
Cheap Homes for Rent in Waterfront Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,500 (2 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Waterfront area of Portland.

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Waterfront, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Waterfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waterfront 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,350 | $2,100 | $7,550 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waterfront Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, OR
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $2.10 price per square foot 3x1 Pettygrove Model at The Douglas in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $2,875. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the Residence 8 Club Level Model at Harrison Tower Apartment Homes starting at $3,062 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Homestead 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. |
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The Douglas | 3x1 Pettygrove | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Harrison Tower Apartment Homes | Residence 8 Club Level | 3BR,2BA | $2.45 |
Park Avenue West | Unit J | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
linc301 Apartments | 1x1 620 sq. ft. Hawthorne | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Westfal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Waterleaf | Studio-60% | Studio ,1BA | $2.13 |
Gallery Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
5th Avenue Place Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
Fountain Place Apartments | Studio - 60% | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
Acqua Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.12 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterfront, Portland, OR
Ranked #43
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Waterfront
What type of rentals are currently available in Waterfront?
There are currently 102 Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, OR with pricing that ranges from $649 to $20,000. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterfront ranging from $1,545 to $7,550.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waterfront?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waterfront ranges from $1,545 to $7,550 with an average monthly rent of $3,065.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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