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Apartments Under $500 in Portland, OR

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Dover Apartments
1830 NW 24th Pl Portland, OR
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
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Dishwasher
1
$500
Helen Swindells Apartments
10 NW Broadway St Portland, OR
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Multnomah
18
$ Ask - 2,163
The Abigail
1650 Nw 13th Ave Portland, OR
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
27
$ Ask - 1,650
Commons At Sylvan Highlands Apartments
1380 Sw 66th Ave Portland, OR
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
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11
$ Ask - 3,196
Yard Apartments
Deal
22 Ne 2nd Ave Portland, OR
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
15
$ Ask - 1,620
The Matisse
0677 Sw Lowell St Portland, OR
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
6
$ Ask - 1,275
Headwaters Apartments
8833 Southwest 30th Avenue Portland, OR
1 BR | Available Now
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Markham
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$415
2223 - 2225 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Portland, OR
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Eliot
3
$500
23500 NW St
Portland, OR
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $500 are available in Portland, OR on Rentable.co?

There are 9 apartments under $500 in Portland currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $500 are available in Portland?

Rentable.co has 112 studio apartments under $500 available for rent in Portland.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Portland?

Rentable.co has 288 one-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Portland.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Portland?

Rentable.co has 484 two-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Portland.

Can I afford a apartment under $500 in Portland, OR?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $500 in Portland based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $20,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $500 for rent in Portland, OR?

  1. Pearl District
  2. Sabin-Irvington
  3. Northwest
  4. St. Johns
  5. Multnomah

Apartments Under $500 in Portland, OR: April Rental Information

Welcome to the April 2026 Portland Apartment Report. In this analysis of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts provide an overview of the key findings and figures for the Portland rental landscape.
Our experts examine the market trends for apartments under $500, including the overall rent distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons, in Portland and the surrounding areas. This report also offers insights into the features, amenities, and location options available for apartments under $500 in the vibrant city of Portland.
0 30 60 90 120 <$1,100 $1,140 $1,220 $1,300 $1,380 $1,460 $1,540 $1,620 $1,700 $1,780 $1,860 $1,940 >$2,020
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Portland stands at $1,470, with the majority falling between $1,100 and $2,090. Out of the 13,681 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Portland, 10 are priced below $500, accounting for 0% of the total available one-bedroom units in Portland.

Available Apartments Under $500: Portland vs. Surrounding Areas

Portland, OR
Vancouver, WA
Hillsboro, OR
Beaverton, OR
Happy Valley, OR
16
7
6
4
3
The chart above displays the number of available apartments under $500 in Portland, OR and its surrounding cities. This information is current as of April, 2026. The chart includes data for Milwaukie, Newberg, North Plains, Oregon City, Sandy, Scappoose, Sherwood, Tigard, Troutdale, Tualatin, West Linn, Wilsonville, Yamhill, Aurora, Banks, Beaverton, Canby, Cornelius, Damascus, Durham, Estacada, Fairview, Forest Grove, Gladstone, Gresham, Happy Valley, Hillsboro, King City, Lake Oswego, Washougal, Battle Ground, Camas, Vancouver, Gaston, Aloha, Ridgefield, Boring, Clackamas, Powell Butte, Brush Prairie, and Corbett, highlighting the inventory of affordable rentals in these areas as well. In total, the metro area has a total of 48 apartments available at this price point. This data gives prospective renters a snapshot of the current availability of affordable apartments in and around Portland.

Apartments Under $500 Now vs. Last Month: Portland and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $500 in April M/M % Change
Portland, OR 16 +1.04%
Vancouver, WA 8 +0.98%
Hillsboro, OR 6 +0.97%
Beaverton, OR 4 +0.96%
Happy Valley, OR 3 +1.0%
Tigard, OR 2 +1.0%
Gresham, OR 1 +1.0%
Forest Grove, OR 1 +1.0%
Scappoose, OR 1 +1.0%
Sherwood, OR 1 +1.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $500 in Portland?

Available apartments under $500 916
Top amenities Air Conditioning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Clubhouse
Deals 96
Pet friendly 117
Furnished 1
Studio 27
1 Bedroom 46
2 Bedroom 52
Square footage 105 - 1,623

Where are Portland Apartments Under $500?

Top Neighborhoods Pearl district, Sabin-irvington, Northwest, St. johns, Multnomah
Pearl District 2
Sabin-Irvington 2
Northwest 1
St. Johns 1
Multnomah 1
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