Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Highlands Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,000 (23 Rentals)

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Wheelhouse Lofts 2
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Wheelhouse Lofts 2

8124 SE 6th AvePortland, OR 97202

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Learn about Portland and the best places to live with original content written by our Portland, OR Local Expert Chad Deitchley

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Vista Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Manor

1430 SW Moss StPortland, OR 97219
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Eastbank Quarters
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastbank Quarters

686 SE Spokane StPortland, OR 97202
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Waverly Surf
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly Surf

602-764 SE Linn StPortland, OR 97202
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Sellwood 13
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sellwood 13

8036 SE 13th AvePortland, OR 97202
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Forest Highlands, Portland, OR Local Guide

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 Sanctuary Apartments priced from $1,225. Nehalem 13 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Forest Highlands apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sanctuary ApartmentsHamilton DStudio,1BA$1,225
Nehalem 130BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,300
Terwilliger1 x 11BR,1BA$1,300
Eastbank Quarters1Bed/1Ba1BR,1BA$1,349
Modera WoodstockS01Studio,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Highlands, OR

As of March 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Highlands area is the $1.74 price per square foot 9938 SW Terwilliger Blvd Model at 9938 SW Terwilliger Blvd, Unit Garden Level ADU in the in the Southwest Portland neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Forest Highlands apartment is the 2x2 Model at Steeple Townhomes starting at $2,895 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9938 SW Terwilliger Blvd, Unit Garden Level ADU9938 SW Terwilliger Blvd2BR,1BA$1.74
Steeple Townhomes2x22BR,2BA$2.57
1919 SW Spring Garden St, Unit 31919 SW Spring Garden St2BR,1BA$1.72
Terwilliger1 x 11BR,1BA$1.73
The MorganThe Morgan PDX C1BR,1BA$2.47
One JeffersonA11BR,1BA$2.67
Seven AcresAzalea - Bldgs 2-51BR,1BA$2.68
Axletree ApartmentsKelloggStudio ,1BA$2.76
Eastbank Quarters1Bed/1Ba1BR,1BA$2.70
Sanctuary ApartmentsHamilton AStudio ,1BA$2.90

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Forest Highlands, Portland, OR

Ranked #130

Among neighborhoods in Portland, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Highlands Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Highlands?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Highlands is at Sanctuary Apartments listed at $1,225.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Highlands Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Highlands Apartment is $1,300 at Terwilliger.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Highlands Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Highlands is starting from $2,004 at One Jefferson.

What is the most affordable Forest Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Forest Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at One Jefferson and starts from $2,572.

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