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Dekum Court
6971 NE 27th AvePortland, OR 97211
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbia Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (20 Rentals)
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Koz on Killingsworth
151 N Killingsworth StPortland, OR 97217
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Kenton Commons
8408-8428 N Brandon AvePortland, OR 97217
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Nomad Apartments
5620 N Interstate AvePortland, OR 97217
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5460 N Interstate AvePortland, OR 97217
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1512 North Jarrett Street
1512 North Jarrett StreetPortland, OR 97217
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Cassi
1616 NE Killingsworth StPortland, OR 97211
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505 Dekum Apartments
505-577 NE Dekum StPortland, OR 97211
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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 | $1,324 | $909 | $2,452 |
| East Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $502 | $2,441 |
| East Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,369 | $1,428 | $3,869 |
| East Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,859 | $1,595 | $2,345 |
| East Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,254 | $714 | $1,794 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Dekum Court priced from $506. Koz on Killingsworth has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $909. Here are the most affordable East Columbia apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dekum Court | Studio NON-SUBSIDIZED | 1BR,1BA | $506 |
| Koz on Killingsworth | Studio | Studio,1BA | $909 |
| Kenton Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Kimberly Court | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Nomad Apartments | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, OR
As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Columbia area is the $2.27 price per square foot Kelson Model at Yacht Harbor Club in the in the North Portland neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value East Columbia apartment is the 6623 N Vancouver Ave Model at 6623 N Vancouver Ave, Unit 5 starting at $1,375 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Northeast 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 | Kelson | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 6623 N Vancouver Ave, Unit 5 | 6623 N Vancouver Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 1815 N Simpson St, Unit B | 1815 N Simpson St | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Dekum Court | 2 Bed Accessible NON-SUBSIDIZED | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Woodlawn Apartments | One Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Prose Hayden Island | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Bridgeton Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Stafford | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Kimberly Court | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Kenton Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.13 |
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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!
Getting Around the East Columbia Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
37 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in East Columbia is Dekum Court which is listed at $506, while the average apartment in East Columbia costs $2,385.
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 10 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 $900 which is $1,485 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Columbia.
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