Cheap Homes for Rent in University Park Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (10 Rentals)

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9330 N Charleston Ave, Unit Attic Room

9330 N Charleston Ave
PortlandOR97203
property at 9120 N Tioga Ave

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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9120 N Tioga Ave

PortlandOR97203

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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. Renaissance Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,012. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kenton CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Renaissance Commons1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,012
Ivanhoe (1 & 2)StudioStudio,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, OR

As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $2.11 price per square foot 3x1 Model at Park Place North Apartments in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the 2BR1B Model at Cimarron Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.71 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.
Park Place North Apartments3x13BR,1BA$2.11
Cimarron Apartments2BR1B2BR,1BA$1.71
Clifden1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.61
Bridgeview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.68
Pier Park1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$1.99
Parkside Commons1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93
Renaissance Commons1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.63
The Melrose Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
yanke011BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93
Kenton Commons1 Level LoftStudio ,1BA$1.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Park, Portland, OR

Ranked #93

Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about University Park

What type of rentals are currently available in University Park?

There are currently 242 Apartments for Rent in University Park, OR with pricing that ranges from $975 to $2,695. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Park ranging from $690 to $4,395.

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 $690 to $4,395 with an average monthly rent of $2,419.

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