1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR (331 Rentals)

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Alta Art Tower
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$1,590 - $3,450
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$1,590 - $6,186
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Alta Art Tower

1510 SW Alder StPortland, OR 97205
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5 MLK
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$2,018 - $2,854
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$2,018 - $3,446
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5 MLK

5 SE Martin Luther King Jr BlvdPortland, OR 97214
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Slate Apartments
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$1,750 - $1,865
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$1,750 - $2,450
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Slate Apartments

124 NE 3rd AvePortland, OR 97232
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Cyan/PDX
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$1,536 - $1,771
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$1,407 - $3,400
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Cyan/PDX

1720 SW 4th AvePortland, OR 97201
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The Linden
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$1,475 - $2,333
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$1,475 - $4,406
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The Linden

1250 E Burnside StPortland, OR 97214
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Park Plaza
$1,090 - $1,375
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$1,086 - $2,368
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Park Plaza

1969 SW Park AvePortland, OR 97201
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Hollis
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$1,439 - $1,691
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$1,426 - $3,029
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Hollis

1625 SW Alder StPortland, OR 97205
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Museum Place
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$1,395 - $2,618
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$1,310 - $2,618
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Museum Place

1030-1030 SW Jefferson StPortland, OR 97201
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Downtown Portland, Portland, OR Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Portland area of Portland, OR is found at Byline and is listed at 2,188 square feet priced from $6,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
BylineLive/Work 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath - C2,188 Sq Ft$6,675
Honeyman Hardware LoftsSt. John 1x2 B1,793 Sq Ft$3,684
Museum PlacePenthouse1,190 Sq Ft$2,618
The Yards at Union StationTownhouse with Den1,183 Sq Ft$1,599
The RodneyPenthouse 1 Bedroom A3ph1,141 Sq Ft$4,199
Ladd1 Bedroom Signature Home w/Den A2dPH1,136 Sq Ft$2,681
The SuttonA151,094 Sq Ft$2,601
Skylar Grand2 Bedroom 22B1,083 Sq Ft$2,180
MaestroOne Bedroom Live/Work LW21,045 Sq Ft$2,111
Analog PDX1x1 Townhome1,025 Sq Ft$2,395

Cheapest Available Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Portland of Portland, OR is the Gretchen Kafoury Commons—your ideal oasis in th... Model starting from $950 at Gretchen Kafoury Commons. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Portland is currently $1,934. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Gretchen Kafoury CommonsGretchen Kafoury Commons—your ideal oasis in th...$950
Westcott Properties1x1$1,000
Westfal ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,025
The Yards2nd month free rent — 1-Bedroom Available Now$1,042
Westshore1 bedroom$1,099
The Yards at Union StationOne-Bedroom - Income Restricted$1,099
Clay & Tiffany1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Style E$1,100
Stadium StationCorner 1 Bedroom A$1,100
Washington Plaza Apartments1bd1ba3fl 435$1,145
Maurice Dear ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath$1,150

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Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Portland. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Portland with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Portland is at Gretchen Kafoury Commons listed at $950.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Portland is $1,934.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Portland is a 2,188 square feet unit starting from $6,675 at Byline.

What is the average size for Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Portland is currently 900 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

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