Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Overlook Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (31 Rentals)

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Lucera
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lucera

4626 N Maryland AvePortland, OR 97217
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Sippi
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sippi

3875-3885 N Mississippi AvePortland, OR 97227
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Aniva
Studio Apartments

Aniva

5055 N Interstate AvePortland, OR 97217

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The Kennedy
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Kennedy

2171 N Rosa Parks WayPortland, OR 97217
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Trinidad Commons
Studio Apartments

Trinidad Commons

5712 N Interstate AvePortland, OR 97217
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Miss
1 Bedroom Apartments

Miss

3855 N Mississippi AvePortland, OR 97227
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5536 N Maryland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

5536 N Maryland Ave

5536 N Maryland AvePortland, OR 97217
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Overlook, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Overlook Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Overlook area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village Coliving Community priced from $850. Shift has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $961. Here are the most affordable Overlook apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Village Coliving Community1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
ShiftStudio B, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$961
LuceraStudioStudio,1BA$995
SippiStudio-SmallStudio,1BA$999
Mississippi CourtStudio 3Studio,1BA$1,077
AnivaStudioStudio,1BA$1,099
Kaya Camilla - 5510 N Denver Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,100
Analog PDXStudio BStudio,1BA$1,124
Live Modern at Koz on InterstateOpen StudioStudio,1BA$1,140
Nomad ApartmentsStudio CStudio,1BA$1,149

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Overlook, OR

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Overlook area is the $2.15 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at MF 14 - N Humboldt in the in the Northeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Overlook apartment is the 1815 N Simpson St Model at 1815 N Simpson St, Unit B starting at $2,100 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Overlook apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MF 14 - N Humboldt2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.15
1815 N Simpson St, Unit B1815 N Simpson St1BR,1BA$2.47
Waterline1f11BR,1BA$2.52
Miss1x1-Loft1BR,1BA$2.08
Skidmore Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.50
Beautifully finished apartments in N Portland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.33
Overlook Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.31
ArLoBoomerStudio ,1BA$2.62
AnivaStudioStudio ,1BA$2.50
LuceraStudioStudio ,1BA$2.48

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Overlook, Portland, OR

Ranked #66

Among neighborhoods in Portland, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Portland. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Overlook Neighborhood in Portland, OR

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Overlook Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Overlook?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Overlook is at Shift listed at $961.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Overlook Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Overlook Apartment is $850 at The Village Coliving Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Overlook Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Overlook is starting from $1,632 at Shortstack Mississippi.

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