
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $700 (41 Rentals)
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Cedar Grove Apartments

7437 N Saint Louis Ave

Rock Creek 185

Bridgeview Apartments

Ridgecrest Timbers

8770 N Willamette

Cathedral Park
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12626 NW Barnes Rd

The Melrose Apartments

Pier Park

Cornell Manor

Westridge Meadows

Parkside Commons

Cornell Woods
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Cathedral Park Apartments

The Union at St John's.

8926-8928 N Lombard St

Country Pines Apartments

Holly Hill Apartments

Clifden

Cathedral Village
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St. Johns Townhomes

The Bluffs

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Willamette View

Bridger Commons
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Syracuse

St. J's

Wyndhaven

12805 SW Washington St

Maxwell Manor Apartments
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Scottsdale Park Apartments
Forest Park, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Studio Apartments | $1,276 | $995 | $1,799 |
| Forest Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $1,069 | $4,628 |
| Forest Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $1,275 | $4,818 |
| Forest Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $1,544 | $5,629 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Forest Park Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Forest Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Park area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at The Bluffs priced from $1,099. Wyndhaven has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,122. Here are the most affordable Forest Park apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bluffs | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Wyndhaven | One Bedroom -1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,122 |
| Rock Creek 185 | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,156 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,163 |
| Ridgecrest Timbers | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 8770 N Willamette | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Cathedral Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bath 516 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| L39 Group | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,224 |
| Pier Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Westridge Meadows | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, OR
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Park area is the $1.84 price per square foot 7029 N Tyler Ave Model at 7029 N Tyler Ave, Unit 7029 in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Forest Park apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at Cornell Manor starting at $1,495 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7029 N Tyler Ave, Unit 7029 | 7029 N Tyler Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Cornell Manor | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Cathedral Park Apartments | 2 BD, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Cathedral Village | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Evanbrook Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 9512 Oswego N Ave, Unit 7 | 9512 Oswego N Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Westridge Meadows | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Wyndhaven | One Bedroom - 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Forest Park, Portland, and the greater Portland area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Park is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Park is Wyndhaven which is listed at $1,122, while the average apartment in Forest Park costs $2,181.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Park?
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 53 regular apartments in Forest Park 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 Forest Park?
Cheap apartments in Forest Park have an average cost of $200 which is $1,981 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Park.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
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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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Hello! My name is Chad, and I joined the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team as a Local Expert after living in Portland, Oregon, for more than 20 years. I have a deep love for this charming and vibrant city.

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