
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Portland area of Portland.


20 NW 16th Ave

111 SW Harrison St

2333 SW 6th Ave

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730 NW Naito Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID15
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408 NW 12th Ave, Unit 208

300 NW 8th Ave

930 NW Naito Pky

548 NE Tillamook St
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Downtown Portland, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Portland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,861 | $1,695 | $4,250 |
| Downtown Portland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,195 | $3,195 | $3,195 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Portland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Portland area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Waterleaf priced from $480. Helen Swindells Building has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $500. Here are the most affordable Downtown Portland apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterleaf | Studio | Studio,1BA | $480 |
| Helen Swindells Building | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| Modern Rich Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $649 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Portland, OR
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Portland area is the $1.46 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Gallery Park Apartments in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Downtown Portland apartment is the 0x1 100 Model at Midtown East starting at $999 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Portland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallery Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Midtown East | 0x1 100 | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
| Victorian Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Waterleaf | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Buckman Heights | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Westcott Properties | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Worthington | 1BR (622sq ft '09s) | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Westfal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Margaret Carter Plaza | One Bathroom One Bedroom HUD Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Fifth Avenue Place Apartments | Studio 425 | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Portland
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Portland?
There are currently 535 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Portland, OR with pricing that ranges from $470 to $991,249. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Portland ranging from $1,095 to $4,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Portland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Portland ranges from $1,095 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,389.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
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As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

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