Cheap Homes for Rent in Hillside Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,800 (5 Rentals)

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Hillside, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillside area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Vista St. Clair priced from $990. San Carlos Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,185. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista St. ClairStudioStudio,1BA$990
San Carlos ApartmentsStudio ('04s,'05s,'06s)Studio,1BA$1,185
Sara Ann ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,289

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, OR

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $2.23 price per square foot 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath Model at 2291 NW Glisan St in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 2 Bed Model at Nob Hill Court Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $2.06 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2291 NW Glisan St2 Bed / 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.23
Nob Hill Court Apartments2 Bed2BR,2BA$2.06
Westover Tower1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.22
Uptown NW CollectionF-B1Studio ,1BA$2.62
Sara Ann ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.03
San Carlos ApartmentsStudio ('04s,'05s,'06s)Studio ,1BA$2.79
Vista St. ClairStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38
The Victorian Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.65

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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A Local Experts Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Portland area. Find your perfect Student apartment, condo, or rental home today

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillside, Portland, OR

Ranked #132

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillside

What type of rentals are currently available in Hillside?

There are currently 133 Apartments for Rent in Hillside, OR with pricing that ranges from $948 to $2,830. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillside ranging from $1,895 to $6,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hillside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillside ranges from $1,895 to $6,995 with an average monthly rent of $4,292.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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

Written by: Trey Huguley

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.