
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sellwood-Moreland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $900 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sellwood-Moreland area of Portland.


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Sellwood-Moreland, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sellwood-Moreland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sellwood-Moreland Studio Apartments | $1,213 | $995 | $1,450 |
| Sellwood-Moreland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $1,100 | $2,174 |
| Sellwood-Moreland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,057 | $1,595 | $2,995 |
| Sellwood-Moreland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
| Sellwood-Moreland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $2,950 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sellwood-Moreland Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Sellwood-Moreland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sellwood-Moreland area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at The Tristan priced from $995. Studio Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Sellwood-Moreland apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tristan | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Studio Pointe Apartments | Studio 2 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Sellwood Apartments | Studio A | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Morgan | The Morgan PDX Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,184 |
| Brooklyn Yard - Stylish, Green Living! | 1x1U Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sellwood-Moreland, OR
As of January 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sellwood-Moreland area is the $2.61 price per square foot 2x2.5 with Den Model at Steeple Townhomes in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Sellwood-Moreland apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at 21SHR - 21st & Sherrett ****** END MANAGEMENT AS OF 12/31/25 starting at $2,295 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sellwood-Moreland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steeple Townhomes | 2x2.5 with Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.61 |
| 21SHR - 21st & Sherrett ****** END MANAGEMENT AS OF 12/31/25 | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.37 |
| 1626 Southeast Lexington Street, Unit Unit 3 | 1626 Southeast Lexington Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Meetinghouse | Tacoma B | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Moreland Crossing | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
| Nehalem 13 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Brooklyn Yard - Stylish, Green Living! | 1x1U Standard | Studio ,1BA | $2.52 |
| tenin01 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| The Morgan | The Morgan PDX Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.68 |
| The Tristan | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sellwood-Moreland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sellwood-Moreland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sellwood-Moreland is under $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sellwood-Moreland?
The cheapest apartment in Sellwood-Moreland is Sellwood Apartments which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Sellwood-Moreland costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sellwood-Moreland?
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 5 regular apartments in Sellwood-Moreland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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