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

7437 N Saint Louis Ave

The Melrose Apartments

Rock Creek 185

Cathedral Park

Bethany Meadows

L39 Group
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Cornell Manor

Parkside Commons

8748 N Columbia Blvd

Marvel 29

8939 N Fortune Ave

8635 N Leonard St

Cathedral Park Apartments
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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 | $1,383 | $1,125 | $2,529 |
| Forest Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $1,069 | $4,081 |
| Forest Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,794 | $762 | $3,824 |
| Forest Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $1,699 | $5,687 |
| Forest Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,493 | $2,416 | $2,532 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Grove Apartments priced from $762. The Bluffs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Forest Park apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Grove Apartments | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $762 |
| The Bluffs | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 8926-8928 N Lombard St | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cedar Mill Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Cathedral Village | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Rock Creek 185 | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Ivanhoe (1 & 2) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Cathedral Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bath 516 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Bethany Meadows | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| L39 Group | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, OR
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Park area is the $1.52 price per square foot 2x2.5 Model at Sarah Court in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Forest Park apartment is the 8015 N John Ave Model at 8015 N John Ave, Unit Upper starting at $1,850 with a $1.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Court | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.52 |
| 8015 N John Ave, Unit Upper | 8015 N John Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Jasper Place by Trion Living | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Jasper Square by Trion Living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Cathedral Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 9473 N Saint Louis Ave, Unit 9473 N St. Louis | 9473 N Saint Louis Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Evanbrook Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Cornell Manor | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Sir Charles Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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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 $1,245.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Park is 8926-8928 N Lombard St which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Forest Park costs $2,532.
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 38 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 $169 which is $2,363 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Park.
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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.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland
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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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