Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East Columbia Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $590 (12 Rentals)

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Dekum Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dekum Court

2475 NE Saratoga StPortland, OR 97211
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Citizen East
1 Bedroom Apartments

Citizen East

4605-4609 NE Killingsworth StPortland, OR 97218
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The Carter
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Carter

6811 NE Grand AvePortland, OR 97211

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Asher22
1 Bedroom Apartments

Asher22

410 NE Dekum StPortland, OR 97211
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The Kennedy
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Kennedy

2171 N Rosa Parks WayPortland, OR 97217
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Dekum Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dekum Apartments

1308 NE Dekum StPortland, OR 97211
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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

East Columbia, Portland, OR Local Guide

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Getting Around the East Columbia Neighborhood in Portland, OR

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Columbia Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Columbia?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Columbia is under $1,175.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Columbia?

The cheapest apartment in East Columbia is Lyra which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in East Columbia costs $2,895.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Columbia?

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

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.

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A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Chad Deitchley

As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Portland, Oregon, I’d like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Chad, and I come to the ApartmentHomeLiving.com team after living in Portland for decades.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.