
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillside Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (36 Rentals)
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Uptown NW Collection

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The Westerly

The George Apartments

Park Place Tower

Valencia Condominiums

The Westover

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Cedar Crest

2393 SW Park Pl

2328 NW Glisan St

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The Grace

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1134 NW 25th Ave

Arenson Court

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Westover Tower

Rio Rita Apartments

2291 NW Glisan St

The Princess Sue

Chapman Manor

2480 NW Quimby St

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Hillside, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Studio Apartments | $1,172 | $850 | $1,594 |
| Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,526 | $995 | $2,395 |
| Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $1,620 | $2,313 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillside Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Hillside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillside area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Nob Hill priced from $830. Rena Villa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nob Hill | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 51362 | Studio,1BA | $830 |
| Rena Villa | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Katherine Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Petty | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Sara Ann Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Westover Tower | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Vista St. Clair | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| San Carlos Apartments | 1BR (550sq ft '07s) | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Uptown NW Collection | F-A5 | Studio,1BA | $1,527 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, OR
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $2.29 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at Westover Tower in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 1x1 Model at Rena Villa starting at $1,145 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westover Tower | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Rena Villa | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Uptown NW Collection | F-A5 | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
| Vista St. Clair | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| San Carlos Apartments | 1BR (550sq ft '07s) | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Katherine Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
| Sara Ann Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
| Petty | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.59 |
| The Victorian Apartments | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
| Nob Hill | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 50382 | Studio ,1BA | $3.53 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillside is at Nob Hill listed at $830.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment is $1,145 at Rena Villa.
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