
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Vancouver Neighborhood of Vancouver, WA from $918 (42 Rentals)
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The Felix @ Our Heroes Place

Navalia

401 E 28th St

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Esther Short Commons

Angelo Tower

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Claro at the Waterfront
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440 West

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Aeon

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Hudson West

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The Riva

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1008 W 14th St, Unit 2
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2013 Washington St

207 W 28th St

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Aria

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Anthem Park at Uptown Village
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Franklin Apartments

OHM West

Lewis and Clark Plaza

Herby

Eliza

Broadway

Hamilton & Eliza

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15 West

Rosa A

Columbia Uptown, LLC

Coen North

Columbia Court Apartments

2914 R St

Residences at Arnada

The Felix at Our Heroes Place
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Rosa B

1614 Grant St
Downtown Vancouver, Vancouver, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Vancouver?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Vancouver Studio Apartments | $1,541 | $1,158 | $1,899 |
| Downtown Vancouver 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,207 | $4,852 |
| Downtown Vancouver 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,107 | $1,630 | $5,601 |
| Downtown Vancouver 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,392 | $1,995 | $4,354 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Vancouver Neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Vancouver Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Vancouver area of Portland, WA is a Studio unit found at The Hudson priced from $1,158. The Felix @ Our Heroes Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,187. Here are the most affordable Downtown Vancouver apartments for rent in Portland, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hudson | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,158 |
| The Felix @ Our Heroes Place | OHP Towers S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,187 |
| Lewis and Clark Plaza | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Navalia | Studio A4 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| OHM West | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
| Broadway | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Esther Short Commons | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Angelo Tower | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Jefferson Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH (B2) | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Columbia Uptown, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Vancouver, WA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Vancouver area is the $2.47 price per square foot 2.A Model at Hudson West in the in the North Portland neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Downtown Vancouver apartment is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom with...(U1x1 DA) Model at Uptown starting at $2,141 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the North Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Vancouver apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson West | 2.A | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Uptown | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom with...(U1x1 DA) | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Jefferson Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH (B2) | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Lewis and Clark Plaza | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Broadway | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Esther Short Commons | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Angelo Tower | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Columbia Uptown, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| OHM West | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| The Felix @ Our Heroes Place | OHP Towers S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.43 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for North Portland, WA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Vancouver Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Vancouver?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Vancouver is under $1,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Vancouver?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Vancouver is The Hudson which is listed at $1,207, while the average apartment in Downtown Vancouver costs $1,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Vancouver?
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 6 regular apartments in Downtown Vancouver that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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