
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mount Scott Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (42 Rentals)
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54 Woodstock Apartments~ Great Location ~Vibrant Neighborhood

Kern Lofts

3423-3427-3427 SE 58th Ave

7721 SE Harold St

6110 SE Gladstone St

BD52

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Novus
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5504 SE Center St

7512 SE Steele St

Garden Villa

Woodstock Manor

7434 SE Duke St

Jim and Salles Place

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Cardy on Woodstock

Shamrock

Alexander Vincent I

Raymond Apartments

Villa St Margaret

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The Lenox
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Alexander Vincent II

81 Powell

3430 SE 68th Ave

61st Avenue Apartments

NAYA Generations

7710 SE Mitchell St
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6702 SE 80th Ave

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Modera Woodstock

6832 SE 50th Ave

Rosette Apartments

7425 SE Henry St
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Eastport Manor Apartments
Mount Scott, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Scott?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Scott Studio Apartments | $1,361 | $1,095 | $1,575 |
| Mount Scott 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $1,195 | $1,699 |
| Mount Scott 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $1,395 | $2,500 |
| Mount Scott 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $1,649 | $2,695 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Scott Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Scott area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Raymond Apartments priced from $1,145. 81 Powell has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable Mount Scott apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raymond Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| 81 Powell | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Tristin Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath lg | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| BD52 | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Country Squire | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,353 |
| The Arleta | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 54 Woodstock Apartments~ Great Location ~Vibrant Neighborhood | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Modera Woodstock | S01 | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| The Lenox | One Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Rosette Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Scott, OR
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Scott area is the $1.47 price per square foot 5625 SE Powell Blvd Model at 5625 SE Powell Blvd, Unit 5625 in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Mount Scott apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Garden Villa starting at $1,695 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Scott apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5625 SE Powell Blvd, Unit 5625 | 5625 SE Powell Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Garden Villa | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Rhine St Apts RH-7865 | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Country Squire | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Woodstock Manor | 2 Bed 1 Bath FL - 1A | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Rosette Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 54 Woodstock Apartments~ Great Location ~Vibrant Neighborhood | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Tristin Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath lg | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 81 Powell | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Raymond Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMount Scott, Portland, OR
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Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Scott Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Scott Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Scott Apartment is $1,145 at Raymond Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mount Scott Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mount Scott is starting from $1,350 at 81 Powell.
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