
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hawthorne Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $800 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hawthorne area of Portland.


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hawthorne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Studio Apartments | $1,436 | $1,000 | $1,891 |
| Hawthorne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $1,375 | $2,985 |
| Hawthorne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,665 | $3,250 |
| Hawthorne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,963 | $2,400 | $9,526 |
| Hawthorne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,681 | $5,500 | $7,678 |
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Cheapest Available Hawthorne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hawthorne area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Division Terrace priced from $1,049. Division Street Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,205. Here are the most affordable Hawthorne apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Division Terrace | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| Division Street Lofts | Tilikum | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
| The Fifty at Division | St. Johns | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
| Tabor View Lofts | Richmond | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
| West Tabor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, OR
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hawthorne area is the $2.04 price per square foot 2824 SE 18th Ave Model at 2824 SE 18th Ave in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Hawthorne apartment is the 1x1 E Model at 2121 Belmont starting at $2,262 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hawthorne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2824 SE 18th Ave | 2824 SE 18th Ave | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.04 |
| 2121 Belmont | 1x1 E | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Waverleigh Apartments | 2 Bedroom Up | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Theory 33 | Floor Plan Type: Q | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 3009 SE 19th Ave, Unit 3009 Upstairs | 3009 SE 19th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Hawthorne Twenty-Six | Ross Island | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| The Hawthorne | 1x1a | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| West Tabor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Marilyn | TILLIKUM | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
| Tabor View Lofts | Buckman | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hawthorne Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hawthorne?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hawthorne is at Division Terrace listed at $1,049.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment is $1,295 at West Tabor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hawthorne is starting from $1,775 at Waverleigh Apartments.
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