6540 Northeast Birch Street
HillsboroOR97124
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101 NE Brookwood Pkwy - Hillsboro (A-T500)
101 NE Brookwood PkyHillsboro, OR 97124
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Southeast, Hillsboro, OR Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Studio Apartments | $1,878 | $1,449 | $2,749 |
| Southeast 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,064 | $830 | $4,515 |
| Southeast 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,278 | $1,532 | $5,455 |
| Southeast 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,079 | $1,763 | $7,440 |
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Cheapest Available Southeast Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Gateway Commons priced from $1,221. Covington Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable Southeast apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom LIHTC 60% MFI | 1BR,1BA | $1,221 |
| Covington Square Apartments | 1x1 1st Floor End | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Briarcreek | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath - | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast, OR
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast area is the $1.88 price per square foot B1 Model at Platform 14 in the in the Orenco neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Southeast apartment is the 3 bed, 2 bath Model at 24th & Main Apartments starting at $2,050 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Oakhurst South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform 14 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| 24th & Main Apartments | 3 bed, 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Quatama Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Stillwater Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Amber Court Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Quarry | Amethyst | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Quatama Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| The Avery at Orenco Station | Alder 1X1S | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Park Creek Village | CALYPSO | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Gateway Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom LIHTC 60% MFI | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southeast?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast is under $1,599.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast is Gateway Commons which is listed at $1,221, while the average apartment in Southeast costs $2,571.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast?
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 13 regular apartments in Southeast 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 Southeast?
Cheap apartments in Southeast have an average cost of $103 which is $2,468 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast.
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