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Portage, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Portage, IN

Pricing Updated: 07/28/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Portage, IN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Portage Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Crisman$2,345$79825
Garyton$2,382$79827

Cheapest Available Portage Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Portage, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Willow Creek in the Garyton neighborhood priced from $1,200. Lake Pointe Apartment Homes in the Garyton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,290. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portage apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Willow Creekprestwic2BR,1BA$1,200
Lake Pointe Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,290
Port Crossing ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,299
The Promenade at Founders SquareWashington Style F1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage, IN

As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portage area is the $1.49 price per square foot Two Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Lake Pointe Apartment Homes in the in the Garyton neighborhood starting from $1,915. The second greatest value Portage apartment is the notting Model at Willow Creek starting at $1,605 with a $1.60 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 HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.49
Willow Creeknotting2BR,1.5BA$1.60
2218 Gina St, Unit C2218 Gina St2BR,1BA$1.46
The Promenade at Founders SquareWashington Style F1BR,1BA$2.09
Port Crossing ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.12

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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 $798 to $3,070. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portage ranging from $850 to $7,400.

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 $850 to $7,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,484.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.