
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunnyside Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,000 (31 Rentals)
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The Hawthorne

Sunnyside
Sunnyside, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunnyside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sunnyside Studio Apartments | $1,269 | $1,258 | $1,279 |
Sunnyside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $1,352 | $2,250 |
Sunnyside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,029 | $1,600 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunnyside Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Sunnyside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunnyside area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Sunnyside priced from $1,279. The Hawthorne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Sunnyside apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sunnyside | Micro 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
The Hawthorne | 1x1u | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Hawthorne 44 | 1 Bedroom - 788 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyside, OR
As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunnyside area is the $2.28 price per square foot 1 Bedroom - 788 sq. ft. Model at Hawthorne 44 in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Sunnyside apartment is the 1x1u Model at The Hawthorne starting at $1,495 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hawthorne 44 | 1 Bedroom - 788 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
The Hawthorne | 1x1u | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
Sunnyside | Micro 1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSunnyside, Portland, OR
Ranked #137
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Sunnyside Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunnyside Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment is $1,495 at The Hawthorne.
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