Oregon City, OR 92 Cheap Apartments for Rent

If, unlike some of us (ahem), you made it all the way through an entire game of Oregon Trail without contacting cholera or losing your food while forging the river, you know that a new life in Oregon City was the prize awaiting you. And what a life it is! The first incorporated city west of the Rockies, Oregon City today is about 13 miles from Portland and home to over 32,000 prospering residents who have traded in wagons for pretty sweet apartments in a great setting. Want to claim your piece of this northwest frontier? Let our guide and listings map out your new life and apartment rental in Oregon City. View Oregon City Guide

Finding cheap apartments in Oregon City takes some ingenuity and effort, as well as quick action. Before you head out on your search, bring along pay stubs, bank statements, letters of recommendations from landlords or employers, and identification. The more proactive you are about your search, the easier it will be to score a deal.

Look for cheap apartments in Oregon City by regularly scouring listings and looking during slower renting seasons, like winter. You can still find a deal if you move during the summer months when apartment hunting is more competitive.

You may be able to find cheap apartments in Oregon City in neighborhoods that are located away from attractions, restaurants, and entertainment. You may need to look farther out than you would prefer, but access to highways or public transportation can get you into the heart of Oregon City.

The building you choose can also make a difference in finding a cheap apartment in Oregon City. Older buildings that need some updating are more likely to have better deals. Walk-up apartments without elevators, on-street parking and few amenities like on-site fitness centers can also signal affordable rents in Oregon City.