Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Homestead Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $800 (54 Rentals)

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Hillcrest style
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest style

3518 SW 11th AvePortland, OR 97239
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Curry Court Apartments
Studio Apartments

Curry Court Apartments

11 SW Curry StPortland, OR 97239
Student Housing
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Hoodview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hoodview Apartments

329 S Whitaker StPortland, OR 97239
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WaterLane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

WaterLane Apartments

3807-3811 SW Water AvePortland, OR 97239
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Lair Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lair Hill

3030-3032 SW Fourth AvePortland, OR 97201

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Water Meade Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Water Meade Apartments

103 S Meade StPortland, OR 97201
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MacAdam Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

MacAdam Apartments

5885 SW Macadam AvePortland, OR 97239
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650 SW Sherman St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

650 SW Sherman St

650 SW Sherman StPortland, OR 97201
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La Stella Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Stella Apartments

3535 SW Corbett AvePortland, OR 97239

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Homestead, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Homestead Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Homestead area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at The Amy priced from $895. Hillcrest style has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Homestead apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The AmyBurnsideStudio,1BA$895
Hillcrest styleStudioStudio,1BA$925
Koz on 4thStudioStudio,1BA$988
WaterleafStudio-60%Studio,1BA$999
Park Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$999
Acqua Apartments - Student AffordableStudioStudio,1BA$1,005
Cascade VistaStudio AStudio,1BA$1,055
Park PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,074
Hoodview Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,095
Westfal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead, OR

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Homestead area is the $2.16 price per square foot Second Floor 2BR 2BA Small Model at Sophia's View in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $3,235. The second greatest value Homestead apartment is the 22F1 Model at The Matisse starting at $2,295 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Southwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Homestead apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sophia's ViewSecond Floor 2BR 2BA Small2BR,2BA$2.16
The Matisse22F12BR,2BA$2.11
Town and Country Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.78
Hoodview Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.87
Hilltop House Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath large1BR,1BA$1.96
Modern New Construction - Minutes from Downtown PDX & OHSU1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.91
linc301 Apartments1x1 620 sq. ft. Hawthorne1BR,1BA$2.15
Westfal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.83
WaterleafStudio-60%Studio ,1BA$1.74
Acqua Apartments - Student AffordableStudioStudio ,1BA$2.31

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

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Homestead, Portland, OR

Ranked #40

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Portland. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Homestead Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Homestead?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Homestead is under $1,095.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Homestead?

The cheapest apartment in Homestead is Westfal Apartments which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Homestead costs $6,565.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Homestead?

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 20 regular apartments in Homestead that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Hello! My name is Chad, and I joined the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team as a Local Expert after living in Portland, Oregon, for more than 20 years. I have a deep love for this charming and vibrant city.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.