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1240 SW Columbia StPortland, OR 97201
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2371 SW Montgomery Dr
PortlandOR97201
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1212 SW Clay StPortland, OR 97201
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1126 SW 12th AvePortland, OR 97205
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3010-3106 SW 10th AvePortland, OR 97239
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1110 SW Clay StPortland, OR 97201
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2059 SW Park AvePortland, OR 97201
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1425 SW Clay StPortland, OR 97201
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1717 SW Park AvePortland, OR 97201
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1417 SW 10th AvePortland, OR 97201
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Goose Hollow Lofts
1450 SW Jefferson StPortland, OR 97201
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1025 SW 11th AvePortland, OR 97205
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1969 SW Park AvePortland, OR 97201
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6331 SW Canyon CtPortland, OR 97221
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Collins Circle
1701 SW Columbia StPortland, OR 97201
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Commons at Sylvan Highlands Apartments
1380 SW 66th AvePortland, OR 97225
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1431 SW Park AvePortland, OR 97201
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1500 SW 12th AvePortland, OR 97201
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1311 SW Gibbs StPortland, OR 97239
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1115 SW Market StPortland, OR 97201
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1030-1030 SW Jefferson StPortland, OR 97201
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2234-2238-2238 SW Vista AvePortland, OR 97201
1111 S Gaines St
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3507 SW 11th AvePortland, OR 97239
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1001 SW Woods StPortland, OR 97239
1245 SW Grover St
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1221 SW 11th AvePortland, OR 97205
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3158 SW 12th AvePortland, OR 97239
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Storyline
1177 SW Market StPortland, OR 97201
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2004 SW Jefferson StPortland, OR 97201
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1205 SW Cardinell Dr
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1820 SW Main St
1820 SW Main StPortland, OR 97205
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Peter Paulson Apartments
1530 SW 13th AvePortland, OR 97201
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1217 SW 11th AvePortland, OR 97205
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1312 SW 10th AvePortland, OR 97201
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1630 SW Clay StPortland, OR 97201
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2031 SW 10th AvePortland, OR 97201
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Saint Francis Apartments
1024-1126 SW Main StPortland, OR 97205
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Forrest View Apartments
3101-3111 SW 13th AvePortland, OR 97239
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Imperial Arms
1429 SW 14th AvePortland, OR 97201
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Grandview Apartments
1329 SW 14th AvePortland, OR 97201
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Marquam Manor
3211 SW 10th AvePortland, OR 97239
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Hidwell Apartments
1415 SW 11th AvePortland, OR 97201
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1415-1419 SW Park AvePortland, OR 97201
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1719 SW 16th AvePortland, OR 97201
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1819 SW 18th AvePortland, OR 97201
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1415 SW Columbia StPortland, OR 97201
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3115 SW 12th StPortland, OR 97239
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Goose Hollow Plaza
1604 SW Clay StPortland, OR 97201
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650 SW Sherman St
650 SW Sherman StPortland, OR 97201
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Southwest Hills, Portland, OR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Hills Studio Apartments | $1,160 | $702 | $1,650 |
| Southwest Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $950 | $2,618 |
| Southwest Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,226 | $2,970 |
| Southwest Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $2,249 | $2,249 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Hills area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Gretchen Kafoury Commons priced from $702. Hamilton West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $789. Here are the most affordable Southwest Hills apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gretchen Kafoury Commons | Second Month FREE — Studio Available Now! | Studio,1BA | $702 |
| Hamilton West | Eff Studio | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| Doricourt Apartments -- Historic SW Downtown | Studio (215sq ft 04’s, 05’s, 09’s, 10’s, 11’s, ... | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Clay & Tiffany | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| The Zeno | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Vue | The Pearl | Studio,1BA | $1,019 |
| Ongford Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Marquam Manor | Studio ('01s,'02s,'03s,'04s,'08s,'09s) | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Park Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Hills, OR
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Hills area is the $1.46 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Gallery Park Apartments in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Southwest Hills apartment is the Penthouse Model at Museum Place starting at $2,618 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Gallery Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Museum Place | Penthouse | 1BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Victorian Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Portland Terrace | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Hilltop House Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath large | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Cameron | A-4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Fredrick | Fairmount | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Park Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Ongford Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
| The Zeno | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Oregon including Southwest Hills, Portland, and the greater Portland area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Hills is under $1,116.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Hills is Gretchen Kafoury Commons which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Southwest Hills costs $7,641.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Hills?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 30 regular apartments in Southwest Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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