Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Town Chinatown Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (25 Rentals)

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Old Town Chinatown, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Town Chinatown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town Chinatown area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Hamilton West priced from $757. 5th Avenue Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Old Town Chinatown apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hamilton WestHamilton West: Your Urban Oasis in PortlandStudio,1BA$757
5th Avenue Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$795
Albina Plaza0 Bedroom 1 BathStudio,1BA$856
Regency ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$875
Maya Angelou1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$885

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town Chinatown, OR

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Town Chinatown area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2124 SE Elliott Ave Model at 2124 SE Elliott Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Old Town Chinatown apartment is the 4 Bed 4 Bath Model at 140 Sacramento Townhomes starting at $3,900 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Northeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2124 SE Elliott Ave, Unit 12124 SE Elliott Ave2BR,2BA$0.89
140 Sacramento Townhomes4 Bed 4 Bath4BR,4BA$1.53
White Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.38
Midtown East1x1_r1001BR,1BA$1.35
Victorian Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.57
Wellesley Court Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.23
L Roy GardensTwo Bedroom One Bathroom HUD Unit2BR,1BA$1.56
Westcott Properties1x11BR,1BA$1.54
Albina Plaza0 Bedroom 1 BathStudio ,1BA$1.43
Maya Angelou1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.49

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old Town Chinatown, Portland, OR

Ranked #2

Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Town Chinatown

What type of rentals are currently available in Old Town Chinatown?

There are currently 1695 Apartments for Rent in Old Town Chinatown, OR with pricing that ranges from $649 to $19,469. There are also 194 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Town Chinatown ranging from $545 to $10,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Town Chinatown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Town Chinatown ranges from $545 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,024.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Old Town Chinatown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Old Town Chinatown range from $1,773 to $17,991, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,795.

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

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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

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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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