
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Waterleaf

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Koz on 4th

Gray's Landing

3717 S Corbett Ave

Medina

Terwilliger Terrace

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The Dylan

Corbett Heights Apartments
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The Matisse

Cascade Vista

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The Douglas

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Ella

2442 SW Sheffield Ave, Unit B

Osprey

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5025 S Corbett Ave

Griffis South Waterfront
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Sanctuary

3535 S Corbett Ave, Unit 201

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342 SW Hamilton Ct, Unit 342

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650 SW Sherman St

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0225 S Hamilton St

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3727 SW Hood
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4210-4230 SW View Point Ter

2803 SW 1st Ave

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The Olivia

5885 S Macadam Ave

Portland Ironwood

Boathouse
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South Portland, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Portland Studio Apartments | $1,332 | $470 | $1,959 |
| South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $1,056 | $3,009 |
| South Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $1,264 | $7,180 |
| South Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,458 | $2,950 |
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Cheapest Available South Portland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Portland area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Waterleaf priced from $480. Koz on 4th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable South Portland apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterleaf | Studio | Studio,1BA | $480 |
| Koz on 4th | Essential Studio - MULTE | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Gray's Landing | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,018 |
| Medina | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Terwilliger Terrace | 1 x 1 F | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Corbett Heights Apartments | 0 x 1 - 518 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Cascade Vista | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| The Douglas | Studio Irving | Studio,1BA | $1,334 |
| 3727 SW Hood | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Emery Apartments | B | 455sf | Studio,1BA | $1,440 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Portland, OR
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Portland area is the $2.45 price per square foot 3601 sw river parkway Model at 3601 sw river parkway, Unit 1118 in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value South Portland apartment is the 22F1 Model at The Matisse starting at $2,200 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Southwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Portland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3601 sw river parkway, Unit 1118 | 3601 sw river parkway | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| The Matisse | 22F1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Terwilliger Terrace | 1 x 1 F | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 342 SW Hamilton Ct, Unit 342 | 342 SW Hamilton Ct | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Ella | A12 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Waterleaf | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 3727 SW Hood | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 4210-4230 SW View Point Ter | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Gray's Landing | studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
| Cascade Vista | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Oregon including South Portland, Portland, and the greater Portland area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Portland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Portland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Portland is under $1,440.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Portland?
The cheapest apartment in South Portland is Gray's Landing which is listed at $1,102, while the average apartment in South Portland costs $2,408.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Portland?
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 58 regular apartments in South Portland 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 South Portland?
Cheap apartments in South Portland have an average cost of $468 which is $1,940 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Portland.
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