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KOZ on Sandy
2180 NE 47th AvePortland, OR 97213
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Orlo
740 NE 53rd AvePortland, OR 97213
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Commons
5800 NE Center Commons WayPortland, OR 97213
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1610 NE 66th AvePortland, OR 97213
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1009 NE 47th AvePortland, OR 97213
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Tabor Commons
1020 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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4242 NE Halsey StPortland, OR 97213
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4405 SE Belmont StPortland, OR 97215
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4265-4275 NE Halsey StPortland, OR 97213
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The Hawthorne
4707 SE Hawthorne BlvdPortland, OR 97215
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4604-4650 NE Hancock StPortland, OR 97213
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7222 East BurnsidePortland, OR 97215
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Tabor Hill Terrace
6028-6078 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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5607 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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Colonial Gardens Apartments
905-925 NE 47th AvePortland, OR 97213
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Terra Tabor
28-34 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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1524 NE 40th AvePortland, OR 97232
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451 NE 75th AvePortland, OR 97213
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600-610 SE 39th AvePortland, OR 97214
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5960 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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1545 NE 41st AvePortland, OR 97232
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4720 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97213
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11 SE 57th AvePortland, OR 97215
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516 SE 52nd AvePortland, OR 97215
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3910 NE Tillamook StPortland, OR 97212
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Beacon Apartments
7450 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97213
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2351 NE 51st AvePortland, OR 97213
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1505 64th AvePortland, OR 97213
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5205-5231 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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5802-5824 SE Belmont StPortland, OR 97215
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700 SE Cesar E Chavez BlvdPortland, OR 97214
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711 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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72nd Street Apartments
1638-1646 NE 72nd AvePortland, OR 97213
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Churchill Downs Apartments
39 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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Bookmark Apartments
2034 NE 40th AvePortland, OR 97212
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61st & Halsey
1501-1517 NE 61st AvePortland, OR 97213
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Sandy Crest Terrace Apartments
5400-5685 NE Sandycrest TerPortland, OR 97213
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723 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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5316 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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The Astoria
1913 NE 73rd AvePortland, OR 97213
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6341-6415 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97213
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Lindhurst Apartments
6009-6060 NE Flanders StPortland, OR 97213
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Amore
5505 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97213
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Center, Portland, OR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Studio Apartments | $1,239 | $900 | $2,506 |
| Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $1,051 | $2,250 |
| Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,726 | $1,199 | $2,495 |
| Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,036 | $1,550 | $7,063 |
| Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,981 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Center Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at KOZ on Sandy priced from $900. Orlo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $935. Here are the most affordable Center apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOZ on Sandy | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Orlo | studio | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| Burnie (1 & 2) | Studio - 372sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| Commons | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,051 |
| Janie Apartments - Free internet! | Studio - Small | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Ellington Apartments | 2x1 U | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Rose City Flats | S- Premium 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Beacon Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,301 |
| Center Village | b1.1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,459 |
| Laurel 42 | 0x1BC | Studio,1BA | $1,460 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, OR
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center area is the $1.66 price per square foot b1.2 Model at 5819 Glisan in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Center apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 426 NE 75th Ave starting at $1,595 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5819 Glisan | b1.2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 426 NE 75th Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Center Village | b1.1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Ellington Apartments | 2 BEDROOM/1 BATHROOM AVAILABLE AT THE ELLINGTON! | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| wellsfar01 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Commons | The Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Hollywood 12 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 7222 East Burnside, Unit Apt #3 | 7222 East Burnside | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| The Hawthorne | 1x1u | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Beacon Apartments | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $3.05 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Center, Portland, and the greater Portland area. 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 proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Center is under $1,460.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Center?
The cheapest apartment in Center is Commons which is listed at $1,051, while the average apartment in Center costs $1,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Center?
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 32 regular apartments in Center that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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