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Cedar Grove Apartments
13400 NW Cornell RdPortland, OR 97229
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $800 (9 Rentals)
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Commons at Sylvan Highlands Apartments
1380 SW 66th AvePortland, OR 97225
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Cedar Hills
11700 SW Butner RdPortland, OR 97225
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Knoll West
2130 SW Camelot CtPortland, OR 97225
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Country Pines Apartments
1040 NW 123rd AvePortland, OR 97229
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Holly Hill Apartments
11605 SW Butner RdPortland, OR 97225
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Sunset Station Apartments
10765 SW Butner RdPortland, OR 97225
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The Opal Apartments
12691 NW Dogwood StPortland, OR 97229
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West Portland, Portland, OR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Portland Studio Apartments | $1,189 | $1,175 | $1,199 |
| West Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $1,069 | $2,000 |
| West Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,445 | $4,160 |
| West Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $1,837 | $2,585 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Portland Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available West Portland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Portland area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at Cedar Hills priced from $1,175. Knoll West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable West Portland apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Hills | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Knoll West | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Haven at Golf Creek | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,296 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Portland, OR
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Portland area is the $1.97 price per square foot Wheatleigh Model at Commons at Timber Creek Apartments in the in the Northwest Portland neighborhood starting from $2,199. The second greatest value West Portland apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Chateau Hills starting at $1,595 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Northwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Portland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Commons at Timber Creek Apartments | Wheatleigh | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Chateau Hills | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Cornell Manor | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| CEDAR MILL VILLAGE APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Commons at Sylvan Highlands Apartments | Toulouse | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Deveraux Glen | Vireo | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Evanbrook Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Sofi At Forest Heights | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Knoll West | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Portland Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Portland?
The cheapest apartment in West Portland is Knoll West which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in West Portland costs $2,199.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Portland?
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 5 regular apartments in West Portland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Portland?
Cheap apartments in West Portland have an average cost of $295 which is $1,904 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Portland.
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