
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sellwood-Moreland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $900 (41 Rentals)
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1936 SE Insley St

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Studio Pointe Apartments

Sellwood Apartments

SE 11th & Tenino Apartments

1280 SE Nehalem St, Unit 205

1280 SE Nehalem St, Unit 301

Meetinghouse
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Holm at Sellwood

1680 SE Rex St, Unit 2

The Morgan

Galaxie at Sellwood

8232-8238-8238 SE 11th Ave

The Tristan

Enclave 54
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Tenino Terrace

1627 SE Reedway St

Yukon Flats

The Sellina

Cherry Hill Apartments

Wheelhouse Lofts 2

4425 SE 26TH Ave

North Moreland Court
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Crystal Springs Apartments

Moreland Crossing

Wheel House Lofts

5902-5920 SE Milwaukie Ave

Insley Apartments

Eastbank Quarters

Crystal Shores Apartments

Brooklyn Yard
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Sellwood

Milwaukie Avenue Apartments

5418 SE Milwaukie Ave

4462 SE Milwaukie Ave

Sellwood 13

Harold

Waverly Surf

Alexander Court
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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 | $1,337 | $945 | $1,550 |
| Sellwood-Moreland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $1,345 | $2,109 |
| Sellwood-Moreland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $1,495 | $2,895 |
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There are currently 41 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 Studio Pointe Apartments priced from $945. Meetinghouse has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,397. Here are the most affordable Sellwood-Moreland apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Pointe Apartments | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Meetinghouse | Studio - E1A3 | Studio,1BA | $1,397 |
| Holm at Sellwood | Studio A3 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Moreland Crossing | 1BR/1BA A | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
| Nehalem 13 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 1012 SE Lambert St | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $4,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sellwood-Moreland, OR
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sellwood-Moreland area is the $3.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 1012 SE Lambert St in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $4,495. The second greatest value Sellwood-Moreland apartment is the 1BR/1BA A Model at Moreland Crossing starting at $1,585 with a $2.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1012 SE Lambert St | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Moreland Crossing | 1BR/1BA A | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Holm at Sellwood | 1x1F3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Nehalem 13 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Meetinghouse | Studio - E1A3 | Studio ,1BA | $2.82 |
| Studio Pointe Apartments | Studio 1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.97 |
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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 $4,495.
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