
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southgate Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,600 (2 Rentals)
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Southgate, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southgate?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southgate 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,013 | $1,695 | $2,250 |
Southgate 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,047 | $2,800 | $3,295 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southgate Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, OR
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Sunnyside Park Apartments in the in the West Mt Scott neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Mt. Scott Commons starting at $1,700 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the West Mt Scott neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Sunnyside Park Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Mt. Scott Commons | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
Briarwood Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Heritage Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
The Lark | The Roost - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Overlook Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom 820 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
The Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Heatherbrae | One Bedroom One Bath (729 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Easton Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Clackamas Trails Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southgate
What type of rentals are currently available in Southgate?
There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in Southgate, OR with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $4,815. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southgate ranging from $1,695 to $3,295.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southgate?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southgate ranges from $1,695 to $3,295 with an average monthly rent of $2,530.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

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