Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Madison South Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $900 (9 Rentals)

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JOHN JAMES
Studio Apartments

JOHN JAMES

4125 NE 82nd AvePortland, OR 97220
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The Squire
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Squire

10315-10339 NE Fremont StPortland, OR 97220

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Madison South, Portland, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Madison South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Madison South area of Portland, OR is a Studio unit found at JOHN JAMES priced from $925. Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Madison South apartments for rent in Portland, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
JOHN JAMES0x1Studio,1BA$925
Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,075
Rose City Center Apartments - 55 and Over1111BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison South, OR

As of March 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Madison South area is the $1.72 price per square foot 2x1 Model at The Binford in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Madison South apartment is the 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH Model at Beverly Grove Apartments starting at $1,675 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the East Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madison South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Binford2x12BR,1BA$1.72
Beverly Grove Apartments2 BEDROOM 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.83
Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.73
Hancock East2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.66
Sandy Terrace Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.91
The Bluebird2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.89
Gateway Terrace1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.13
Terrace At Columbia Knoll Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.11
Rose City Center Apartments - 55 and Over1111BR,1BA$2.13
JOHN JAMES0x1Studio ,1BA$2.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Madison South, Portland, OR

Ranked #141

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Madison South Neighborhood in Portland, OR

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

65 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madison South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Madison South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Madison South is at JOHN JAMES listed at $925.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison South Apartment is $1,075 at Heights at Columbia Knoll Senior Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Madison South Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Madison South is starting from $1,449 at Sandy Terrace Apartments.

What is the most affordable Madison South Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Madison South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Terrace At Columbia Knoll Apartments and starts from $1,634.

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