
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arts District Portland, OR from $500 (39 Rentals)
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Arts District, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arts District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Arts District Studio Apartments | $1,501 | $800 | $6,411 |
Arts District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $988 | $6,307 |
Arts District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Arts District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,062 | $3,034 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arts District Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Arts District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arts District area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Morrison Park Apartments priced from $800. Brown Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Arts District apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Morrison Park Apartments | Studio - 50% | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Brown Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Tiller Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Stadium Station | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Washington Plaza Apartments | s4fl 375 | Studio,1BA | $905 |
Regency Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $980 |
Beverly Alder Apartments | Studios (07's, 08's) Faces Lightwell | Studio,1BA | $985 |
Imperial Arms Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Everett | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
The Zeno | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arts District, OR
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arts District area is the $1.58 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Gallery Park Apartments in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Arts District apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Goose Hollow Plaza starting at $1,525 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arts District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Gallery Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Goose Hollow Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Live in luxury at 11 Marché Apartments in SW Portland | 2x2 - 830 | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
Museum Place | Gallery B | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Pine Cone Apartments | 1bed1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Westfal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
The Cameron | S-3 | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
Brown Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
Ongford Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
Stadium Station | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleArts District, Portland, OR
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Oregon and customized analysis for Central Portland. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Arts District Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
100 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
94 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arts District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Arts District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arts District is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arts District?
The cheapest apartment in Arts District is Pine Cone Apartments which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Arts District costs $3,265.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arts District?
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 20 regular apartments in Arts District 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 Arts District?
Cheap apartments in Arts District have an average cost of $115 which is $3,150 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arts District.
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