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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Highlands Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,000 (27 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Forest Highlands area of Portland.
1111 SE Tenino St
PortlandOR97202
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Terwilliger
7360 SW Barbur BlvdPortland, OR 97219
1111 SE Tenino St
PortlandOR97202
1111 SE Tenino St
PortlandOR97202
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from $1,3752 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
1919 SW Spring Garden St, Unit 3
1919 SW Spring Garden StPortland, OR 97219
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from $1,439Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Morgan
1650 SE Tacoma StPortland, OR 97202
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from $1,440Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Holm at Sellwood
8220 SE 6th AvePortland, OR 97202
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1111 SE Tenino St
PortlandOR97202
8311-8315-8315 SE 17th Ave
PortlandOR97202
1680 SE Rex St
PortlandOR97202
1844 SW Evans St
PortlandOR97219
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8313 SE 17th Ave
PortlandOR97202
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from $1,220Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Miramonte Lodge
12200 SE McLoughlin BlvdMilwaukie, OR 97222
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from $1,3221 to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
One Jefferson
1 Jefferson PkyLake Oswego, OR 97035
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from $1,325Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Overlook at the Willamette
12601 SE River RdMilwaukie, OR 97222
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from $1,353Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Axletree Apartments
11125 SE 21st StMilwaukie, OR 97222
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from $1,370Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Henley Place
10306 SE Main StMilwaukie, OR 97222
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from $1,460Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Seven Acres
10999 SE 37th AveMilwaukie, OR 97222
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Forest Highlands, Portland, OR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,472 | $1,095 | $2,655 |
| Forest Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $1,199 | $3,700 |
| Forest Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $1,375 | $7,625 |
| Forest Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,652 | $2,295 | $3,395 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Highlands Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Highlands area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at tenin01 priced from $1,095. Terwilliger has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Forest Highlands apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| tenin01 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Terwilliger | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Miramonte Lodge | Morrison | Studio,1BA | $1,220 |
| Overlook at the Willamette | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Nehalem 13 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Axletree Apartments | Kellogg | Studio,1BA | $1,353 |
| Henley Place | The Maple | Studio,1BA | $1,370 |
| Holm at Sellwood | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,440 |
| Seven Acres | Currant - Bldg 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,460 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Highlands, OR
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Highlands area is the $2.61 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Garthwick Apartments BT-3215 in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Forest Highlands apartment is the 1919 SW Spring Garden St Model at 1919 SW Spring Garden St, Unit 3 starting at $1,375 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Far Southwest Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Garthwick Apartments BT-3215 | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| 1919 SW Spring Garden St, Unit 3 | 1919 SW Spring Garden St | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Terwilliger | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Morgan | The Morgan PDX C | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Holm at Sellwood | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| One Jefferson | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Overlook at the Willamette | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| Axletree Apartments | Kellogg | Studio ,1BA | $2.58 |
| Miramonte Lodge | Morrison | Studio ,1BA | $2.52 |
| tenin01 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Highlands, Portland, OR
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Among neighborhoods in Portland, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Forest Highlands, Portland, OR
Capitol Hill Elementary School
Portland School District 1j
Public School - Grades K-5 (333)
7 out of 10
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Getting Around the Forest Highlands Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
15 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
11 / 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.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Highlands Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Highlands?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Highlands is under $1,460.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Highlands is Terwilliger which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Forest Highlands costs $4,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Highlands?
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 19 regular apartments in Forest Highlands 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 Forest Highlands?
Cheap apartments in Forest Highlands have an average cost of $232 which is $4,268 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Highlands.
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