Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (156 Rentals)

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Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch

Transform your studio apartment layout and maximize storage. Get proven ideas from a 20-year property expert to make any small space stylish and functional.

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Koz on 13th
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$970 - $1,194
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$1,020 - $1,530
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$1,020 - $1,530
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Koz on 13th

123 SE 13th AvePortland, OR 97214
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The Addy
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$976 - $1,329
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$976 - $2,173
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The Addy

1222 NW 18th AvePortland, OR 97209
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

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The Thornton
$1,045 - $1,184Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability

The Thornton

1953 NW Overton StPortland, OR 97209
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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MERX Slabtown
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$1,085 - $1,595
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$1,085 - $1,625
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MERX Slabtown

1910 NW Pettygrove StPortland, OR 97209
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Collins Circle
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$1,115 - $1,387
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$1,115 - $2,243
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Collins Circle

1701 SW Columbia StPortland, OR 97201
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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The Cameron
$1,211 - $2,285
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$1,211 - $3,389
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The Cameron

1500 SW 12th AvePortland, OR 97201
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Analog PDX
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$1,225 - $1,664
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$1,225 - $2,625
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Analog PDX

1871 N Flint AvePortland, OR 97227
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North Hollow
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$1,247 - $1,426
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$1,247 - $4,016
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North Hollow

1551 SW Taylor StPortland, OR 97205
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Jute Apartments
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$1,270 - $1,495
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$1,270 - $1,955
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$1,270 - $1,955
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Jute Apartments

550 SE Martin Luther King Jr BlvdPortland, OR 97214
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Chinatown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chinatown is under $899.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chinatown?

The cheapest apartment in Chinatown is Helen Swindells Building which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in Chinatown costs $4,425.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chinatown?

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 108 regular apartments in Chinatown 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 Chinatown?

Cheap apartments in Chinatown have an average cost of $173 which is $4,252 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chinatown.

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