Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portage County, WI from $400 (50 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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900 3rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

900 3rd St

900 3rd StStevens Point, WI 54481
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Parkview Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Apartments

1901 Texas AveStevens Point, WI 54481
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Hometown Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hometown Apartments

2809 Frontenac AveStevens Point, WI 54481
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Edgewater Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewater Manor

1450 Water StStevens Point, WI 54481
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Autumn Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Ridge

301 Lindbergh AveStevens Point, WI 54481
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Plover Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plover Apartments

2830-2850 Plover Springs RdPlover, WI 54467
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Sonstra Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sonstra Apartments

2700 5th AveStevens Point, WI 54481
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Rustic Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rustic Manor

396 W Grand AveRosholt, WI 54473
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Fourth Avenue Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fourth Avenue Apartments

1601-1609 4th AveStevens Point, WI 54481
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Hillside Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Manor

386 Wilson StAmherst, WI 54406
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2831 Chestnut Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2831 Chestnut Dr

2831 Chestnut DrPlover, WI 54467
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Concord Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Concord Apartments

3309 Bush StStevens Point, WI 54481
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Oxford Point Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oxford Point Apartments

740 Vincent CtStevens Point, WI 54481
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Pineview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pineview Apartments

632 2nd St NStevens Point, WI 54481
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Northpoint Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Northpoint Apartments

1216 Northpoint DrStevens Point, WI 54481
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Regency Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Manor

808 Whiting AveStevens Point, WI 54481
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Washington Square
2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Square

2710-2740 Washington AvePlover, WI 54467
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Bush Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bush Court

2517 Bush CtStevens Point, WI 54481
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Golden Sands
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Sands

2941-2951 Bea Jay LnPlover, WI 54467

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Maplewood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maplewood Apartments

2740 Maple DrPlover, WI 54467
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Water Point
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Water Point

2808 Frontenac AveStevens Point, WI 54481
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Stevens House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stevens House

1650 Clark StStevens Point, WI 54481
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IW-West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

IW-West

2601 Indiana AveStevens Point, WI 54481
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Wilson Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wilson Meadows

3335 Wilson AvePlover, WI 54467
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Castle Point
2 Bedroom Apartments

Castle Point

3440 Evergreen DrPlover, WI 54467
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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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 Berkshire at The Grove priced from $731. North Side Yard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portage County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Berkshire at The Grove1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$731
North Side YardS1 - StudioStudio,1BA$895
Prentice Arms2 Bed 1 Bath Upper Corner2BR,1BA$919
Countryside Apartment Homes2x1 w/dishwasher2BR,1BA$959
Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+)Two Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$961
The Grove TownHomes3 BD Town Home3BR,2BA$1,035
bantr Stevens PointUnfurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,099
Lake Park Apartments1 Bed - 1 Bath - Signature1BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage County, WI

As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portage County area is the $1.20 price per square foot 5BD 2.5BA Model at The Doolittle in the starting from $2,165. The second greatest value Portage County apartment is the 3 BD Town Home Model at The Grove TownHomes starting at $1,035 with a $0.70 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Portage County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Doolittle5BD 2.5BA5BR,2.5BA$1.20
The Grove TownHomes3 BD Town Home3BR,2BA$0.70
Willow Estates Apartment CommunityWillow 3 BR 2 B Lower3BR,2BA$1.16
PINE HAVEN2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom Lower2BR,1BA$1.08
Countryside Apartment Homes3x2 1 car garage3BR,2BA$1.22
Berkshire at The Grove2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+)Two Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.93
Prentice Arms2 Bed 1 Bath Upper Corner2BR,1BA$0.97
805 Prentice St, Unit 201805 Prentice St2BR,1BA$1.23
601 Meadow St, Unit #1601 Meadow St2BR,1BA$1.38

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 $1,125.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portage County?

The cheapest apartment in Portage County is Berkshire at The Grove which is listed at $731, while the average apartment in Portage County costs $5,362.

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 4 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 $349 which is $5,013 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portage County.

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