Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlington Heights Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $400 (303 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Koz on 4th
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$949 - $1,375
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Koz on 4th

2211 SW 4th AvePortland, OR 97201
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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The Addy
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$976 - $2,173
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The Addy

1222 NW 18th AvePortland, OR 97209
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The Fredrick
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$995 - $1,515
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The Fredrick

3010-3106 SW 10th AvePortland, OR 97239
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Fairmount Apartments
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$1,019 - $1,895
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Fairmount Apartments

1920 NW 26th AvePortland, OR 97210
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The Thornton
$1,045 - $1,184Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability

The Thornton

1953 NW Overton StPortland, OR 97209
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Park Plaza
$1,051 - $2,426
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Park Plaza

1969 SW Park AvePortland, OR 97201
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MERX Slabtown
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$1,085 - $1,625
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MERX Slabtown

1910 NW Pettygrove StPortland, OR 97209
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Collins Circle
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$1,115 - $2,243
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Collins Circle

1701 SW Columbia StPortland, OR 97201
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Arlington Heights, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Arlington Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arlington Heights area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Waterleaf priced from $480. Helen Swindells Building has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $500. Here are the most affordable Arlington Heights apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
WaterleafStudioStudio,1BA$480
Helen Swindells Building0x1Studio,1BA$500
Modern Rich Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$649
Hamilton WestHamilton West: Your Urban Oasis in PortlandStudio,1BA$789
Doricourt ApartmentsStudio (215sq ft '04’s, '05s, '09s, '10s, '11s,...Studio,1BA$825
Nob Hill Apartments0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 50392Studio,1BA$850
WestshorestudioStudio,1BA$869
Pearl CourtStudio apartment available - No security deposi...Studio,1BA$892
The YardsSecond Month FREE! — Studio Available Now!Studio,1BA$892
The Yards at Union StationStudio - Income RestrictedStudio,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington Heights, OR

As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington Heights area is the $1.86 price per square foot Two Bedroom Renovated Model at Courtside Apartments in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,719. The second greatest value Arlington Heights apartment is the 0x1 100 Model at Midtown East starting at $1,050 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Courtside ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Renovated2BR,2BA$1.86
Midtown East0x1 100Studio ,1BA$1.30
1351-01PP- Yamhill ManorUnit 091BR,1BA$1.56
1607 Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.79
Waterleaf1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.83
Teasdale Apartments!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.84
Worthington1BR (622sq ft '09s)1BR,1BA$1.97
Blumel HallOne Bedroom- Unfurnished1BR,1BA$1.81
Gray's LandingstudioStudio ,1BA$1.70
Paramount ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.98

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

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Portland area. Find your perfect Student apartment, condo, or rental home today

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Arlington Heights, Portland, OR

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Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Oregon and customized analysis for Central Portland. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Heights Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Arlington Heights?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arlington Heights is under $899.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arlington Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Arlington Heights is Pacific Tower Apartments which is listed at $1,040, while the average apartment in Arlington Heights costs $10,822.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arlington Heights?

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 169 regular apartments in Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights?

Cheap apartments in Arlington Heights have an average cost of $266 which is $10,556 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arlington Heights.

Expert Rental Resources

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