Cheap Homes for Rent in East Columbia Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (13 Rentals)

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7230 NE 18th Ave

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East Columbia, Portland, OR Local Guide

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 $941. Kenton Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable East Columbia apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dekum CourtStudio NON-SUBSIDIZED1BR,1BA$941
Kenton CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Kimberly Court1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$950
Koz on KillingsworthStudioStudio,1BA$950
ShiftStudio B, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,022

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, OR

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Columbia area is the $2.24 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Fernhill Crossing LLC in the in the Cully neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value East Columbia apartment is the 36 NE Lombard St Model at 36 NE Lombard St, Unit 36 starting at $1,600 with a $1.90 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fernhill Crossing LLC2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$2.24
36 NE Lombard St, Unit 3636 NE Lombard St2BR,1BA$1.90
JasperA31BR,1BA$2.30
Prose Hayden IslandOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.14
NorthwoodDenver1BR,1BA$2.27
822 N Killingsworth St, Unit #204822 N Killingsworth St2BR,1BA$2.27
Bridgeton Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.32
Yacht Harbor ClubCatamaran1BR,1BA$2.34
Kimberly Court1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.69
Kenton CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Columbia, Portland, OR

Ranked #68

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Columbia

What type of rentals are currently available in East Columbia?

There are currently 323 Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, OR with pricing that ranges from $941 to $9,191. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Columbia ranging from $590 to $5,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Columbia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Columbia ranges from $590 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,165.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Columbia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Columbia range from $1,760 to $2,595, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,095 to $5,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,770.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.