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

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The Astoria
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Astoria

1913 NE 73rd AvePortland, OR 97213

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The Binford
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Binford

1901 NE 70th AvePortland, OR 97213
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Hancock East
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hancock East

10325 NE Hancock StPortland, OR 97220
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Montavilla 5-Plex
2 Bedroom Apartments

Montavilla 5-Plex

1532-1540 NE 72nd AvePortland, OR 97213
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Grotto Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grotto Apartments

8513-8531 NE Sandy BlvdPortland, OR 97220
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The Par Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Par Villa

7102-7112 NE Tillamook StPortland, OR 97213

Madison South, Portland, OR Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Rose City Center Apartments - 55 and Over3151BR,1BA$1,495
The Binford1x11BR,1BA$1,495
Hancock East2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,500
Beverly Grove Apartments2 BEDROOM 1 BATH2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Terrace At Columbia Knoll Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.50
The Binford2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.11
Beverly Grove Apartments2 BEDROOM 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.67
Hancock East2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.71
Rose City Center Apartments - 55 and Over3151BR,1BA$2.21
Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Madison South, Portland, OR

Ranked #131

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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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