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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,533 | $470 | $10,000+ |
| South Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $1,056 | $6,421 |
| South Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $1,264 | $8,630 |
| South Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,458 | $2,935 |
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Waterfront Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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For a limited time, receive One Month Free on select, available homes.Expires 07-31-2026
Limited Time Only - Huge Savings - Schedule Your Tour Today Up to 6 WEEKS FREE On Select Homes!Expires 07-31-2026
Up to 3 Months Free! Move in by July 31st ! Look & Lease Special!Expires 07-31-2026
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Now offering up to 8 weeks FREE on all available apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 07-31-2026
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For a limited time receive 8 weeks free base rent on select homes!* *12-14 lease terms apply. Must move in by 8/22/26. Min. term & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded.Expires 07-31-2026
Up to 4 weeks free on select units *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 07-31-2026
Up to one month FREE on select homes! Call for details.Expires 07-31-2026
Up to Six Weeks Free Rent! Become one of the first residents to live at our brand-new community! Schedule your personal tour and visit us today to see your next home opportunities. Tours are available 7 days a week. Contact our team for full details! *Some restrictions may apply.Expires 07-31-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in South Waterfront, OR. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
July rent FREE with a 12-month lease on select homes.Expires 07-31-2026
Sign a lease at MW8 by 7/31/26 and receive: 1) $300 off first month 2) Priority room selection 3) Priority move in dateExpires 07-31-2026
OPEN HOUSE: Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026 (9:00am - 3:00pm) Location: 12059 SW Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97201 MOVE-IN SPECIAL: Brand New Studios Starting at $999 PER MONTH 2 Months FREE* Waived Application Fee ($50 in SAVINGS) All Utilities Paid! (est. $75 SAVINGS per month) *Contact leasing team for details*Expires 08-01-2026
12 weeks free on select units. Call our Leasing office for details.Expires 08-02-2026
Get up to 6 WEEKS FREE on select units! Schedule your tour today! *T&Cs ApplyExpires 07-31-2026
Act fast, we are offering up to 6 Weeks Free on select vacant apartments! Contact us today and save! Our leasing team is now available to help you virtually! For a virtual tour of our property, visit our virtual tours page, or contact us to set up a virtual tour with a member of our leasing team. We are also available by phone or email.Expires 08-31-2026
Reduced Rents + Up to 8 Weeks Free!* Contact our friendly leasing team to learn more. *Restrictions may apply.Expires 07-31-2026
Up To 6 Weeks Free On Select Homes!* Please contact our leasing team today to schedule a tour! *Restrictions may apply.Expires 07-31-2026
Receive up to 6 weeks of free base rent on select homes! *Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded. Three-bedroom Income-Restricted Homes AvailableExpires 07-31-2026
Up to Four Weeks Free Base Rent *restrictions apply/select homesExpires 07-31-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in South Waterfront is at Waterleaf listed at $480.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in South Waterfront is $2,748.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in South Waterfront is a 2,438 square feet unit starting from $1,756 at The Ardea Apartments.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in South Waterfront is currently at 474 sq ft.
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