
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Argay Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (35 Rentals)
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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 | $808 | $799 | $950 |
| Argay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $978 | $1,950 |
| Argay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $1,195 | $2,400 |
| Argay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $1,297 | $2,625 |
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There are currently 35 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Wynne Watts Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Halsey Street Arms Apartments | 1BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Melrose Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Glendoveer Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Gateway Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| Plaza de Cedro | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,267 |
| Hidden Oaks Apartments | Tillamook | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Weidler Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Argay, OR
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Argay area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3BD/2.5BTH Model at Cedar Tree in the in the East Portland neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Argay apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Plaza de Cedro starting at $1,267 with a $1.10 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Tree | 3BD/2.5BTH | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| Plaza de Cedro | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Imperial House | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Rochelle Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| Executive 1801 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Halsey Summit Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Parkshore | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Hidden Oaks Apartments | Willamette | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Gateway Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Glen East Apartments | 2BD/1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleArgay, Portland, OR
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Lifestyle Ratings
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 $1,295.
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 $1,925.
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 59 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 $465 which is $1,460 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Argay.
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