
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Inner Southeast Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $300 (79 Rentals)
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Wimbledon Square And Gardens

Brookland

Rothko Residences

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Inner Southeast, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Inner Southeast?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inner Southeast Studio Apartments | $1,253 | $950 | $1,636 |
| Inner Southeast 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $1,208 | $2,103 |
| Inner Southeast 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $1,400 | $2,830 |
| Inner Southeast 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $1,795 | $4,035 |
| Inner Southeast 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,560 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 79 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Inner Southeast Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Inner Southeast Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Inner Southeast area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Wimbledon Square And Gardens priced from $1,164. Brookland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Inner Southeast apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wimbledon Square And Gardens | Spalding | Studio,1BA | $1,164 |
| Brookland | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Rothko Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Powell Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Creston Villa | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Moreland Place Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 4204 - 4232 SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Z_Caritas Sacred Heart Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,438 |
| OR - 2311-2317 SE Hawthorne Blvd - KF | OR - 2311-2317 SE Hawthorne Blvd - KF - 2317-... | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Clinton Court | 1X1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,509 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Inner Southeast, OR
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Inner Southeast area is the $0.96 price per square foot Studio Model at Z_Caritas Sacred Heart Villa in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,438. The second greatest value Inner Southeast apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Garden Park Apartments starting at $2,097 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Inner Southeast apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z_Caritas Sacred Heart Villa | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.96 |
| Garden Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Ashley Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 02M - Eden Park | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Waverleigh Apartments | 2 Bedroom Down | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Shade Tree Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| OR - 2311-2317 SE Hawthorne Blvd - KF | OR - 2311-2317 SE Hawthorne Blvd - KF - 2317-... | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Creston Villa | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Moreland Place Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 4204 - 4232 SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Inner Southeast Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Inner Southeast?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Inner Southeast is at Wimbledon Square And Gardens listed at $1,164.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Inner Southeast Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Inner Southeast Apartment is $1,295 at Powell Gardens Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Inner Southeast Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Inner Southeast is starting from $1,400 at Moreland Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Inner Southeast Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Inner Southeast Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brookland and starts from $2,001.
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