Cheap Apartments for Rent in Saint Helens, OR from $900 (53 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Maple Knoll Apartments
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$1,285 - $1,485
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$1,285 - $1,485

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Maple Knoll Apartments

1824 NE 104th LoopVancouver, WA 98686
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The Acres
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$1,349 - $1,692
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The Acres

8917 NE 15th AveVancouver, WA 98665
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Alderbrook Apartments
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$1,385 - $2,499
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$1,385 - $2,499

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Alderbrook Apartments

9501 NE 19th AveVancouver, WA 98665
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Hazel 78
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$1,495 - $2,045
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Hazel 78

8003 NE 13th AveVancouver, WA 98665
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Dell Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dell Terrace

7416-7422 NE Hazel Dell AveVancouver, WA 98665
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Erica Village
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Erica Village

1001-1115 NE 105th StVancouver, WA 98685
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Sydney Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sydney Court

1016 NE 86th StVancouver, WA 98665
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134th Street Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

134th Street Lofts

13414 NE 23rd AveVancouver, WA 98686
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Saint Helens, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Saint Helens Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Saint Helens, OR is a Studio unit found at Monticello in the Glenwood neighborhood priced from $950. 18th Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $970. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Saint Helens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MonticelloStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$950
18th Street ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$970
Forest Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,036
Hemlock Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,050
Fir at 17th1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Cougar Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,106
Teal Pointe Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,269
Maple Knoll Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,285
Vista View Apartments1x1 Small1BR,1BA$1,294
Olympic Park4 WEEKS FREE! 2 BED 1 BATH APARTMENT HOME - 1st...2BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint Helens, OR and Nearby

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Saint Helens area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3x2.5/2 Car Garage Model at The Crossing in the in the Wishing Wells Estates neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Saint Helens apartment is the B1.2 Model at Highland Hills starting at $1,777 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Sherwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saint Helens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Crossing3x2.5/2 Car Garage3BR,2.5BA$1.48
Highland HillsB1.22BR,2BA$1.51
Willow CreekTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.30
Portola Bridge Creek2X1B2BR,1BA$1.59
Olympic Park4 WEEKS FREE! 2 BED 1 BATH APARTMENT HOME - 1st...2BR,1BA$1.48
The Acres2 Bed 1 Bath Reno2BR,1BA$1.65
Maple Knoll Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.52
Broadleaf ArborApt Home - 2x12BR,1BA$1.67
Fir at 17th1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.38
Hemlock Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.62

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Saint Helens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Saint Helens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Saint Helens is at Monticello listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Helens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Helens Apartment is $970 at 18th Street Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Saint Helens Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Saint Helens is starting from $1,285 at Maple Knoll Apartments.

What is the most affordable Saint Helens Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Saint Helens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Park Apartments and starts from $1,537.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.