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720 S Park St

707 McCourtie St

1315 Mills St

3522 Kenbrooke Ct

1104 Washington Ave
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4130 Bishop Ave

444 Garland St

2715 S Burdick St

6125 Briarcliff Ln

5429 Brownies Ct

3639 Kenbrooke Ct
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Furnished Studio-Kalamazoo - West

3931 N Deadwood Dr

1420 W Michigan Ave

3938 King Edwards Ct

628 Whites Rd, Unit 4

135 E Maple St
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1807 Krom St

214 Burnham Dr
Portage, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Portage?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portage 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,172 | $875 | $1,475 |
| Portage 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,971 | $1,200 | $3,300 |
| Portage 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,789 | $1,000 | $6,250 |
| Portage 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,150 | $1,800 | $2,500 |
| Portage 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,400 | $2,600 |
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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 $815. Kilgore Apartments in the Milwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portage apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis Creek Apartments | 1x1 - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Kilgore Apartments | Studio | One Bath | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Goldentree Apartments | 1 Small | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Oakhurst Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
| Briargate Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage, MI
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portage area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Nu Michigan Ave in the in the Colony Farm neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Portage apartment is the 2001 Waite Ave Model at 2001 Waite Ave, Unit #2 starting at $1,650 with a $1.32 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nu Michigan Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 2001 Waite Ave, Unit #2 | 2001 Waite Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The View Apartments and Townhomes | Renovated 2-Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| KALAMAZOO VILLAGES | Three Bed Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Forest Hills Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Candlewyck Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath, West Phase | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Pines West Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Denway Circle Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Chestnut Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Oakhurst Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Portage?
There are currently 117 Apartments for Rent in Portage, MI with pricing that ranges from $705 to $5,852. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portage ranging from $750 to $6,250.
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 $750 to $6,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,638.
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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