
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Esther Short Neighborhood of Vancouver, WA from $1,000 (25 Rentals)
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The Jefferson Apartments

1510-1514 F St

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The Felix @ Our Heroes Place

Esther Short Commons

Navalia
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Adera
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Rosa A

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Rosa B

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Esther Short, Vancouver, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Esther Short?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esther Short Studio Apartments | $1,534 | $1,007 | $2,025 |
| Esther Short 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,014 | $1,107 | $3,399 |
| Esther Short 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,194 | $1,630 | $5,601 |
| Esther Short 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $1,995 | $4,060 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Esther Short Neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
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Cheapest Available Esther Short Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Esther Short area of Portland, WA is a Studio unit found at The Hudson priced from $1,007. The Jefferson Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Esther Short apartments for rent in Portland, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hudson | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,007 |
| The Jefferson Apartments | Studio (A3) | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Felix @ Our Heroes Place | OHP Towers S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,302 |
| Esther Short Commons | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Lewis and Clark Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,376 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Esther Short, WA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Esther Short area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Angelo Tower in the in the North Portland neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Esther Short apartment is the 3x2 Model at Rosa B starting at $2,149 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the North Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Esther Short apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo Tower | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Rosa B | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| OHM West | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Aria | B.2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Esther Short Commons | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Navalia | 1 Bedroom Loft A9 | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Adera | S1 Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.81 |
| Lewis and Clark Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| The Jefferson Apartments | Studio (A3) | Studio ,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Felix @ Our Heroes Place | OHP Towers S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Esther Short Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Esther Short?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Esther Short is under $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Esther Short?
The cheapest apartment in Esther Short is The Hudson which is listed at $1,107, while the average apartment in Esther Short costs $3,188.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Esther Short?
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 2 regular apartments in Esther Short that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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