Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gateway Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (30 Rentals)

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Midland Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Midland Apartments

2016 SE 122nd AvePortland, OR 97233
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SM Multnomah Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

SM Multnomah Manor

9110 NE Hassalo StPortland, OR 97220
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Burlwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Burlwood Apartments

14914 SE Division StPortland, OR 97236
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The Alexis Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Alexis Apartments

15075 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97233
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Hazel Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hazel Heights

12621 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97233
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Sunshine Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunshine Meadows

13605-13621 SE Division StPortland, OR 97236
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seaside02
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

seaside02

131-149 SE 151st AvePortland, OR 97233
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The Bria Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bria Apartments

30 NE 146th AvePortland, OR 97230
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The Nick Fish
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Nick Fish

10550 NE Halsey StPortland, OR 97220
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Jackson Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jackson Court

1313 NE 131st PlPortland, OR 97230
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Edgemont Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgemont Apartments

11181-11211 NE Weidler StPortland, OR 97220

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Weidler Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Weidler Plaza

10711-10751 NE Weidler StPortland, OR 97220
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Emerald Park Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Park Apartments

646-664 SE 148th AvePortland, OR 97233
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Gateway, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gateway Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gateway area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Buri Building priced from $799. SM Multnomah Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $822. Here are the most affordable Gateway apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Buri BuildingStudio SIMStudio,1BA$799
SM Multnomah Manor1X1- 50% HUD1BR,1BA$822
seaside021BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
Traditions at HazelwoodA11BR,1BA$995
Huckleberry ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Glendoveer Woods ApartmentsSpacious Studio NO Washer & DryerStudio,1BA$1,076
Tabor Pointe ApartmentsStudio Type A (W/D)Studio,1BA$1,099
Halsey Street Arms Apartments1BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Crescent Court1x11BR,1BA$1,139
Star Krest1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gateway, OR

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gateway area is the $1.54 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at 120 SE 143rd Portland, LLC in the in the East Portland neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Gateway apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lassam Terrace Apartments starting at $1,550 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gateway apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
120 SE 143rd Portland, LLC3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.54
Lassam Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.60
Gateway Plaza Apartments1BD, 1BTH 45%1BR,1BA$1.44
Crown East Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.50
Seven Gables2x12BR,1BA$1.59
Pine Tree Lane Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.61
Gateway ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
SM Multnomah Manor1X1- 50% HUD1BR,1BA$1.03
seaside021BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.33
Vine Maple1BR 1Bath1BR,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gateway, Portland, OR

Ranked #77

Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Gateway Neighborhood in Portland, OR

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gateway Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Gateway?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gateway is under $1,150.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gateway?

The cheapest apartment in Gateway is SM Multnomah Manor which is listed at $822, while the average apartment in Gateway costs $1,604.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gateway?

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 46 regular apartments in Gateway 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 Gateway?

Cheap apartments in Gateway have an average cost of $749 which is $855 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gateway.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.