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Apartments for Rent in Portland, OR under $800
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    850 NE 81ST AVE, PORTLAND, OR 97213
    STUDIO $700+
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    1771 N. Flint Avenue, Portland, OR 97227
    1 BED $600+
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    1115 NW Northrup St, Portland, OR 97209
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    2065 S River Parkway, Portland, OR 97201
    STUDIO $480+

  • 21900 SE Alder Drive, Gresham, OR 97030
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    12370 SE Ash Street, Portland, OR 97236
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    4310 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97211
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    1 BED $542+
    2 BEDS $641+
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    222 SW Pine, Portland, OR 97204
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $800+
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    8510 SE Steele Street, Portland, OR 97266
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $644+
    2 BEDS $752+
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    620 SE 148Th Avenue, Portland, OR 97233
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $526+
    2 BEDS $624+
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    1177 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97214
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    STUDIO $536+
    1 BED $554+
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Getting around in Portland, OR

5 /100
Car-Dependent
41 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 5, Bike Score®: 41

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Portland, OR last updated?

Prices and availability in Portland, OR were last updated on 15 May 2025.

What are the best apartments in Portland, OR?

The best apartments in Portland, OR are: Quinten Tower, The Parker, Alder Crossing Apartments, Wingsong Manor Apartments and Cook Street.

What type of rental buildings are in Portland, OR?

In Portland, 47% of the residents are renting compared to 53% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 28% of Portland’s rentals, 52% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 19% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Portland, OR under $1,000

Searching for apartments for rent in Portland, OR under $1,000 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Portland, OR, where the average rent is $1,040 per month, there are 125 units available for less than $1,000. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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