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Society 62
1435 NE 62nd AvePortland, OR 97213
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $700 (30 Rentals)
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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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Koz on Sandy
2180 NE 47th AvePortland, OR 97213
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Commons
5800 NE Center Commons WayPortland, OR 97213
535 NE 76th Ave
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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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Julie Ann
711 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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Laurel 42
4242 NE Halsey StPortland, OR 97213
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Tabor Commons
1020 SE 60th AvePortland, OR 97215
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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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Janie Apartments - Free internet!
11 SE 57th AvePortland, OR 97215
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AnnDeLee
3910 NE Tillamook StPortland, OR 97212
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Burnie (1 & 2)
5960 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97215
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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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West Tabor Apartments
516 SE 52nd AvePortland, OR 97215
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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 | $1,218 | $999 | $2,185 |
| Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $825 | $2,175 |
| Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $1,195 | $2,499 |
| Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,849 | $1,732 | $9,962 |
| Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,464 | $5,995 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Center Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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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 |
| Commons | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Koz on Sandy | MULTE- Large Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Janie Apartments - Free internet! | Studio - Small | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| Burnie (1 & 2) | Studio - 372sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Ellington Apartments | PBV - 2x1 U | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Laurelwood | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| West Tabor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Hollywood Towne House Apartments | 1bd1ba1fl 744 | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, OR
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center area is the $1.70 price per square foot 3x1 - Town House Model at The Ellington Apartments in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,732. The second greatest value Center apartment is the 2X1 Model at Laurel 42 starting at $2,215 with a $2.47 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ellington Apartments | 3x1 - Town House | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Laurel 42 | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Center Village | b1.1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 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 Apartments | 1bd1ba6fl 744 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 5819 Glisan | a2.1PR | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| West Tabor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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 $1,425.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Center?
The cheapest apartment in Center is Society 62 which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Center costs $10,464.
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 67 regular apartments in Center 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 Center?
Cheap apartments in Center have an average cost of $645 which is $9,819 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Center.
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