
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $400 (280 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Portland area of Portland.


7703 N Hereford Ave

Zeal Lofts

6906 N Vancouver Ave

5218 N Harvard St

The Outpost

Koz on Killingsworth

Mississippi Court

Dawson Park Apartments

5130 N Yale St
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T. Joyce Phillips

Kenton Commons

5130 N Yale St

205 NE Rosa Parks Way

Renaissance Commons

6630-6630 NE Garfield Ave., Unit 6628

Shift

Paceline

The Village Coliving Community

Koz on Interstate
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2320 N Vancouver Ave

Fargo

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Analog PDX

MF 15 - N. Emerson

1410 N Webster St

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Ridgecrest Timbers

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Annex at Bridgeton

1480 N Jarrett St, Unit 303

Kentonwood Dimensions
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8770 N Willamette

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505 Dekum Apartments

Parallax

Hank Reardon Plaza

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3405 NE Ainsworth St

Cadence

Jasper

L39 Group
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Arris

Forty One 11

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Parkside Commons

Cathedral Park Apartments

Pier Park

2121 N Kilpatrick St

1611 N Rosa Parks Way, Unit 303

Brio Flats
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North Portland, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Portland Studio Apartments | $1,344 | $795 | $2,336 |
| North Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $875 | $3,399 |
| North Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,275 | $1,270 | $6,171 |
| North Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,118 | $1,466 | $10,000+ |
| North Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,316 | $2,335 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 280 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available North Portland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Portland area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Terrace priced from $729. Margaret Carter Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable North Portland apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Terrace | One Bedroom One Bathroom Unit Income and rent r... | 1BR,1BA | $729 |
| Margaret Carter Plaza | Studio HUD Unit | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Koz on Killingsworth | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Dawson Park Apartments | Spacious Apartments in North Portland – Dawson ... | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| T. Joyce Phillips | Studio NON-SUBSIDIZED | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Kenton Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Sippi | Studio-Small | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Renaissance Commons | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
| King Dishman | Two Bathroom One Bathoom HUD Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Bluffs | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Portland, OR
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Portland area is the $1.65 price per square foot Jetty Model at Yacht Harbor Club in the in the North Portland neighborhood starting from $2,560. The second greatest value North Portland apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at Bloc at 26th starting at $2,025 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the North Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Portland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yacht Harbor Club | Jetty | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Bloc at 26th | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| King James Gate | 2x1.5 KG | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Plum Meadows | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Norris Street Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| King Dishman | Two Bathroom One Bathoom HUD Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Renaissance Commons | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Dawson Park Apartments | Spacious Apartments in North Portland – Dawson ... | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Margaret Carter Plaza | One Bathroom One Bedroom HUD Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Park Terrace | One Bedroom One Bathroom Unit Income and rent r... | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Oregon, including Portland. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Portland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Portland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Portland is under $1,025.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Portland?
The cheapest apartment in North Portland is Park Terrace which is listed at $729, while the average apartment in North Portland costs $4,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Portland?
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 65 regular apartments in North Portland 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 North Portland?
Cheap apartments in North Portland have an average cost of $307 which is $4,688 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Portland.
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