
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $470 (56 Rentals)
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Waterfront, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,263 | $470 | $2,581 |
| Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,056 | $3,734 |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,629 | $1,264 | $6,618 |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,887 | $1,458 | $8,611 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waterfront Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Waterfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterfront area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Modern Rich Apartments priced from $649. Fifth Avenue Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Waterfront apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Rich Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| Fifth Avenue Place Apartments | Studio 425 | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Morrison Park Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Regency Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Koz on 4th | Essential Studio | Studio,1BA | $946 |
| Maurice Dear Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Westfal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| WestShore Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,028 |
| Beverly Alder Apartments | Studios Faces Lightwell (330sq ft '07s & '08s) | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Rosenbaum | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, OR
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $2.06 price per square foot 105 Model at Everett Station Lofts in the in the Pearl District neighborhood starting from $1,847. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at cabk01 starting at $1,995 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everett Station Lofts | 105 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| cabk01 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| linc245 Apartments | 1x1 670 sq. ft. Columbia | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Essex House | Plan 1CR | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| linc301 Apartments | 1x1 620 sq. ft. Hawthorne | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Westfal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Harrison West | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Waterleaf | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| Fifth Avenue Place Apartments | Studio 425 | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
| Modern Rich Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterfront is at Modern Rich Apartments listed at $649.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment is $1,025 at Westfal Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterfront is starting from $1,299 at Fifth Avenue Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Waterleaf and starts from $1,798.
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