
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mount Scott Neighborhood of Portland, OR from $1,000 (6 Rentals)
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Mount Scott, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mount Scott?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mount Scott 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,042 | $1,445 | $3,500 |
Mount Scott 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,166 | $1,950 | $2,349 |
Mount Scott 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,495 | $3,495 | $3,495 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mount Scott Neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Cheapest Available Mount Scott Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Scott area of Portland, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Portrose priced from $1,050. Connery Place - Student Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Mount Scott apartments for rent in Portland, OR:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Portrose | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Connery Place - Student Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
54 Woodstock | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Scott, OR
As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mount Scott area is the $2.00 price per square foot 5631 SE Boise St Model at 5631 SE Boise St, Unit Lower in the in the Southeast Portland neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Mount Scott apartment is the 2x1R Model at 81 Powell starting at $1,495 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Southeast Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Scott apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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5631 SE Boise St, Unit Lower | 5631 SE Boise St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
81 Powell | 2x1R | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Portrose | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Woodstock Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.45 |
5130 SE Foster Rd, Unit 5128 | 5130 SE Foster Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
Tristin Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath lg | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
NAYA Generations | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Sunshine Portland | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Alexander Vincent I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Connery Place - Student Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Scott
What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Scott?
There are currently 189 Apartments for Rent in Mount Scott, OR with pricing that ranges from $650 to $3,470. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Scott ranging from $1,000 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Scott?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Scott ranges from $1,000 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,275.
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.

A Portland Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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