ramona

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Sawbuck

Buckman Heights

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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 | $1,333 | $500 | $3,246 |
| Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $698 | $6,675 |
| Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,086 | $762 | $8,930 |
| Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $842 | $10,000+ |
| Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,769 | $1,902 | $10,000+ |
| Portland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,207 | $4,250 | $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 Helen Swindells Apartments which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in Portland costs $3,705.
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 8,851 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 $434 which is $3,271 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portland.
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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
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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
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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.

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.

From Arts to Eats: A Local Insiders Guide to Living in Portland's Best Spots
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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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
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.

