Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Madison South Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $900 (20 Rentals)
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Madison South, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison South?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Madison South Studio Apartments | $925 | $925 | $925 |
Madison South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $1,295 | $1,495 |
Madison South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $1,525 | $2,000 |
Madison South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $1,800 | $1,925 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Madison South Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Madison South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Madison South area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments priced from $1,295. Rose City Center Apartments - 55 and Over has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Madison South apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Rose City Center Apartments - 55 and Over | 315 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
The Binford | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Hancock East | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
Beverly Grove Apartments | 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison South, OR
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Madison South area is the $1.50 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Terrace At Columbia Knoll Apartments in the in the Cully neighborhood starting from $1,720. The second greatest value Madison South apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at The Binford starting at $2,195 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madison South apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Terrace At Columbia Knoll Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
The Binford | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.11 |
Beverly Grove Apartments | 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Hancock East | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Rose City Center Apartments - 55 and Over | 315 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMadison South, Portland, OR
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Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Madison South, Portland, OR
Leodis V. McDaniel High School
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Getting Around the Madison South Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
65 / 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 Madison South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Madison South?
The cheapest apartment in Madison South is Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Madison South costs $1,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Madison South?
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 2 regular apartments in Madison South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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