
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbia Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $700 (41 Rentals)
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Kanjaya Building

T. Joyce Phillips

Kenton Commons

Shift

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Paceline

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Modern Living at Koz on Interstate
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East Columbia, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,256 | $910 | $2,230 |
| East Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $941 | $2,695 |
| East Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $1,155 | $4,353 |
| East Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,802 | $1,333 | $4,175 |
| East Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,874 | $7,874 | $7,874 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Columbia Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available East Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Columbia area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Koz on Killingsworth priced from $900. Renaissance Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $910. Here are the most affordable East Columbia apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koz on Killingsworth | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Renaissance Commons | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $910 |
| T. Joyce Phillips | Studio NON-SUBSIDIZED | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Kenton Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Nomad Apartments | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Shift | Studio A, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Paceline | The Breakaway - Live Work/Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Modern Living at Koz on Interstate | MULTE Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Kentonwood Dimensions | Studio Unit Rent and Income Restricted at 60% MFI | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| MF 16 - N. Sumner | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, OR
As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Columbia area is the $1.71 price per square foot Regatta Model at Yacht Harbor Club in the in the North Portland neighborhood starting from $1,926. The second greatest value East Columbia apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Prose Hayden Island starting at $1,509 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the North Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yacht Harbor Club | Regatta | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Prose Hayden Island | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| minne01 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Harbor Sky | 1x1 E | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Kanjaya Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Chaku Kumtuks Haws | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 1504 North Jarrett Street | 1504 North Jarrett Street | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Kenton Commons | 1 Level Loft | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
| Renaissance Commons | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.72 |
| Bridgeton Apartments | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Oregon including East Columbia, Portland, and the greater Portland area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Columbia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Columbia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Columbia is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in East Columbia is T. Joyce Phillips which is listed at $941, while the average apartment in East Columbia costs $7,874.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Columbia?
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 46 regular apartments in East Columbia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Columbia?
Cheap apartments in East Columbia have an average cost of $429 which is $7,445 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Columbia.
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