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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbia Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $500 (18 Rentals)
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Koz on Interstate
5460 N Interstate AvePortland, OR 97217
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from $1,000Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Kenton Commons
8408-8428 N Brandon AvePortland, OR 97217
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from $1,045Studio Apartment Available Now
822 N Killingsworth St, Unit #302
822 N Killingsworth StPortland, OR 97217
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from $1,049Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Nomad Apartments
5620 N Interstate AvePortland, OR 97217
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from $943Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Koz on Killingsworth
151 N Killingsworth StPortland, OR 97217
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East Columbia, Portland, OR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,405 | $943 | $2,853 |
| East Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $995 | $3,247 |
| East Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,367 | $1,495 | $3,037 |
| East Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,177 | $1,760 | $2,595 |
| East Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Columbia Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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East Columbia, Portland, OR Local Guide
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Cheapest Available East Columbia Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Columbia area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Kimberly Court priced from $895. Koz on Killingsworth has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $943. Here are the most affordable East Columbia apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kimberly Court | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Koz on Killingsworth | Studio | Studio,1BA | $943 |
| Koz on Interstate | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Kenton Commons | 1 Level Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Kanjaya Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, OR
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Columbia area is the $1.68 price per square foot Mainsail Model at Yacht Harbor Club in the in the North Portland neighborhood starting from $3,037. The second greatest value East Columbia apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Villas de Mariposas starting at $1,257 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Cully neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Yacht Harbor Club | Mainsail | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Villas de Mariposas | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Bailey Commons | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Prose Hayden Island | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Peyton Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Bridgeton Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 505 Dekum Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Kenton Commons | 1 Level Loft | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
| Harbor Sky | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.40 |
| Kimberly Court | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Oregon including East Columbia, Portland, and the greater Portland area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,122.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in East Columbia is Kimberly Court which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in East Columbia costs $2,495.
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 1,108 regular apartments in East Columbia 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 East Columbia?
Cheap apartments in East Columbia have an average cost of $698 which is $1,797 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Columbia.
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