1102 SE Umatilla St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Highlands Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,100 (25 Rentals)
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Terwilliger
7360 SW Barbur BlvdPortland, OR 97219
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Sanctuary Apartments
4940 S Landing DrPortland, OR 97239
1111 SE Tenino St
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1313 SE Spokane St
PortlandOR97202
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Holm at Sellwood
8220 SE 6th AvePortland, OR 97202
1844 SW Evans St
PortlandOR97219
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The Morgan
1650 SE Tacoma StPortland, OR 97202
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1511 SW Dolph Ct
PortlandOR97219
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8843 SE 15th Pl
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714 SE Tacoma St
PortlandOR97202
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Miramonte Lodge
12200 SE McLoughlin BlvdMilwaukie, OR 97222
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Overlook at the Willamette
12601 SE River RdMilwaukie, OR 97222
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Axletree Apartments
11125 SE 21st StMilwaukie, OR 97222
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Henley Place
10306 SE Main StMilwaukie, OR 97222
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Seven Acres
10999 SE 37th AveMilwaukie, OR 97222
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One Jefferson
1 Jefferson PkyLake Oswego, OR 97035
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Forest Highlands, Portland, OR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,432 | $1,245 | $1,694 |
| Forest Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $1,275 | $3,700 |
| Forest Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $1,595 | $5,550 |
| Forest Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,662 | $2,464 | $3,395 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Highlands Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Forest Highlands Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Highlands area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Miramonte Lodge priced from $1,245. tenin01 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable Forest Highlands apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miramonte Lodge | Morrison | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| tenin01 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Overlook at the Willamette | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Sanctuary Apartments | Hamilton A | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Henley Place | The Maple | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Highlands, OR
As of May 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Highlands area is the $3.00 price per square foot Plan E Model at Birnam Oaks at Waverley Greens in the in the Eastmoreland neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Forest Highlands apartment is the The Morgan PDX C Model at The Morgan starting at $1,594 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birnam Oaks at Waverley Greens | Plan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The Morgan | The Morgan PDX C | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| One Jefferson | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Overlook at the Willamette | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| Axletree Apartments | Kellogg | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
| Holm at Sellwood | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.90 |
| Seven Acres | Currant - Bldg 1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.95 |
| Miramonte Lodge | Morrison | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
| Sanctuary Apartments | Hamilton A | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 |
| tenin01 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Highlands, Portland, OR
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Among neighborhoods in Portland, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Forest Highlands, Portland, OR
Capitol Hill Elementary School
Portland School District 1j
Public School - Grades K-5 (333)
7 out of 10
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Getting Around the Forest Highlands Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
15 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
11 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Forest Highlands Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Highlands?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Highlands is under $1,684.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Highlands is tenin01 which is listed at $1,275, while the average apartment in Forest Highlands costs $4,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Highlands?
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 18 regular apartments in Forest Highlands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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