Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 97203 ZIP Code of Portland, OR from $300 (44 Rentals)

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Clifden
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clifden

8415 N Fessenden StPortland, OR 97203
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Syracuse
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Syracuse

7210 N Burlington AvePortland, OR 97203
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The Bluffs
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bluffs

5150 N Lombard StPortland, OR 97203

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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North Louie
Studio Apartments

North Louie

7448 N Saint Louis AvePortland, OR 97203
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St. Johns Townhomes
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

St. Johns Townhomes

8527-8537 N Saint Louis AvePortland, OR 97203
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Willamette View
1 Bedroom Apartments

Willamette View

6804-6838 N Richmond AvePortland, OR 97203
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Ivanhoe (1 & 2)
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivanhoe (1 & 2)

8510 N Ivanhoe StPortland, OR 97203
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Pier Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pier Park

8660 N Columbia BlvdPortland, OR 97203
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yanke01
2 Bedroom Apartments

yanke01

9222 N Lombard StPortland, OR 97203
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Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Syracuse
1 Bedroom Apartments

Syracuse

7228 N Burlington AvePortland, OR 97203
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The Bridgecrest
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Bridgecrest

7002-7102 N Alta AvePortland, OR 97203
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Cecelia Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cecelia Apartments

6263 N Cecelia StPortland, OR 97203
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St. J's
Studio Apartments

St. J's

7180 N Leavitt AvePortland, OR 97203
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Richmond
2 Bedroom Apartments

Richmond

6906 N Richmond AvePortland, OR 97203

Portland’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Portland and the best places to live with original content written by our Portland, OR Local Expert Chad Deitchley

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The Kennedy
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Kennedy

2171 N Rosa Parks WayPortland, OR 97217
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Overlook Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Overlook Flats

5780 N Greeley AvePortland, OR 97217

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.