
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.


Park Place North Apartments

Harrison Square Apartments

The Lombardy Apartments

6923 N Fessenden St

7023-7041 N Fessenden St
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3917-3931 N Juneau St

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7021 N Fessenden St

6426 N Princeton St

9951-9959 N Van Houten Ave

8309-8329 N Dwight Ave
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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 | $1,483 | $1,450 | $1,582 |
| Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $1,495 | $1,700 |
| Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,986 | $1,965 | $2,000 |
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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 $1,099. Harrison Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. 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 | $1,099 |
| Harrison Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath - | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Park Place North Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Melrose Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,582 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, OR
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth area is the $1.94 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Park Place North Apartments in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Portsmouth apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Melrose Apartments starting at $1,582 with a $2.64 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place North Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Melrose Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Harrison Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath - | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 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 $1,395 at The Bluffs.
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 $1,495 at Park Place North Apartments.
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