Cheap Homes for Rent in South Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,200 (2 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Portland, OR

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Portland area is the $2.17 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath flat small Model at Sophia's View in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value South Portland apartment is the Tower One Bedroom One Bath - Dogwood - 1007 Model at The Ardea Apartments starting at $2,790 with a $2.77 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sophia's View2 bedroom 2 bath flat small2BR,2BA$2.17
The Ardea ApartmentsTower One Bedroom One Bath - Dogwood - 10071BR,1BA$2.77
Greenbriar Village3 Bed 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$2.02
Terwilliger1 x 1 F1BR,1BA$1.80
EllaA121BR,1BA$2.68
5911 S Corbett Ave, Unit 25911 S Corbett Ave1BR,1BA$2.29
WaterleafStudio-60%Studio ,1BA$2.13
BoathouseStudio BStudio ,1BA$2.85
The DouglasStudio IrvingStudio ,1BA$2.97
Sanctuary ApartmentsHamilton AStudio ,1BA$2.97

Frequently Asked Questions about South Portland

What type of rentals are currently available in South Portland?

There are currently 128 Apartments for Rent in South Portland, OR with pricing that ranges from $958 to $10,000. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Portland ranging from $1,275 to $3,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Portland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Portland ranges from $1,275 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,353.

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