Cheap Homes for Rent in University Park Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (10 Rentals)

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University Park, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Kenton Commons priced from $950. Ivanhoe (1 & 2) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kenton CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Ivanhoe (1 & 2)StudioStudio,1BA$975
The BluffsStudioStudio,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, OR

As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $2.25 price per square foot Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Richmond Avenue in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath - Model at Harrison Square Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Richmond AvenueTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$2.25
Harrison Square Apartments2 Bedroom / 1.0 Bath -2BR,1BA$2.12
Cimarron Apartments1BR1B1BR,1BA$1.85
Central Chalet Apartments1BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.69
Overlook Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.14
Greeley Court1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.43
The Bluffs2x12BR,1BA$2.85
Ivanhoe (1 & 2)StudioStudio ,1BA$1.92
Marvel 29SA3 - STUDIOStudio ,1BA$2.58
Kenton CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Park

What type of rentals are currently available in University Park?

There are currently 251 Apartments for Rent in University Park, OR with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $3,495. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Park ranging from $580 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Park ranges from $580 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,368.

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