
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arts District Portland, OR from $500 (62 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Arts District area of Portland.


Regency Apartments

Park Plaza

Gretchen Kafoury Commons

Washington Plaza Apartments

Stadium Station

Ongford Apartments

Clay & Tiffany

Goose Hollow Lofts

Pine Cone Apartments

Tiller Terrace

The Vue

Westfal Apartments

The Cameron

North Hollow

Park Avenue Apartments

Morrison Park Apartments

Sawbuck

Museum Place

Alta Art Tower

Alta Peak

Storyline

Sky3

linc245 Apartments

The Collective on 4th

linc301 Apartments

Couch9

Gossamer

Ladd

Cyan/PDX

Amara

Harrison Tower Apartment Homes

Park Avenue West

The Louisa Apartments
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts District Studio Apartments | $1,462 | $757 | $4,708 |
| Arts District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $886 | $6,675 |
| Arts District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,320 | $1,200 | $8,930 |
| Arts District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,752 | $3,350 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 62 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 Hamilton West priced from $757. Regency Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $785. Here are the most affordable Arts District apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton West | Hamilton West: Your Urban Oasis in Portland | Studio,1BA | $757 |
| Regency Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Brown Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Fountain Place Apartments | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Gretchen Kafoury Commons | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Washington Plaza Apartments | s5fl 275 | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Stadium Station | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Ongford Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Clay & Tiffany | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Park Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,026 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arts District, OR
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arts District area is the $1.58 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at 1607 Apartments in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Arts District apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bath Model at Portland Terrace starting at $1,455 with a $1.62 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1607 Apartments | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.58 |
| Portland Terrace | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Victorian Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Brown Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Zeno | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Hidwell Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Pine Cone Apartments | 1bed1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Westfal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Ongford Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| Fountain Place Apartments | Studio - 60% | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleArts District, Portland, OR
Ranked #37
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 $1,026.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arts District?
The cheapest apartment in Arts District is Gretchen Kafoury Commons which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Arts District costs $4,414.
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 82 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 $631 which is $3,783 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arts District.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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