
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portage County, WI from $490 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Portage County.


The Oaks on Maria

Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+)

Berkshire at The Grove

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Portage County, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portage County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portage County Studio Apartments | $1,162 | $965 | $1,450 |
| Portage County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $490 | $1,527 |
| Portage County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $624 | $2,295 |
| Portage County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $679 | $1,755 |
| Portage County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $807 | $555 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Portage County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portage County, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oaks on Maria priced from $520. Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $533. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portage County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks on Maria | 1 Bedroom (B1) | 1BR, 1BA | $520 |
| Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+) | One-Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $533 |
| Berkshire at The Grove | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $731 |
| Bush Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $849 |
| IW-West | Pine 1 | 1BR, 1BA | $865 |
| Michigan Terrace (St. Pt.) | 3 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 3BR, 1BA | $899 |
| Countryside Apartment Homes | 2x1 850sf | 2BR, 1BA | $919 |
| Wilson Meadows | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Prentice Arms | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 2BR, 1BA | $959 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage County, WI
As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portage County area is the $0.25 price per square foot 5BD 2.5BA Model at The Doolittle starting from $450. The second greatest value Portage County apartment is the 1556 Pine St Model at 1556 Pine St, Unit 1 starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portage County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Doolittle | 5BD 2.5BA | 5BR, 2.5BA | $0.25 |
| 1556 Pine St, Unit 1 | 1556 Pine St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.12 |
| Sunset Terrace | 15131 | 3BR, 1.5BA | $0.92 |
| Forest View Apartments | 3BR/ 1.5BA | 3BR, 1.5BA | $0.85 |
| 270 Shannon Ct, Unit #2 | 270 Shannon Ct | 3BR, 1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Prentice Arms | 2 Bed 1 Bath Lower Patio | 2BR, 1BA | $1.02 |
| Hickory Drive & Pinecrest Community | Senior 55+ 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.11 |
| Allyson Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom A/B Building Upper | 2BR, 1BA | $1.11 |
| Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+) | One-Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.64 |
| 1531 College Ave, Unit Upper | 1531 College Ave | 1BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portage County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Portage County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Portage County is under $959.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portage County?
The cheapest apartment in Portage County is The Oaks on Maria which is listed at $520, while the average apartment in Portage County costs $1,210.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Portage County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 23 regular apartments in Portage County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Portage County?
Cheap apartments in Portage County have an average cost of $757 which is $453 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portage County.
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