
Cheap Homes for Rent in Portage, MI from $700 (12 Rentals)
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3309 St Joseph St, Unit APT C

2839 S Burdick St

934 S Park St

742 W Kilgore Rd, Unit 305
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2832 S Burdick St

1424 Portage Street

1120 Oak St

3324 S Rose St

3732 Madison St

4475 W Milham Ave
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5816 Vermont Ave
Portage, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Portage?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Portage 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,206 | $950 | $1,500 |
Portage 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,614 | $999 | $2,300 |
Portage 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,578 | $2,100 | $3,150 |
Portage 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,441 | $2,250 | $2,825 |
Portage 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,509 | $1,750 | $3,425 |
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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 $790. Waverly Flatz in the Milwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portage apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Davis Creek Apartments | 1x1 - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
Waverly Flatz | Lakeview | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Golden Tree Apartments, A 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
Briarwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Walnut Trail Apartments | One Bedroom - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage, MI
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portage area is the $1.33 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Denway Circle Apartments in the in the Milwood neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Portage apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 6063 Briarcliff Path starting at $1,095 with a $1.26 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. |
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Denway Circle Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
6063 Briarcliff Path | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
611 Regency Way | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Waverly Flatz | Arcadia | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Emerald Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Candlewyck Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath, West Phase | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Pines West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Briarwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Chestnut Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Oakhurst Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Portage
What type of rentals are currently available in Portage?
There are currently 116 Apartments for Rent in Portage, MI with pricing that ranges from $700 to $5,223. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portage ranging from $750 to $3,425.
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 $3,425 with an average monthly rent of $1,764.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Portage?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Portage range from $1,405 to $5,223, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $999 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,640.
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