
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Waterfront Neighborhood of Portland, OR (66 Rentals)


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South Waterfront, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,498 | $875 | $2,525 |
South Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,204 | $6,675 |
| South Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,306 | $1,475 | $9,214 |
| South Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,288 | $1,773 | $6,999 |
| South Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,617 | $4,617 | $4,617 |
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There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Waterfront Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Largest Available South Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Waterfront area of Portland, OR is found at Byline and is listed at 2,188 square feet priced from $6,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byline | Live/Work 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath - C | 2,188 Sq Ft | $6,675 |
| Honeyman Hardware Lofts | St. John 1x2 B | 1,898 Sq Ft | $3,225 |
| Park Avenue West | Unit J | 1,128 Sq Ft | $2,339 |
| Skylar Grand | 2 Bedroom 22B | 1,083 Sq Ft | $2,215 |
| The Ardea Apartments | Tower One Bedroom One Bath with Den - Birch - 1075 | 1,075 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
| Slabtown Square | Sunstone (Live/Work) | 1,063 Sq Ft | $2,900 |
| Cyan/PDX | Large One Bedroom Townhome (AT2) | 935 Sq Ft | $2,076 |
| The Dylan | P-A25 | 933 Sq Ft | $2,327 |
| Hassalo on Eighth | Aster Tower-C15 | 915 Sq Ft | $2,121 |
| The Matisse | 11F2 | 775 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Cheapest Available South Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Waterfront of Portland, OR is the The Belmont Model starting from $1,204 at The Vue. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Waterfront is currently $2,096. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Vue | The Belmont | $1,204 |
| 735 St. Clair | A3 | $1,250 |
| Modern New Construction - Minutes from Downtown PDX & OHSU | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,250 |
| Waterleaf | 1 Bedroom - 60% | $1,287 |
| The Matisse | 11F1 | $1,350 |
| Alta Art Tower | A5 | $1,353 |
| Sanctuary Apartments | Landing F | $1,355 |
| Gossamer | B6 | $1,357 |
| The Marilyn | BURNSIDE | $1,375 |
| The Emery | C | 460sf | $1,375 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Waterfront, Portland, OR
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Waterfront with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Waterfront is at The Vue listed at $1,204.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Waterfront Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Waterfront is $2,096.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Waterfront is a 2,188 square feet unit starting from $6,675 at Byline.
What is the average size for South Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Waterfront is currently 714 sq ft.
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