
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Orenco Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,150 (33 Rentals)
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Orenco, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orenco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orenco Studio Apartments | $1,592 | $1,338 | $2,118 |
| Orenco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $1,249 | $2,187 |
| Orenco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $1,150 | $3,171 |
| Orenco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $1,905 | $4,078 |
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Cheapest Available Orenco Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Orenco area of Portland, OR is a 2 Beds unit found at Q1 Apartments priced from $1,150. Briarcreek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,249. Here are the most affordable Orenco apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 Apartments | Two Bedroom/Two Bath (B) | 2BR,2BA | $1,150 |
| Briarcreek Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| 206 Apartments | E1B | Studio,1BA | $1,419 |
| The Quarry | Amber | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Quatama Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Villas at Amberglen West | 1x1 (a6) | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Lark | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,518 |
| Platform 14 | S | Studio,1BA | $1,531 |
| Vector | Studio / One Bath / s1 | Studio,1BA | $1,533 |
| Rowlock | 1x1 A9 | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orenco, OR
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Orenco area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Stillwater Apartments in the in the Triple Creek neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Orenco apartment is the Cambridge Model at Commons at Dawson Creek Apartments starting at $1,699 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Orenco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orenco apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stillwater Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Commons at Dawson Creek Apartments | Cambridge | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Q1 Apartments | Two Bedroom/Two Bath (D) | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| The Colonnade Luxury Townhome Apartments | Harlequin | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| The Quarry | Amber | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Nexus at Orenco Station | Cabin | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Cortland Village Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| The Villas at Amberglen West | 1x1 (a4) | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Quatama Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Briarcreek Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orenco Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Orenco?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Orenco is under $1,570.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Orenco?
The cheapest apartment in Orenco is Briarcreek Apartments which is listed at $1,249, while the average apartment in Orenco costs $1,748.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Orenco?
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 9 regular apartments in Orenco 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 Orenco?
Cheap apartments in Orenco have an average cost of $103 which is $1,645 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Orenco.
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