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East Portland, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Portland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Portland area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at MILEPOST 5 priced from $620. SM Multnomah Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $822. Here are the most affordable East Portland apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MILEPOST 5SROStudio,$620
SM Multnomah Manor1X1- 50% HUD1BR,1BA$822
Buri BuildingStudio SIMStudio,1BA$934
seaside021BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
The Bria Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Portland, OR

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Portland area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3x2.5 Model at The Willows in the in the East Portland neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value East Portland apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Sandpiper starting at $1,495 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the East Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Portland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Willows3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.06
The Sandpiper2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.83
Ranch Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.32
Plaza de Cedro3 bedroom3BR,2BA$1.10
Irish Moss Plaza Apartments3BR 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.31
Fern Grove3BR 1Bath3BR,1BA$1.39
Sherman Villa2BR2BR,2BA$1.45
Shalamar Apartments3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1.38
Gateway ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
SM Multnomah Manor1X1- 50% HUD1BR,1BA$1.03

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Portland

What type of rentals are currently available in East Portland?

There are currently 820 Apartments for Rent in East Portland, OR with pricing that ranges from $700 to $4,500. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Portland ranging from $950 to $4,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Portland ranges from $950 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,408.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Portland range from $850 to $3,965, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,447.

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