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Society 62
1435 NE 62nd AvePortland, OR 97213
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Orlo
740 NE 53rd AvePortland, OR 97213
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Aldea at Glisan Landing
451 NE 75th AvePortland, OR 97213
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1020 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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Koz on Sandy
2180 NE 47th AvePortland, OR 97213
1175 NE 65th Ave
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Commons
5800 NE Center Commons WayPortland, OR 97213
6718 NE Oregon St
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The Ellington Apartments
1610 NE 66th AvePortland, OR 97213
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Laurelwood Apartments
1009 NE 47th AvePortland, OR 97213
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5819 Glisan
5819 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97213
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Hollywood 12
1728 NE 45th AvePortland, OR 97213
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Hollywood Towne House
4265-4275 NE Halsey StPortland, OR 97213
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The Hawthorne
4707 SE Hawthorne BlvdPortland, OR 97215
6049 NE Flanders St, Unit 6053, Unit 6053
6049 NE Flanders St
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Laurel 42
4242 NE Halsey StPortland, OR 97213
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Sunnyside
4405 SE Belmont StPortland, OR 97215
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Mt. Tabor Villas
475 NE 74th AvePortland, OR 97213
1643 NE 74th Ave
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6005 E Burnside St
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Tabor Hill Terrace
6028-6078 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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Tabor Burnside Apartments
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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Meridian 40
1524 NE 40th AvePortland, OR 97232
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Paradise Villa
600-610 SE 39th AvePortland, OR 97214
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41 Central
1545 NE 41st AvePortland, OR 97232
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Provi Apartments
4720 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97213
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Burnie (1 & 2)
5960 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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Janie Apartments - Free internet!
11 SE 57th AvePortland, OR 97215
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West Tabor Apartments
516 SE 52nd AvePortland, OR 97215
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AnnDeLee
3910 NE Tillamook StPortland, OR 97212
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61st & Halsey
1501-1517 NE 61st AvePortland, OR 97213
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Beacon Apartments
7450 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97213
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Collins Court
1505 64th AvePortland, OR 97213
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Carolyn Court Apartments
5205-5231 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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5802-5824 SE Belmont St
5802-5824 SE Belmont StPortland, OR 97215
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Churchill Downs Apartments
39 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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Sandy Crest Terrace Apartments
5400-5685 NE Sandycrest TerPortland, OR 97213
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Eastside 101
700 SE Cesar E Chavez BlvdPortland, OR 97214
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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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Wingsong Manor
723 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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Burnside East
5316 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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The Astoria
1913 NE 73rd AvePortland, OR 97213
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Parkhurst Apartments
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 Village
5845 NE Hoyt StPortland, OR 97213
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Orlena Apartments
817-851 NE 55th AvePortland, OR 97213
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The Julian
5681 NE Glisan StPortland, OR 97213
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The Binford
1901 NE 70th AvePortland, OR 97213
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Studio Apartments | $1,312 | $935 | $2,856 |
| Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $825 | $2,175 |
| Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $1,199 | $2,395 |
| Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,928 | $1,794 | $8,957 |
| Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,129 | $2,053 | $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 1 Bed unit found at Society 62 priced from $795. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society 62 | Private Room w/Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Orlo | studio | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| Koz on Sandy | MULTE- S Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Tabor Commons | Micro Studio-A | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Commons | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,051 |
| Burnie (1 & 2) | Studio - 366sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Janie Apartments - Free internet! | Studio - Small | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Ellington Apartments | 2x1 U | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Laurelwood Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Beacon Apartments | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $1,239 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, OR
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center area is the $1.79 price per square foot Bookmark 1x1F w/ Den 868 sqft Model at Bookmark Apartments in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,555. The second greatest value Center apartment is the b1.1 Model at Center Village starting at $1,459 with a $1.73 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bookmark Apartments | Bookmark 1x1F w/ Den 868 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Center Village | b1.1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Ellington Apartments | 2x1 D | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Commons | The Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Binford | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Mt. Tabor Villas | 2BD, 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Laurelwood Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Hollywood Towne House | Cary | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Laurel 42 | 1x1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 5819 Glisan | a1.1PR | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Center is at Orlo listed at $935.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment is $795 at Society 62.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center is starting from $1,199 at The Ellington Apartments.
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