Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portage, MI from $600 (37 Rentals)

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Spring Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Manor

610 Mall DrPortage, MI 49024
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Crossraods Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crossraods Village

6600 Constitution BlvdPortage, MI 49024
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Austin View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Austin View

1525-1605 Bacon AvePortage, MI 49002
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Lincolnshire Townhouses
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lincolnshire Townhouses

3437 Lincolnshire BlvdKalamazoo, MI 49001
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Apple Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Apple Ridge

2231 Flower StKalamazoo, MI 49001
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KALAMAZOO VILLAGES
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

KALAMAZOO VILLAGES

3840 S Burdick StKalamazoo, MI 49001
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Nottingham Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Nottingham Manor

1615 Nottingham StKalamazoo, MI 49001
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Portage, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Portage Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Portage, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Davis Creek Apartments in the Milwood neighborhood priced from $790. Golden Tree Apartments, A 55+ Community in the Milwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $830. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portage apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Davis Creek Apartments1x1 - Standard1BR,1BA$790
Golden Tree Apartments, A 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$830
Briarwood Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$845
Kilgore ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$850
Oakhurst Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$885
Mallard Cove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$949
Pines West ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Peppertree2 BEDS | 1 BATH2BR,1BA$958
Candlewyck Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath, West Phase1BR,1BA$979
Denway Circle ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage, MI

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portage area is the $1.13 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two-Story Model at Foxwood and The Hermitage in the in the Colony Farm neighborhood starting from $2,263. The second greatest value Portage apartment is the Renovated Two Bed/One Bath 1061sqft Model at Saddle Creek Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Colony Farm 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.
Foxwood and The HermitageThree Bedroom Two-Story3BR,2.5BA$1.13
Saddle Creek ApartmentsRenovated Two Bed/One Bath 1061sqft2BR,1BA$1.34
Waverly FlatzBloomfield2BR,1BA$1.16
Walnut Trail ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Walk-Thru2BR,1.5BA$1.39
Denway Circle ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
6020 Briarcliff Path, Unit C6020 Briarcliff Path2BR,1BA$1.28
Candlewyck Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath, West Phase1BR,1BA$1.36
Pines West ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Briarwood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Oakhurst Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.36

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40 / 100

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54 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portage Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portage?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portage is at Briargate Apartments listed at $805.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portage Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portage Apartment is $790 at Davis Creek Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portage Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portage is starting from $845 at Briarwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Portage Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Portage Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Waverly Flatz and starts from $1,450.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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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.