
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Council Crest Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $800 (32 Rentals)
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Park Plaza

The Fredrick

Park Avenue Apartments

The Woods on Marquam Hill

1111 S Gaines St

1245 SW Grover St

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Marquam Heights

3550-3554-3554 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy

1120 SW Broadway Dr, Unit Residence B

1136 SW Gibbs St

The Amy

Forrest View Apartments

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Hill Terrace Apartments

650 SW Sherman St

TreeHouse

2333 SW 6th Ave

Cedarbrook Apartments

908 S Gaines St

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Hillcrest style
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Marquam Terrace Apartments

3204-3212 SW 10th Ave

1860 SW High St

3734 SW 10th Ave

3206 SW 13th Ave

934 SW Tangent St
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Council Crest, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Council Crest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council Crest Studio Apartments | $1,072 | $899 | $1,425 |
| Council Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $982 | $1,999 |
| Council Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,345 | $2,610 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Council Crest Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Council Crest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Council Crest area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Koz on 4th priced from $925. Park Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Council Crest apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koz on 4th | Essential Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| MARQUAM MANOR APARTMENTS (MCM03) | Studio (435sq ft '01s, '02s, '03s, '04s, '08s &... | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Fredrick | Marquam | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Woods on Marquam Hill | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Park Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| Hilltop House Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| TreeHouse | South/1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Hillcrest style | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| MW8 - Shared and Furnished Housing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Council Crest, OR
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Council Crest area is the $2.07 price per square foot 1 bedroom 1 bath large Model at Hilltop House Apartments in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Council Crest apartment is the 1x1 Model at Park Plaza starting at $1,410 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Council Crest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop House Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Park Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Hillcrest style | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| The Fredrick | Fairmount | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| MW8 - Shared and Furnished Housing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| MARQUAM MANOR APARTMENTS (MCM03) | Studio (435sq ft '01s, '02s, '03s, '04s, '08s &... | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
| Marquam Heights | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.77 |
| The Woods on Marquam Hill | 1x1 JR | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
| Koz on 4th | Essential Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Council Crest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Council Crest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Council Crest is at Koz on 4th listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Council Crest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Council Crest Apartment is $1,195 at The Fredrick.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Council Crest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Council Crest is starting from $1,600 at Hilltop House Apartments.
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