
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Montavilla Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (25 Rentals)
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Aldea at Glisan Landing

Connery Place - Student Housing

Douglas Square

Hoyt Manor

Total Monthly Price
343 SE 81st Ave, Unit 343, Unit 343
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1940 SE 80th Ave

Hassalo Apartments

Michael Manor Apartments

1630-1632-1632 NE 81st Ave

Mt. Tabor Villas

Total Monthly Price
1409 NE 71st Ave, Unit A, Unit A
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Melissa Anne

335 SE 80th Ave

Mt. Tabor View Apartments

Orchards of 82nd

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The Montavilla

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Shannon

8315 SE Mill St

2338 SE 89th Ave

Montavilla 80
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FirCrest Manor Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montavilla?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montavilla Studio Apartments | $769 | $700 | $1,229 |
| Montavilla 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $1,200 | $1,650 |
| Montavilla 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $1,150 | $1,650 |
| Montavilla 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,973 | $1,794 | $2,350 |
| Montavilla 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,053 | $2,053 | $2,053 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Montavilla Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Montavilla Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Montavilla area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at MILEPOST 5 priced from $630. SM Multnomah Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $822. Here are the most affordable Montavilla apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MILEPOST 5 | Studio Just Sink | Studio, | $630 |
| SM Multnomah Manor | 1X1- 50% HUD | 1BR,1BA | $822 |
| Melissa Anne | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| 335 SE 80th Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Connery Place - Student Housing | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montavilla, OR
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montavilla area is the $1.47 price per square foot 1138 NE 72nd Ave Model at 1138 NE 72nd Ave, Unit Duplex - 1138 in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Montavilla apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Michael Manor Apartments starting at $1,495 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montavilla apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1138 NE 72nd Ave, Unit Duplex - 1138 | 1138 NE 72nd Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Michael Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
| Hassalo Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| The Montavilla | Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| SM Multnomah Manor | 1X1- 50% HUD | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Mt. Tabor Villas | 2BD, 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Melissa Anne | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Connery Place - Student Housing | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Douglas Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| MILEPOST 5 | Studio Just Sink | Studio ,0.5BA | $2.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montavilla Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Montavilla?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Montavilla is under $1,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Montavilla?
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 41 regular apartments in Montavilla that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Montavilla?
Cheap apartments in Montavilla have an average cost of $341 which is $1,712 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Montavilla.
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