Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $978 (62 Rentals)

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Midland Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Midland Apartments

2016 SE 122nd AvePortland, OR 97233
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NAYA Generations
1 Bedroom Apartments

NAYA Generations

8510 SE Steele StPortland, OR 97266
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SM Multnomah Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

SM Multnomah Manor

9110 NE Hassalo StPortland, OR 97220
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Burlwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Burlwood Apartments

14914 SE Division StPortland, OR 97236
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Hazel Heights
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hazel Heights

12621 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97233
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seaside02
1 Bedroom Apartments

seaside02

131-149 SE 151st AvePortland, OR 97233
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1940 SE 80th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1940 SE 80th Ave

1940 SE 80th AvePortland, OR 97215

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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EastPoint
1 Bedroom Apartments

EastPoint

12450-12530 SE Powell CtPortland, OR 97236
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Tuscany Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tuscany Village

1136 NE 181st AvePortland, OR 97230
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Powell Court Villa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Powell Court Villa

12540 SE Powell CtPortland, OR 97236
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Rose Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Apartments

1200 SE 162nd AvePortland, OR 97233

Portland’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Portland and the best places to live with original content written by our Portland, OR Local Expert Chad Deitchley

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Raymond Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Raymond Apartments

8104-8110 SE Raymond StPortland, OR 97206
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East Portland, Portland, OR Local Guide

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Getting Around the East Portland Neighborhood in Portland, OR

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

74 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

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 Portland Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Portland?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Portland is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Portland?

The cheapest apartment in East Portland is SM Multnomah Manor which is listed at $822, while the average apartment in East Portland costs $2,447.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Portland?

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 138 regular apartments in East Portland 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 Portland?

Cheap apartments in East Portland have an average cost of $703 which is $1,744 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Portland.

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.