Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Buckman Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $800 (41 Rentals)

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Grand Oak Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Oak Apartments

400-418 SE Grand AvePortland, OR 97214
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Yamhill at Sixth
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Yamhill at Sixth

630 SE Yamhill StPortland, OR 97214
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Terrace Court
Studio Apartments

Terrace Court

815 SE Washington StPortland, OR 97214
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Melcliff Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Melcliff Apartments

711 SE 11th AvePortland, OR 97214
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Lynnwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lynnwood Apartments

1634 SE Hawthorne BlvdPortland, OR 97214
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Warnell Apartments!
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Warnell Apartments!

1512 SE 16th AvePortland, OR 97214

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The Whitney
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Whitney

411 SE 14th AvePortland, OR 97214
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Washington High
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington High

1335 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97214
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East 12 Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

East 12 Lofts

1100 SE 12th AvePortland, OR 97214
Student Housing
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The Brim Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Brim Apartments

1206 SE Ankeny StPortland, OR 97214

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Highland Terrace Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Terrace Apartments

2023-2051 SE MadisonPortland, OR 97214
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Queen Marie
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Queen Marie

1210 SE 20th AvePortland, OR 97214
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888
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

888

915 SE Belmont StPortland, OR 97214
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Homeroom Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Homeroom Apartments

485 SE 14th AvePortland, OR 97214
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Modera Morrison
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Modera Morrison

1130 SE Morrison StPortland, OR 97214
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Windsor Buckman
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Buckman

909 SE 12th AvePortland, OR 97214
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Modera Belmont
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Modera Belmont

685 SE Belmont StPortland, OR 97214

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The Alexander
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Alexander

50 SE 13th AvePortland, OR 97214
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Buckman, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Buckman Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Buckman area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Terrace Court priced from $895. Melcliff Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Buckman apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terrace CourtStudioStudio,1BA$895
Melcliff Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$895
Koz on 13thS1Studio,1BA$994
Alder 9StudioStudio,1BA$1,050
The MorrisonMorrison Top Floor StudiosStudio,1BA$1,050
St. Francis ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,118
Warnell Apartments!0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,195
Grand BelmontStudioStudio,1BA$1,199
East 12 LoftsMorrisonStudio,1BA$1,215
Anthem PDXStudio A1dStudio,1BA$1,249

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buckman, OR

As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buckman area is the $2.46 price per square foot Galligan Model at The Linden in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,239. The second greatest value Buckman apartment is the 1x1 E Model at 2121 Belmont starting at $2,162 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buckman apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The LindenGalligan2BR,2BA$2.46
2121 Belmont1x1 E1BR,1BA$2.41
Slate ApartmentsA031BR,1BA$2.28
Wellesley Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.00
The Lower Burnside Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.18
Melcliff Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.08
The MorrisonMorrison Top Floor 1 BedStudio ,1BA$2.38
Modera BelmontA11BR,1BA$2.53
Alder 9StudioStudio ,1BA$2.42
Terrace CourtStudioStudio ,1BA$2.39

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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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Buckman, Portland, and the greater Portland area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buckman Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Buckman?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Buckman is under $1,249.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buckman?

The cheapest apartment in Buckman is Wellesley Court Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Buckman costs $8,324.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Buckman?

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 16 regular apartments in Buckman that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Chad Deitchley

As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

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

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Hello! My name is Chad, and I joined the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team as a Local Expert after living in Portland, Oregon, for more than 20 years. I have a deep love for this charming and vibrant city.

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

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Let me introduce myself as your ApartmentHomeLiving Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. I’m Chad, and I can attest firsthand to the vibrant and funky nature of this one-of-a-kind city.

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From Arts to Eats: A Local Insiders Guide to Living in Portland's Best Spots

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Hello! My name is Chad, and I am your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. After living in this one-of-a-kind city for more than 20 years, I have seen it change in many exciting ways.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.