
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillside Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (36 Rentals)
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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 | $1,229 | $850 | $1,674 |
| Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $995 | $1,875 |
| Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $1,590 | $2,395 |
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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 Katherine Apartments priced from $1,150. Petty has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,249. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katherine Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Petty | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Vista St. Clair | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,290 |
| Sara Ann Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Uptown NW Collection | F-B1 | Studio,1BA | $1,674 |
| Vista Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 bath (Floor plan FP) | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, OR
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $2.83 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 bath (Floor plan FP) Model at Vista Avenue in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the B-A6 Model at Uptown NW Collection starting at $1,875 with a $2.94 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 bath (Floor plan FP) | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Uptown NW Collection | B-A6 | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Vista St. Clair | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Petty | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Katherine Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
| Sara Ann Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillside, Portland, OR
Ranked #131
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillside Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment is $1,249 at Petty.
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