Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Columbia Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $655 (9 Rentals)

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property at 1765 NE Holman St
$1,250

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Base Rent$1,250

Total Monthly Price$1,250
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1765 NE Holman St, Unit B

1765 NE Holman St
PortlandOR97211
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property at 1520 N Bryant St
$1,495 - $1,945
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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1520 N Bryant St

PortlandOR97217

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property at 1634 N Schofield St
$1,800 - $3,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,800 - $3,000

Total Monthly Price$1,800 - $3,000
1 To 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent
Available Oct 1
Furnished

1634 N Schofield St

PortlandOR97217

East Columbia, Portland, OR Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in East Columbia, OR

As of September 17, 2026 the best value rental home in the East Columbia area is the $1.86 price per square foot 1934 NE Cramer St Model at 1934 NE Cramer St in the Northeast Portland neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value East Columbia rental home is the 5401 NE 15th Ave Model at 5401 NE 15th Ave in the Northeast Portland neighborhood starting at $3,195 with a $1.92 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbia homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1934 NE Cramer St1934 NE Cramer St3BR, 2BA$1.86
5401 NE 15th Ave5401 NE 15th Ave3BR, 2BA$1.92
774 SE Fairwinds Loop774 SE Fairwinds Loop3BR, 2BA$2.11
Unit DUnit D2BR, 2BA$2.43
6008 NE 30th Ave6008 NE 30th Ave2BR, 2.5BA$2.71
6228 NE 11th Ave6228 NE 11th Ave2BR, 2.5BA$2.71
2429 NE Saratoga St2429 NE Saratoga St2BR, 1BA$2.64
5605 N Gay Ave5605 N Gay Ave1BR, 1BA$3.50
1765 NE Holman St, Unit B1765 NE Holman St1BR, 1BA$2.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Columbia, Portland, OR

Ranked #63

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

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Columbia

What type of rentals are currently available in East Columbia?

There are currently 328 Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, OR with pricing that ranges from $941 to $9,430. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Columbia ranging from $655 to $5,295.

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 $655 to $5,295 with an average monthly rent of $2,727.

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 $1,678 to $2,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $3,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $9,430.

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