Cheap Homes for Rent in Mount Scott Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,300 (9 Rentals)

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8608 SE Bybee Blvd

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Mount Scott, Portland, OR Local Guide

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. 54 Woodstock Apartments~ Great Location ~Vibrant Neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Mount Scott apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Raymond Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,145
54 Woodstock Apartments~ Great Location ~Vibrant Neighborhood0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,150
Alexander Vincent I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Scott, OR

As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Scott area is the $1.97 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Woodstock! in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Mount Scott apartment is the 2x1 Model at Garden Villa starting at $1,550 with a $1.58 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Woodstock!3x23BR,2BA$1.97
Garden Villa2x12BR,1BA$1.58
Woodstock Manor2 Bed 1 Bath FL - 1A2BR,1BA$2.13
Tristin Square Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath lg1BR,1BA$1.99
NAYA Generations1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.06
81 Powell1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.29
Alexander Vincent I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
Raymond Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.18
The Arleta1x11BR,1BA$2.48
Kern Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.48

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A Local Experts Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

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Mount Scott, Portland, OR

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Scott

What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Scott?

There are currently 176 Apartments for Rent in Mount Scott, OR with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $2,695. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Scott ranging from $1,395 to $5,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Scott?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Scott ranges from $1,395 to $5,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,213.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Chad Deitchley

As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

Written by: Chad Deitchley

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Let me introduce myself as your ApartmentHomeLiving Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. I’m Chad, and I can attest firsthand to the vibrant and funky nature of this one-of-a-kind city.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.