
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Heights Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $700 (5 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northwest Heights area of Portland.


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Northwest Heights, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Heights Studio Apartments | $1,208 | $1,055 | $1,395 |
| Northwest Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $1,069 | $1,775 |
| Northwest Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $762 | $2,228 |
| Northwest Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,174 | $1,837 | $2,601 |
| Northwest Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,599 | $2,485 | $2,656 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Heights Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Heights area of Portland, OR is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Grove Apartments priced from $762. Cedar Mill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable Northwest Heights apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Grove Apartments | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $762 |
| Cedar Mill Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Commons at Sylvan Highlands Apartments | Dijon | Studio,1BA | $1,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Heights, OR
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Heights area is the $1.52 price per square foot 2x2.5 Model at Sarah Court in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Northwest Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Chateau Hills starting at $1,595 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Court | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.52 |
| Chateau Hills | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| West on Murray Apartments | WOM 3x1 982 sqft | 3BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Sunset Station Apartments | 2 bedroom, 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| CEDAR MILL VILLAGE APARTMENTS | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Cedar Square | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Cedar Hills | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Evanbrook Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Cornell Manor | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Heights is under $1,415.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Heights is Cedar Mill Apartments which is listed at $1,045, while the average apartment in Northwest Heights costs $2,656.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Heights?
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 5 regular apartments in Northwest Heights 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 Northwest Heights?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Heights have an average cost of $274 which is $2,382 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Heights.
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