
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sylvan-Highlands Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (181 Rentals)
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Celio Apartments

Emmons Place

Stadium Station

Portland Towers Apartments

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The Fredrick

2365 NW Marshall St, Unit middle

The Zeno

Goose Hollow Lofts

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The Addy
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Commons at Sylvan Canyon Apartments

1519 SW Columbia St

Vista St. Clair

Tiller Terrace

Twenty 65 Apartments

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Collins Circle

Elysian Gardens Apartments

Knoll West

1527 SW Columbia St

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Fairmount Apartments
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Manhattan Apartments

7540 SW Barnes Rd, Unit 107-H

5704 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Unit 11

801 SW Green Ave

20 Pettygrove

Raleigh Firs

2190 W Burnside St

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3507 SW 11th Ave, Unit 6

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Uptown NW Collection

Slabtown Square

1943 NW Irving St

5704 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Unit 16

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KADO NW

The Woods on Marquam Hill

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2242 NW Irving St

930 SW Gibbs St, Unit 2

Casa Del Rey
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735 St. Clair

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MERX Slabtown

Commons at Sylvan Highlands Apartments

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Q21

Montclair Terrace

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Savier Street Flats

2266 NW Johnson St

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Slabtown Flats

Maestro

Courtside Apartments
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Sylvan-Highlands, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sylvan-Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvan-Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,520 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Sylvan-Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $995 | $6,650 |
| Sylvan-Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,069 | $1,226 | $8,930 |
| Sylvan-Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,160 | $1,895 | $7,766 |
| Sylvan-Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,405 | $9,897 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 181 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sylvan-Highlands Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Sylvan-Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sylvan-Highlands area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Nob Hill Apartments priced from $830. Edington Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Sylvan-Highlands apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nob Hill Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 51362 | Studio,1BA | $830 |
| Edington Court Apartments | Micro | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Emmons Place | STUDIOS | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Stadium Station | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Celio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $985 |
| Portland Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Zeno | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Thornton | Wildwood | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Commons at Sylvan Canyon Apartments | Ridge | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Benson Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sylvan-Highlands, OR
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sylvan-Highlands area is the $1.41 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Raleigh Pines Apartments in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Sylvan-Highlands apartment is the B1A - Zonder Model at Montclair Terrace starting at $1,664 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Bridlemile neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sylvan-Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh Pines Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Montclair Terrace | B1A - Zonder | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 1351-01PP- Yamhill Manor | Unit 09 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Laurelwood Estates | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Westview Terrace | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Tempo West Apartments | 1 BDRM 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Teasdale Apartments! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Worthington | 1BR (622sq ft '09s) | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Allendale Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Rena Villa | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSylvan-Highlands, Portland, OR
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sylvan-Highlands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sylvan-Highlands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sylvan-Highlands is at Nob Hill Apartments listed at $830.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sylvan-Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sylvan-Highlands Apartment is $1,050 at The Benson Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sylvan-Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sylvan-Highlands is starting from $1,325 at Raleigh Pines Apartments.
What is the most affordable Sylvan-Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sylvan-Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Laurelwood Estates and starts from $1,895.
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