Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Richmond Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,000 (31 Rentals)

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Oliver Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oliver Apartments

4330 SE Division StPortland, OR 97206
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Creston Villa
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Creston Villa

3608 SE 40th AvePortland, OR 97202
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Powell
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Powell

3605 SE 38th AvePortland, OR 97202
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Division Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Division Terrace

2880 SE Division StPortland, OR 97202
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The Hub
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Hub

3423 SE Hawthorne BlvdPortland, OR 97214
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Artisan Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Artisan Apartments

3301 SE Division StPortland, OR 97202

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3339 SE Division St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3339 SE Division St

3339 SE Division StPortland, OR 97214
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39th Place Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

39th Place Townhomes

3630 SE Cesar Chavez BlvdPortland, OR 97202
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3360 SE Division St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3360 SE Division St

3360 SE Division StPortland, OR 97202
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The Waverleigh Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Waverleigh Apartments

2920-3030 SE Waverleigh BlvdPortland, OR 97202
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Hawthorne 44
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne 44

1510 SE 44th AvePortland, OR 97215
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The Anita
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Anita

4130 SE Division StPortland, OR 97202
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Clay St Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clay St Apartments

3757 SE Clay StPortland, OR 97214

Richmond, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Richmond Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Richmond area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Creston Villa priced from $1,195. Division Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,229. Here are the most affordable Richmond apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Creston Villa1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,195
Division Terrace0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,229
The Fifty at DivisionSt. JohnsStudio,1BA$1,235
Division Street LoftsBurnsideStudio,1BA$1,250
The Hawthorne1x1a1BR,1BA$1,299
Artisan Apartments0x1BStudio,1BA$1,299
Moreland Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,350
Powell Gardens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,375
Margot011BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,425
The Waverleigh Apartments2 Bedroom Up2BR,1BA$1,775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richmond, OR

As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richmond area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Up Model at The Waverleigh Apartments in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Richmond apartment is the 5134 SE Hawthorne Blvd Model at 5134 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Unit 4 starting at $1,895 with a $2.37 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Waverleigh Apartments2 Bedroom Up2BR,1BA$2.22
5134 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Unit 45134 SE Hawthorne Blvd1BR,1BA$2.37
Artisan Apartments1X1A1BR,1BA$2.60
Moreland Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.25
The Hawthorne1x1u1BR,1BA$2.35
Powell Gardens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.72
The Fifty at DivisionSt. JohnsStudio ,1BA$2.80
Margot011BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.25
Division Street LoftsSt. JohnStudio ,1BA$3.07
Creston Villa1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.11

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A Local Experts Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

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Richmond, Portland, OR

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Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment is $1,195 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.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Chad Deitchley

As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Hello! My name is Chad, and I joined the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team as a Local Expert after living in Portland, Oregon, for more than 20 years. I have a deep love for this charming and vibrant city.

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The Portland Power Commute: Top Neighborhoods for Renters Near the City’s Major Job Hubs

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Let me introduce myself as your ApartmentHomeLiving Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. I’m Chad, and I can attest firsthand to the vibrant and funky nature of this one-of-a-kind city.

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From Arts to Eats: A Local Insiders Guide to Living in Portland's Best Spots

Written by: Chad Deitchley

Hello! My name is Chad, and I am your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. After living in this one-of-a-kind city for more than 20 years, I have seen it change in many exciting ways.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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