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South Hillsboro, Hillsboro, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Hillsboro?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Hillsboro Studio Apartments | $1,710 | $1,650 | $1,795 |
South Hillsboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,943 | $1,279 | $3,097 |
South Hillsboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $1,532 | $3,694 |
South Hillsboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $1,763 | $7,440 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Hillsboro Neighborhood of Hillsboro, OR.
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Cheapest Available South Hillsboro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Hillsboro area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Gateway Commons priced from $1,221. Maple Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable South Hillsboro apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Gateway Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom LIHTC 60% MFI | 1BR,1BA | $1,221 |
Maple Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
8th Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Hillsboro, OR
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Hillsboro area is the $1.86 price per square foot 3 bed, 2 bath Model at 24th & Main Apartments in the in the Oakhurst South neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value South Hillsboro apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Lincoln Street Apartments starting at $1,849 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Oakhurst South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Hillsboro apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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24th & Main Apartments | 3 bed, 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
Lincoln Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
The Avery at Orenco Station | Alder 1X1S | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Park Creek Village | CALYPSO | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Grove at Orenco Station | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
Gateway Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom LIHTC 60% MFI | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Commons at Creekside Apartments | Coquille | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
8th Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
1374CEDA | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Maple Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Hillsboro, Hillsboro, OR
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Getting Around the South Hillsboro Neighborhood in Hillsboro, OR
Walk Score®
22 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
20 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Hillsboro Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Hillsboro?
The cheapest apartment in South Hillsboro is Gateway Commons which is listed at $1,221, while the average apartment in South Hillsboro costs $3,209.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 11 regular apartments in South 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 South Hillsboro?
Cheap apartments in South Hillsboro have an average cost of $162 which is $3,047 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Hillsboro.
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