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


The Fredrick

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Marquam Heights

3115 SW 12th Ave
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MARQ - The Woods on Marquam Hill

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3340 SW 12th Ave
Homestead Council Crest, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Homestead Council Crest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead Council Crest Studio Apartments | $1,081 | $1,005 | $1,325 |
| Homestead Council Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $1,056 | $2,255 |
| Homestead Council Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,182 | $1,264 | $3,610 |
| Homestead Council Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,103 | $1,925 | $2,188 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Homestead Council Crest Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Homestead Council Crest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Homestead Council Crest area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Hillcrest style priced from $925. Acqua Apartments - Student Affordable has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,005. Here are the most affordable Homestead Council Crest apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest style | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Acqua Apartments - Student Affordable | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,005 |
| The Fredrick | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Cascade Vista | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,060 |
| MARQUAM MANOR APARTMENTS (MCM03) | Studio ('01s,'02s,'03s,'04s,'08s,'09s) | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead Council Crest, OR
As of December 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Homestead Council Crest area is the $2.16 price per square foot Second Floor 2BR 2BA Small Model at Sophia's View — Condo-Style 2BR/2BA Flats & Townhomes in South Portland in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $3,235. The second greatest value Homestead Council Crest apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Town and Country Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Southwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Homestead Council Crest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sophia's View — Condo-Style 2BR/2BA Flats & Townhomes in South Portland | Second Floor 2BR 2BA Small | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Town and Country Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Hilltop House Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Acqua Apartments - Student Affordable | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.31 |
| MARQUAM MANOR APARTMENTS (MCM03) | Studio ('01s,'02s,'03s,'04s,'08s,'09s) | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
| Marquam Heights | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
| MARQ - The Woods on Marquam Hill | Studio C | Studio ,1BA | $3.17 |
| Cascade Vista | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.98 |
| The Fredrick | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.42 |
| Hillcrest style | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHomestead Council Crest, Portland, OR
Ranked #94
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Homestead Council Crest Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Homestead Council Crest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Homestead Council Crest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Homestead Council Crest is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Homestead Council Crest?
The cheapest apartment in Homestead Council Crest is The Fredrick which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in Homestead Council Crest costs $6,508.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Homestead Council Crest?
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 12 regular apartments in Homestead Council Crest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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