
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sellwood-Moreland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $900 (35 Rentals)
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Studio Pointe Apartments

Sellwood Apartments

608 SE Tacoma St

Meetinghouse

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686 SE Spokane St, Unit 2., Unit 2.

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1605 SE Yukon St, Unit B, Unit B

1280 SE Nehalem St, Unit 205

1280 SE Nehalem St, Unit 306

1906 SE Tacoma St, Unit 1906

Holm at Sellwood

Galaxie at Sellwood

1680 SE Rex St, Unit 2

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1627 SE Reedway St

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The Sellina

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Sellwood 13
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 | $1,386 | $995 | $1,595 |
| Sellwood-Moreland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $1,100 | $1,902 |
| Sellwood-Moreland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $1,575 | $3,846 |
| Sellwood-Moreland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,863 | $2,100 | $3,995 |
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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 $995. Sellwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. 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 2 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Sellwood Apartments | 1x1 389 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 5902-5920 SE Milwaukie Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Moreland Crossing | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,315 |
| Meetinghouse | Studio - E1A3 | Studio,1BA | $1,327 |
| SE 11th & Tenino Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Eastbank Quarters | 1Bed/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Milwaukie Avenue Apartments | Bottom Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Holm at Sellwood | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sellwood-Moreland, OR
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sellwood-Moreland area is the $2.66 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 1012 SE Lambert St in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Sellwood-Moreland apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - 51477 Model at The Tristan starting at $1,809 with a $1.85 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 | $2.66 |
| The Tristan | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - 51477 | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Milwaukie Avenue Apartments | Bottom Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 5902-5920 SE Milwaukie Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 1666 SE Umatilla St, Unit 4 | 1666 SE Umatilla St | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Moreland Crossing | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.43 |
| Eastbank Quarters | 1Bed/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 686 SE Spokane St, Unit 2. | 686 SE Spokane St | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Meetinghouse | Studio - E1A2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.98 |
| Sellwood Apartments | 1x1 389 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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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 $1,575.
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 $2,495.
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 2 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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