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Portage, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Portage Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Portage, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Port Crossing Apartments in the Garyton neighborhood priced from $1,124. Willow Creek in the Garyton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portage apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Port Crossing ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,124
Willow Creekdanbury1BR,1BA$1,225
Traditions at Burns Harbor Apartment Homes1BR/1B-SH1BR,1BA$1,250
The Promenade at Founders SquareWashington Style F1BR,1BA$1,350
Lake Pointe Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,720

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage, IN

As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portage area is the $1.69 price per square foot Three Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,252 sqft Model at Lake Pointe Apartment Homes in the in the Garyton neighborhood starting from $2,115. The second greatest value Portage apartment is the 5271 Concord Ave Model at 5271 Concord Ave, Unit D starting at $950 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Garyton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portage apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lake Pointe Apartment HomesThree Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,252 sqft3BR,2.5BA$1.69
5271 Concord Ave, Unit D5271 Concord Ave2BR,1BA$1.01
Willow Creekcambridg2BR,1BA$1.72
Traditions at Burns Harbor Apartment Homes1BR/1B-SH1BR,1BA$1.67
The Promenade at Founders SquareWashington Style F1BR,1BA$2.09
Port Crossing ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.84

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Frequently Asked Questions about Portage

What type of rentals are currently available in Portage?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Portage, IN with pricing that ranges from $950 to $2,485. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portage ranging from $1,000 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Portage?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Portage ranges from $1,000 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,679.

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