Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Russell Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (66 Rentals)

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The Alicia Apartments
Studio Apartments

The Alicia Apartments

10304-10308 NE Wygant StPortland, OR 97220
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The Alexis Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Alexis Apartments

15075 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97233
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The Diplomat
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Diplomat

10934 NE Wygant StPortland, OR 97220

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Hazel Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hazel Heights

12621 SE Stark StPortland, OR 97233
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Parkrose Terrace
Studio Apartments

Parkrose Terrace

10235 NE Prescott StPortland, OR 97220
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Parkway Garden Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Garden Apartments

14024-14124 NE Sandy BlvdPortland, OR 97230
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seaside02
1 Bedroom Apartments

seaside02

131-149 SE 151st AvePortland, OR 97233

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Wynne Watts Commons
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wynne Watts Commons

928 NE 162nd AvePortland, OR 97230
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The Squire
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Squire

10315-10339 NE Fremont StPortland, OR 97220
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The Nick Fish
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Nick Fish

10550 NE Halsey StPortland, OR 97220
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Edgemont Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgemont Apartments

11181-11211 NE Weidler StPortland, OR 97220
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Jackson Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Jackson Court

1313 NE 131st PlPortland, OR 97230
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Rose Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Apartments

1200 SE 162nd AvePortland, OR 97233

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Russell, Portland, OR Local Guide

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. Traditions at Hazelwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Russell apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Buri BuildingStudioStudio,1BA$799
Traditions at HazelwoodA1S1BR,1BA$995
Alder Royal Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
seaside021BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
Greenfaire Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
TimberViewStudioStudio,1BA$999
The Bria Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Parkview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Huckleberry ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Glendoveer Woods ApartmentsStudio NO Washer & DryerStudio,1BA$1,077

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Russell, OR

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Russell area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at Plaza de Cedro in the in the East Portland neighborhood starting from $1,267. The second greatest value Russell apartment is the 3BR 1 Bath Model at Irish Moss Plaza Apartments starting at $1,738 with a $1.52 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Plaza de Cedro3 bedroom3BR,2BA$1.10
Irish Moss Plaza Apartments3BR 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.52
Fern Grove3BR 1Bath3BR,1BA$1.39
Melrose Court ApartmentsTown House2BR,1.5BA$1.55
Maple Meadows2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.50
Gateway Plaza Apartments2BD, 1BTH A2BR,1BA$1.51
The Highlander Apartments2X12BR,1BA$1.55
Castillian Townhomes2X1.52BR,1.5BA$1.49
Gateway ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
SAGEWOOD ESTATES2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$1.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Russell, Portland, OR

Ranked #57

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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!

Getting Around the Russell Neighborhood in Portland, OR

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,077.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Russell?

The cheapest apartment in Russell is Buri Building which is listed at $978, while the average apartment in Russell costs $1,800.

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 89 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 $629 which is $1,171 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Russell.

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