
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Russell Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (149 Rentals)
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14407 NE Fremont St

Madison at Parkrose

Glendoveer Woods Apartments

Spring Villa Apartments

Crofton Apartments

Wy'East Plaza

Firwood Station

Alder Village

Vine Maple
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130 SE 105th Ave

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Windsor Court Apartments

404 SE 133rd Ave

412 SE 133rd Ave

10227 NE Prescott St

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12701 SE Salmon Ct

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Gateway Park

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Rosewood Apartments

Ash Street

Spruce Park Apartments

Sandstone Manor

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Zachary Park Apartments

Emerald Grove

10535-10535 NE Fremont St, Unit 10521

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Andrea Place Apartments

Treecrest Burnside

11221 NE Glisan St

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Russell, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Russell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Studio Apartments | $863 | $799 | $1,195 |
| Russell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $978 | $1,950 |
| Russell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $1,127 | $3,000 |
| Russell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $1,395 | $2,450 |
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There are currently 149 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Russell Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Russell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Russell area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Buri Building priced from $799. Madison at Parkrose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Russell apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buri Building | Studio SIM | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Madison at Parkrose | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Crofton Apartments | 2BD/1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Wy'East Plaza | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,001 |
| Pine Point Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| The Aurora | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
| Huckleberry Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Wynne Watts Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Glendoveer Woods Apartments | Spacious Studio NO Washer & Dryer | Studio,1BA | $1,088 |
| Eastgate Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Russell, OR
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Russell area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3BD/3BTH Model at Cedar Tree in the in the East Portland neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Russell apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Stunning 3-bed/2-bath apartments, close to public transit starting at $1,815 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the East Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Russell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Tree | 3BD/3BTH | 3BR,3BA | $1.18 |
| Stunning 3-bed/2-bath apartments, close to public transit | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Windsor Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Firwood Station | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Red Rose Manor | 2BR2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Villa 162 Apartments | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Windsor Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath sm | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Brentwood Apartments | 1BD, 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Crofton Apartments | 2BD/1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Pine Point Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, 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 rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Russell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Russell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Russell is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Russell?
The cheapest apartment in Russell is Pine Point Apartments which is listed at $1,027, while the average apartment in Russell costs $2,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Russell?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 88 regular apartments in Russell that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Russell?
Cheap apartments in Russell have an average cost of $496 which is $2,404 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Russell.
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