Apartments for Rent in Portland, OR Under $1,500 (1,573 Rentals)

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Altamont Summit Apartment Homes
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$1,500 - $5,117
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$1,475 - $5,092
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$1,500 - $5,117
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Altamont Summit Apartment Homes

9701 SE Johnson Creek BlvdPortland, OR 97086
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Midtown East
$1,500 - $2,500
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$1,375 - $2,375
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$125

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$1,500 - $2,500
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Midtown East

1611 NW Lovejoy StPortland, OR 97209
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Sunset Station Apartments
$1,500 - $1,525
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$1,455 - $1,480
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$45

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$1,500 - $1,525
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 7

Sunset Station Apartments

17704-17736 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97230
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The Wyatt
$1,498 - $9,222
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$1,498 - $9,222

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$1,498 - $9,222
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The Wyatt

1221 NW Marshall StPortland, OR 97209
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13643 E Burnside St, Unit 13651
$1,495
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$1,495

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13643 E Burnside St, Unit 13651

13643 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97233
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The Linden
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$1,494 - $2,716
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$1,494 - $2,716

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$1,494 - $2,716
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The Linden

1250 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97214
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81 Fifty at West Hills
$1,483 - $4,671
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$1,467 - $4,655
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$16

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$1,483 - $4,671
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81 Fifty at West Hills

8150 SW Barnes RdPortland, OR 97225
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Portland Astoria
Rent Specials
$1,477 - $6,168
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$1,477 - $6,168

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$1,477 - $6,168
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Portland Astoria

140 SW Columbia StPortland, OR 97201
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Township Eastside
Rent Specials
$1,470 - $2,095
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$1,470 - $2,095

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$1,470 - $2,095
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Township Eastside

17310 SE Naegeli DrPortland, OR 97236
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The Frankie
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$1,466 - $4,035
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$1,466 - $4,035

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$1,466 - $4,035
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The Frankie

3260 SE Milwaukie AvePortland, OR 97202
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Aspire Columbia Ridge
Rent Specials
$1,460 - $2,298
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$1,460 - $2,298

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$1,460 - $2,298
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Aspire Columbia Ridge

15910 NE Sandy BlvdPortland, OR 97230
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Slabtown Flats
Rent Specials
$1,455 - $2,800
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$1,445 - $2,790
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$10

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$1,455 - $2,800
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Slabtown Flats

1885 NW Quimby StPortland, OR 97209
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Hollywood 12
Rent Specials
$1,450
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$1,331
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$119

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$1,450
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Hollywood 12

1728 NE 45th AvePortland, OR 97213
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Frequently Asked Questions about Portland

How much are Studio apartments in Portland?

There are currently 2,806 Studio Apartments in Portland with rent ranges from $412 to $2,813 with an average price of $1,340.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Portland Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Portland ranges from $750 to $6,675 with an average monthly rent of $1,751.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Portland cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Portland range from $668 to $8,930. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,070.

How expensive are Portland Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,204 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Portland on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $765 to $11,850 - averaging $2,588 for the location.

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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.

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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.

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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.

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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.