
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Richmond Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $900 (48 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Richmond area of Portland.


Division Street Lofts

Tabor View Lofts

Moreland Place Apartments

The Hawthorne

Powell Gardens Apartments

MF 11 - Cedarhurst Village Apartments

Hawthorne 44

2838 SE 35th Pl
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1529-1549 30th Ave

2409-2515 SE 51st Ave

5110 SE Division St

2919-2931 SE Woodward St

Lerkin Condos at Mt. Tabor

3440-3464 SE Madison St

Pembrooke Gardens Condominiums

2881 SE Sherman St

2630-2638A SE 52nd Ave
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2744 SE 35th Pl

1604 SE 37th Ave

4522-4256 SE 41st Ave

3386 SE Waverleigh Blvd

Division Terrace

The Fifty at Division

Creston Villa

Clinton Court

Clay St Apartments
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Powell

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The Anita

Burlingame Apartments

Franklin Flats

Oliver Apartments

3339 SE Division St

39th Place Townhomes

3360 SE Division St
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Ellen Browning Building

Powell Crest

The Glenn

The Oak Tree Apartments

Mt Tabor Apartments

Park Place Apartments

Tabor View Terrace

The Waverly Arms

Hawthorne 41
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Pacific Court

Ben Hi Apartments

4010 SE Division St
Richmond, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,267 | $950 | $2,257 |
| Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,386 | $1,250 | $1,495 |
| Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $1,400 | $1,950 |
| Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,665 | $8,665 | $8,665 |
| Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,704 | $6,704 | $6,704 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Richmond Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Richmond Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Richmond area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Division Street Lofts priced from $1,275. Tabor View Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Richmond apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Division Street Lofts | Burnside | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Tabor View Lofts | Richmond | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Fifty at Division | Burnside | Studio,1BA | $1,305 |
| Creston Villa | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Moreland Place Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Powell Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Clinton Court | 1X1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Hawthorne | 1x1u | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Artisan Apartments | 0x1B | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| The Waverleigh Apartments | 3 Bedroom Down | 3BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richmond, OR
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richmond area is the $2.30 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Up Model at The Waverleigh Apartments in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,299. The second greatest value Richmond apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Creston Villa starting at $1,345 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waverleigh Apartments | 3 Bedroom Up | 3BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Creston Villa | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Moreland Place Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The Hawthorne | 1x1u | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Artisan Apartments | 0x1B | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
| Powell Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| The Fifty at Division | Burnside | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| Tabor View Lofts | Richmond | Studio ,1BA | $2.67 |
| Clinton Court | 1X1 A | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Division Street Lofts | St. John | Studio ,1BA | $3.05 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRichmond, Portland, OR
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Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Oregon, including Portland. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richmond Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Richmond?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Richmond is at Division Street Lofts listed at $1,275.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment is $1,345 at Creston Villa.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Richmond is starting from $1,400 at Moreland Place Apartments.
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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
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