
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $600 (134 Rentals)
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Emmons Place

2365 NW Marshall St, Unit middle

Koz on Sixteenth

The Derby Slabtown

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Fairmount Apartments

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The Addy

Midtown West Apartments

Midtown East

Twenty 65 Apartments
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Tiller Terrace

Elysian Gardens Apartments

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Manhattan Apartments

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Oro Apartments

Worthington

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MERX Slabtown

20 Pettygrove

2190 W Burnside St

The Drake Apartments
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Queen Anne Apartments

1607 Apartments

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Uptown NW Collection

Slabtown Square

2266 NW Johnson St

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2242 NW Irving St

Casa Del Rey

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KADO NW

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Q21

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Savier Street Flats
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735 St. Clair

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Slabtown Flats

Maestro

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Akoya

The Carson

2059 NW Irving St

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The George Besaw

Muse Apartments

Rivage

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Hollis
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1634 NW Everett St, Unit B-1

Almr Apartments

The Rodney

2765 NW Quimby St

Bridgetown Lofts

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Indigo

Wilson Townhomes

Saltwood

Raleigh Slabtown

The Weidler
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Uptown Portland, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Portland Studio Apartments | $1,509 | $850 | $2,397 |
| Uptown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,104 | $995 | $5,438 |
| Uptown Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,266 | $1,675 | $8,276 |
| Uptown Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,833 | $4,015 | $8,521 |
| Uptown Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,645 | $8,189 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 134 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Portland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Portland area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Nob Hill Apartments priced from $850. Edington Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Uptown Portland apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nob Hill Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 50392 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Edington Court | Micro | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Emmons Place | STUDIOS | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Midtown East | 0x1 100 | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Benson Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Pearl Studios | Austin | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Katherine Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Midtown West Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Allendale Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Tiller Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Portland, OR
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Portland area is the $1.30 price per square foot 0x1 100 Model at Midtown East in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Uptown Portland apartment is the Unit 09 Model at 1351-01PP- Yamhill Manor starting at $1,245 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Portland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown East | 0x1 100 | Studio ,1BA | $1.30 |
| 1351-01PP- Yamhill Manor | Unit 09 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Enso | Veronica | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
| 1607 Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 735 St. Clair | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Teasdale Apartments! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Worthington | 1BR (622sq ft '09s) | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Allendale Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Casa Del Rey | La Reina - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Midtown West Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
The Portland Power Commute: Top Neighborhoods for Renters Near the City’s Major Job Hubs
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Read ArticleA Local Experts Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Oregon and customized analysis for Central Portland. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown Portland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown Portland is at Nob Hill Apartments listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Portland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Portland Apartment is $1,050 at Midtown West Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Portland is starting from $1,675 at Uptown Arms & Manor.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Chad Deitchley
As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Portland
Written by: Chad Deitchley
Hello! My name is Chad, and I joined the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team as a Local Expert after living in Portland, Oregon, for more than 20 years. I have a deep love for this charming and vibrant city.

The Portland Power Commute: Top Neighborhoods for Renters Near the City’s Major Job Hubs
Written by: Chad Deitchley
Let me introduce myself as your ApartmentHomeLiving Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. I’m Chad, and I can attest firsthand to the vibrant and funky nature of this one-of-a-kind city.

From Arts to Eats: A Local Insiders Guide to Living in Portland's Best Spots
Written by: Chad Deitchley
Hello! My name is Chad, and I am your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon. After living in this one-of-a-kind city for more than 20 years, I have seen it change in many exciting ways.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.