
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Waterfront Neighborhood of Portland, OR (23 Rentals)


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Griffis South Waterfront

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The Olivia

The Matisse

The Emery
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South Waterfront, Portland, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Waterfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,524 | $1,156 | $2,210 |
South Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $1,218 | $5,628 |
South Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,842 | $1,458 | $9,214 |
South Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,215 | $1,678 | $7,270 |
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Largest Available South Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Waterfront area of Portland, OR is found at The Ardea Apartments and is listed at 1,178 square feet priced from $2,505. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Ardea Apartments | Tower One Bedroom One Bath - Maple - 1171 | 1,178 Sq Ft | $2,505 |
Griffis South Waterfront | Crater Platinum | 848 Sq Ft | $1,993 |
Osprey | F4 | 801 Sq Ft | $1,618 |
The Matisse | 11F2 | 775 Sq Ft | $1,640 |
Willamette Tower | A-6.0 ANSI-A | 770 Sq Ft | $2,286 |
Cheapest Available South Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Waterfront of Portland, OR is the 1 Bedroom - 60% Model starting from $1,218 at Waterleaf. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Waterfront is currently $2,006. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Waterleaf | 1 Bedroom - 60% | $1,218 |
Osprey | F1.2 | $1,348 |
Modern New Construction | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,425 |
The Emery | 1 Bedroom G | $1,480 |
Griffis South Waterfront | Chetco | $1,487 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Waterfront, Portland, OR
Ranked #102
Among neighborhoods in Portland, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Waterfront Neighborhood in Portland, OR
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
96 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
75 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 1 Bedroom South Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Waterfront with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Waterfront is at Waterleaf listed at $1,218.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Waterfront Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Waterfront is $2,006.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Waterfront is a 1,178 square feet unit starting from $2,505 at The Ardea Apartments.
What is the average size for South Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Waterfront is currently 1,206 sq ft.
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