
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Mt Scott Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $700 (65 Rentals)
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Spring Creek Trail

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Country Squire

5840 SE 89th

9622-9634 SE Foster Rd

Bellrose Station

Woody Guthrie Place

Johnson Creek Commons

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The Lark

Twin Creeks

Fuller Commons

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Mt. Scott Commons
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West Mt Scott, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Mt Scott?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Mt Scott Studio Apartments | $1,592 | $1,150 | $2,312 |
| West Mt Scott 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $1,225 | $2,500 |
| West Mt Scott 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,395 | $2,988 |
| West Mt Scott 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,757 | $2,550 |
| West Mt Scott 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $2,895 | $2,895 |
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Cheapest Available West Mt Scott Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Mt Scott area of Portland, OR is a 2 Beds unit found at Bellrose Station priced from $1,180. Woody Guthrie Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable West Mt Scott apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellrose Station | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Woody Guthrie Place | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Oliver Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Home | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Easton Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,283 |
| ReNew Johnson Creek | Juniper | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| King Manor in Milwaukie | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Scott Mountain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,347 |
| The Buckley at Lents | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Heirloom | One Bedroom - A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,393 |
| Townhomes with a View | Aspen 1x1 Modern | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Mt Scott, OR
As of August 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Mt Scott area is the $1.63 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den Model at Creekside Apartments in the in the West Mt Scott neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value West Mt Scott apartment is the 2/2 Model at Rosewood Station starting at $1,506 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the West Mt Scott neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Mt Scott apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Apartments | 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den | 4BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Rosewood Station | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Fuller Station | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Mt. Scott Commons | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Oliver Station Apartments | 2 Bedroom Home | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Acadia Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Foster Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Sunnyside Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Bellrose Station | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Country Squire | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Mt Scott Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Mt Scott?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Mt Scott is under $1,399.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Mt Scott?
The cheapest apartment in West Mt Scott is Woody Guthrie Place which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in West Mt Scott costs $1,688.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Mt Scott?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in West Mt Scott that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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