
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest District Portland, OR from $500 (166 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northwest District area of Portland.


Morrison Park Apartments

Pearl Court

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Washington Plaza Apartments

Emmons Place

Tiller Terrace

Stadium Station

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The Addy

Portland Towers Apartments

Forestry Court
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2365 NW Marshall St, Unit middle

Midtown East

Beverly Alder Apartments

Lovejoy Station

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Fairmount Apartments

Vista St. Clair

Celio Apartments

The Thornton

Twenty 65 Apartments

2190 W Burnside St
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Midtown West Apartments

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Manhattan Apartments

DOCK 59

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MERX Slabtown

Elysian Gardens Apartments

The Sutton

20 Pettygrove

1607 Apartments

The Drake Apartments
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Queen Anne Apartments

801 SW Green Ave

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2242 NW Irving St

Casa Del Rey

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Hollis

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Sawbuck

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Q21

Maestro

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Amara

Rivage
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Couch9

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735 St. Clair

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Oro Apartments

Bridgetown Lofts

2059 NW Irving St

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Akoya

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The George Besaw

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mResidences Portland Pearl District

Muse Apartments

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Slabtown Flats
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Northwest District, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest District Studio Apartments | $1,484 | $850 | $9,328 |
| Northwest District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $995 | $6,589 |
| Northwest District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,397 | $1,439 | $10,000+ |
| Northwest District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,501 | $3,831 | $9,157 |
| Northwest District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,288 | $7,720 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 166 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest District Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Northwest District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest District area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Nob Hill Apartments priced from $850. Pearl Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $892. Here are the most affordable Northwest District apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nob Hill Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 50392 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Pearl Court | Studio apartment available - No security deposi... | Studio,1BA | $892 |
| Washington Plaza Apartments | s5fl 275 | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Emmons Place | STUDIOS | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Edington Court | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Tiller Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Stadium Station | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Portland Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Allendale Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Brown Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest District, OR
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest District area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2169 NW Irving St Model at 2169 NW Irving St, Unit #10 in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Northwest District apartment is the St. John 1x2 A Model at Honeyman Hardware Lofts starting at $3,292 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Pearl District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2169 NW Irving St, Unit #10 | 2169 NW Irving St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Honeyman Hardware Lofts | St. John 1x2 A | 1BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Enso | Marjorie | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Midtown East | 0x1 100 | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
| 1351-01PP- Yamhill Manor | Unit 09 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 1607 Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Allendale Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Shannon | Studio G | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
| Brown Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| Winona Apartments! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthwest District, Portland, OR
Ranked #14
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Northwest District, Portland, and the greater Portland area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwest District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwest District is at Nob Hill Apartments listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest District Apartment is $1,050 at The Benson Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest District is starting from $1,439 at Stadium Station.
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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland
Written by: Chad Deitchley
Hello! My name is Chad, and I joined the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team as a Local Expert after living in Portland, Oregon, for more than 20 years. I have a deep love for this charming and vibrant city.

The Portland Power Commute: Top Neighborhoods for Renters Near the City’s Major Job Hubs
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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.

From Arts to Eats: A Local Insider's Guide to Living in Portland's Best Spots
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Hello! My name is Chad, and I am your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. After living in this one-of-a-kind city for more than 20 years, I have seen it change in many exciting ways.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
