
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Argay Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (59 Rentals)
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14407 NE Fremont St

Madison at Parkrose

12901 NE Prescott Dr

10227 NE Prescott St

Executive 1801 Apartments

Melrose Court Apartments

Rochelle Apartments

Gateway Park

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Zachary Park Apartments

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3126 NE 102nd Ave

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14132 NE Sandy Blvd

Parkrose Terrace

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3879 NE 152nd Ave

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Plaza de Cedro

14140 NE Sandy Blvd

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Argay, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Argay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argay Studio Apartments | $843 | $799 | $1,025 |
| Argay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $978 | $1,950 |
| Argay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $1,127 | $3,000 |
| Argay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $1,500 | $2,399 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Argay Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Argay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Argay area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Buri Building priced from $799. Madison at Parkrose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Argay apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buri Building | Studio SIM | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Madison at Parkrose | 108th - The Madison | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Executive 1801 Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Edgemont Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Melrose Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Glendoveer Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Wynne Watts Commons | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Rochelle Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Gateway Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| Halsey Street Arms Apartments | 1BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Argay, OR
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Argay area is the $1.68 price per square foot 2x2 Upgraded Model at One24 in the in the East Portland neighborhood starting from $1,707. The second greatest value Argay apartment is the 2 BEDROOM TOWNHOME Model at Tuxedo Park Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the East Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Argay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One24 | 2x2 Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Tuxedo Park Apartments | 2 BEDROOM TOWNHOME | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| Zachary Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Aspire Columbia Ridge | 2x1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Rochelle Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Halsey Summit Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Cameron Park | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Glen East Apartments | 2BD/1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Gateway Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Executive 1801 Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Our team is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Portland, Oregon. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Argay Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Argay?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Argay is under $1,210.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Argay?
The cheapest apartment in Argay is Buri Building which is listed at $978, while the average apartment in Argay costs $2,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Argay?
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 70 regular apartments in Argay 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 Argay?
Cheap apartments in Argay have an average cost of $490 which is $1,710 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Argay.
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