Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Tabor Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,000 (41 Rentals)
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South Tabor, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Tabor?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Tabor Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
South Tabor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Tabor Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available South Tabor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Tabor area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at MF 17 - SE Woodward priced from $1,050. Shamrock has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable South Tabor apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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MF 17 - SE Woodward | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Shamrock | SHAM 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
81 Powell | 2x1R | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Barrington Square | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Tabor, OR
As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Tabor area is the $1.86 price per square foot 2x1R Model at 81 Powell in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value South Tabor apartment is the SHAM 1x1 Model at Shamrock starting at $1,350 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Tabor apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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81 Powell | 2x1R | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Shamrock | SHAM 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Barrington Square | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
MF 17 - SE Woodward | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Tabor, Portland, OR
Ranked #117
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Tabor Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
99 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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