Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 97236 ZIP Code of Portland, OR from $300 (43 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the 97236 ZIP Code area of Portland.

property at 5660 SE 125th Ave

$1,100 - $1,695

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5660 SE 125th Ave

PortlandOR97236

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Burlwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Burlwood Apartments

14914 SE Division StPortland, OR 97236
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Shalamar Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Shalamar Apartments

13746 SE Powell BlvdPortland, OR 97236

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Glenwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Apartments

13116 SE Powell BlvdPortland, OR 97236
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EastPoint
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

EastPoint

12450-12530 SE Powell CtPortland, OR 97236
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Powell Court Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Powell Court Villa

12540 SE Powell CtPortland, OR 97236
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Townhouse Villa
2 Bedroom Apartments

Townhouse Villa

4300-4344 SE 122nd AvePortland, OR 97236
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Foster Meadows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Foster Meadows

12509 SE Foster RdPortland, OR 97236

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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The Jamico
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Jamico

16711 SE Powell BlvdPortland, OR 97236
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Sunshine Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunshine Meadows

13605-13621 SE Division StPortland, OR 97236
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Brittany Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brittany Place

2916 SE 125th AvePortland, OR 97236
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Division Star
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Division Star

2624-2640 SE 170th AvePortland, OR 97236

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Leander Court
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Leander Court

4620 SE 122nd AvePortland, OR 97236
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Magnolia Court
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Court

13430-13450 SE Bush StPortland, OR 97236
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Peyton Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peyton Plaza

12713 SE Powell BlvdPortland, OR 97236
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Township Eastside
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Township Eastside

17310 SE Naegeli DrPortland, OR 97236

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.