
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Council Crest Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $900 (31 Rentals)
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Marquam Heights

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Park Plaza

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Koz on 4th

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The Fredrick

1860 SW High St

Parkview at Terwilliger Plaza
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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 | $34,091 | $949 | $10,000+ |
| Council Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $1,004 | $1,999 |
| Council Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $1,430 | $2,710 |
| Council Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,867 | $2,800 | $2,935 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 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 $996. Park Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,039. 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 | $996 |
| Park Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| The Fredrick | Grover | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
| MARQUAM MANOR APARTMENTS (MCM03) | Studio (435sq ft '01s, '02s, '03s, '04s, '08s &... | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Woods on Marquam Hill | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Hilltop House Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Hillcrest style | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| TreeHouse | South/1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,501 |
| MW8 - Shared and Furnished Housing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Marquam Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Council Crest, OR
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Council Crest area is the $2.46 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Marquam Heights in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $2,935. The second greatest value Council Crest apartment is the 1 bedroom 1 bath large Model at Hilltop House Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Southwest 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquam Heights | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Hilltop House Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Hillcrest style | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| TreeHouse | South/1bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| MW8 - Shared and Furnished Housing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| MARQUAM MANOR APARTMENTS (MCM03) | Studio (435sq ft '01s, '02s, '03s, '04s, '08s &... | Studio ,1BA | $2.87 |
| Park Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| The Woods on Marquam Hill | 1x1 JR | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| The Fredrick | Grover | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
| Koz on 4th | Essential Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.35 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Council Crest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Council Crest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Council Crest is under $2,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Council Crest?
The cheapest apartment in Council Crest is Park Plaza which is listed at $1,039, while the average apartment in Council Crest costs $7,764.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Council Crest?
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 1 regular apartments in Council Crest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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