
Student Apartments for Rent in Portland, OR Under $1,500 (40 Rentals)
Rentals in Portland near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Solace

Gossamer

The Union at St John's.

MW8 - Shared and Furnished Housing

Cyan/PDX

The Collective on 4th

Slate

Brookland Apartments

Sky3
Portland’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Portland and the best places to live with original content written by our Portland, OR Local Expert Chad Deitchley

Hidden Oaks Apartments

Connery Place - Student Housing

505 Dekum Apartments

Muse

linc245 Apartments

Crescent Court

Windsor Buckman

Bridgeton Apartments

Capital Park

Goose Hollow Tower

Goose Hollow Plaza

Ascend Apartments: New Micro Studios and Lofts

1930 Alberta

Powell Court

Ladd

The Outpost Coliving Community

The Village Coliving Community

Hazelwood Station - Income Restrictions Apply

Stark Street Crossings

The Club at the Park

The Arch

Christilla Commons

Abigail Court

Campbell Park

Vose Apartments

Village Park Apartments
Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Portland Studio Apartments | $1,451 | $500 | $5,814 |
Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $507 | $10,000+ |
Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,321 | $1,058 | $10,000+ |
Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,731 | $1,217 | $10,000+ |
Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $734 | $4,109 |
Portland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Getting Around Portland, OR
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
85 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Portland?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Portland is at Ascend Apartments: New Micro Studios and Lofts listed at $795.
How much is the average rent for a Student Portland Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Portland is $1,947.
What is the largest Student Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Portland is a 2,611 square feet unit starting from $1,800 at Willamette Tower.
What is the average size for Portland Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Portland is currently at 583 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
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Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
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