
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $400 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Portsmouth area of Portland.


Harrison Square Apartments

Park Place North Apartments

6923 N Fessenden St

7023-7041 N Fessenden St

3917-3931 N Juneau St
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7021 N Fessenden St

6426 N Princeton St

8309-8329 N Dwight Ave

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9951-9959 N Van Houten Ave

Parkview at St. Johns

Miraflores

The Bluffs

Lombard

6839-6849 N Fessenden St
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Portsmouth, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portsmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $1,295 | $1,500 |
| Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $1,449 | $1,700 |
| Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $1,965 | $2,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Portsmouth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Portsmouth area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at The Bluffs priced from $1,025. Harrison Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Portsmouth apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bluffs | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Harrison Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath - | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Melrose Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Cimarron Apartments | 2BR1B | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, OR
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2BR1B Model at Cimarron Apartments in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Portsmouth apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Melrose Apartments starting at $1,449 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cimarron Apartments | 2BR1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| The Melrose Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 3901 N Kiska St, Unit Unit B | 3901 N Kiska St | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 8300 N Dwight Ave, Unit Apartment | 8300 N Dwight Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Harrison Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath - | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The Bluffs | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment is $1,295 at Harrison Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portsmouth is starting from $1,449 at The Melrose Apartments.
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