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Downtown, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Hamilton West priced from $757. 5th Avenue Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hamilton WestHamilton West: Your Urban Oasis in PortlandStudio,1BA$757
5th Avenue Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$795
Pacific Tower ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
Fountain Place ApartmentsStudio - 60%Studio,1BA$900
Gretchen Kafoury CommonsStudio 60%Studio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, OR

As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.68 price per square foot 2170 NW Flanders St Model at 2170 NW Flanders St, Unit 2170 in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2222 NW Irving St Model at 2222 NW Irving St, Unit 2 starting at $1,775 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2170 NW Flanders St, Unit 21702170 NW Flanders St1BR,1BA$1.68
2222 NW Irving St, Unit 22222 NW Irving St1BR,1BA$2.03
linc301 Apartments2x1 828 sq. ft. Morrison2BR,1BA$2.06
Hidwell Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.56
Portland Terrace1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.79
Pine Cone Apartments1bed1bath1BR,1BA$1.62
Morrison Park Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.95
Westfal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.83
Brown Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.99
5th Avenue Place ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.67

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, Portland, OR

Ranked #12

Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?

There are currently 517 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, OR with pricing that ranges from $649 to $20,000. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $540 to $10,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $540 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,453.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown range from $1,584 to $20,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,799 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $9,495.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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

Written by: Chad Deitchley

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.