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Sierra West
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra West

356 SE 12th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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Montebello
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Montebello

220 SE 12th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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150 NE Jackson St
1 Bedroom Apartments

150 NE Jackson St

150 NE Jackson StHillsboro, OR 97124
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Nutmeg Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Nutmeg Apartments

1435 SE Oak StHillsboro, OR 97123
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8th Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

8th Avenue

547 SE 8th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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1374CEDA
2 Bedroom Apartments

1374CEDA

1374 SE Cedar StHillsboro, OR 97123
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Isabelle Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Isabelle Terrace

210 SE 9th AveHillsboro, OR 97123
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Willow Springs
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Springs

3240 SW Doyle PlAloha, OR 97006
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Spring Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Park

2881 SW 182nd AveAloha, OR 97006
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Bethany Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bethany Meadows

16145 NW Spartan WayPortland, OR 97229
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Shadow Lane Duplexes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Shadow Lane Duplexes

18660 NW Shadow LnPortland, OR 97229
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Heritage 24
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage 24

17140-17150 SW Heritage CtBeaverton, OR 97006
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Hillsboro, OR Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsboro, OR

Pricing Updated: 04/11/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hillsboro, OR area range in price from $850 to $7,440 with an overall median price of $3,199. The three Hillsboro neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Hillsboro at $1,425, Tanasbourne at $1,184, and Southeast Hillsboro at $1,449. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hillsboro Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Hillsboro$2,373$1,4251
Tanasbourne$3,270$1,184382
Southeast Hillsboro$3,417$1,449189
Downtown Hillsboro$3,469$85077
Orenco Station$3,469$900174

Cheapest Available Hillsboro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsboro, OR is a Studio unit found at Rock Creek 185 in the Northwest Portland neighborhood priced from $1,184. Gateway Commons in the Oakhurst South neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,221. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rock Creek 185E1Studio,1BA$1,184
Gateway Commons1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom LIHTC 60% MFI1BR,1BA$1,221
Brentwood Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,249
Briarcreek1 Bedroom/1 Bath -1BR,1BA$1,279
Blanton Commons Apartments in Beaverton, OR1x1 - 685 SQFT1BR,1BA$1,395
The Lakes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,408
Lineage at Willow CreekOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,414
The QuarryOnyxStudio,1BA$1,420
Masters Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Small1BR,1BA$1,425
Sir Charles Court1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,435

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, OR

As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $1.74 price per square foot Jacquard Model at The Colonnade Luxury Townhome Apartments in the in the Triple Creek neighborhood starting from $2,425. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the B1 Model at Platform 14 starting at $2,015 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Orenco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsboro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Colonnade Luxury Townhome ApartmentsJacquard2BR,2BA$1.74
Platform 14B12BR,2BA$1.61
Merlo StationThree-Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.55
Hampshire DownsPlan L2BR,2BA$1.74
Quatama Village Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.63
Creekside at Tanasbourne Apartments2 Bed - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.70
Stillwater Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.72
Amber Court Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.69
Parker Apartments2 x 12BR,1BA$1.68
Gateway Commons1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom LIHTC 60% MFI1BR,1BA$1.74

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Hillsboro Overview

"Hillsboro, Oregon is a thriving city with a vibrant, active lifestyle. While often called the ""Silicon Forest"" because it is home to several technology companies, Hillsboro also has endless opportunities to explore the great outdoors, and the dining and craft beer scenes are booming. "

Why live in Hillsboro, OR?

"Just outside the hustle and bustle of Portland, apartments in Hillsboro allow residents to enjoy big-city amenities while also partaking in the abundant outdoor opportunities of slightly more suburban living. Whether it's hiking, biking, climbing, extreme snow sports, or water sports, Hillsboro truly has something for everyone. There is also a lengthy list of craft breweries and new eateries to satisfy even the pickiest palates, and there are ample day or weekend trip opportunities for when you feel like getting away. The weather is mild and the economy is thriving, making it ideal for everyone from young professionals to families. "

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Hillsboro, OR

Ranked #5

Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Hillsboro, OR

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsboro Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Hillsboro?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillsboro is under $1,435.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsboro?

The cheapest apartment in Hillsboro is Gateway Commons which is listed at $1,221, while the average apartment in Hillsboro costs $3,199.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillsboro?

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 26 regular apartments in Hillsboro that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hillsboro?

Cheap apartments in Hillsboro have an average cost of $383 which is $2,816 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsboro.

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