
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southeast Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Southeast area of Portland.


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3900 SE 122nd Ave

Powellhurst Apartments

Bush Gardens

8912-8924 SE Lafayette St

Spring Garden

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Rockridge Gardens Apartments

Johnson Creek Village Apartments.

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Outer Southeast, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Southeast?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Southeast Studio Apartments | $1,315 | $1,150 | $1,510 |
| Outer Southeast 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $1,066 | $2,500 |
| Outer Southeast 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $1,195 | $1,600 |
| Outer Southeast 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $1,471 | $2,085 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Outer Southeast Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Outer Southeast Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Southeast area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Amanda Courts Apartments priced from $1,000. Woodstock Crossing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Outer Southeast apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amanda Courts Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Woodstock Crossing Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| hamar03 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Johnson Creek Village Apartments. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| foray02 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Meadowlark | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Bush Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Buckley at Lents | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Powellhurst Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,482 |
| Timber Lofts | 2 Bedroom with Washer & Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1,588 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southeast, OR
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Southeast area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2x2 950 SF Model at Gilhurst Apartments in the in the East Portland neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Outer Southeast apartment is the 3x1 Model at Johnson Creek Village Apartments. starting at $1,695 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Southeast apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilhurst Apartments | 2x2 950 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Johnson Creek Village Apartments. | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 8852 SE Ellis St, Unit 8 | 8852 SE Ellis St | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Meadowlark | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| foray02 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| hamar03 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Powellhurst Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Bush Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Timber Lofts | 2 Bedroom with Washer & Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Woodstock Crossing Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Southeast Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Southeast Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Southeast Apartment is $1,000 at Amanda Courts Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Southeast Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Southeast is starting from $1,195 at hamar03.
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