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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 | $1,441 | $1,099 | $3,000 |
| Portage 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,838 | $1,450 | $2,300 |
| Portage 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,718 | $2,125 | $3,500 |
| Portage 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,850 | $2,550 | $3,450 |
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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 priced from $815. Kilgore Apartments (ANR Kalamazoo LDHA, LLC) 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 (ANR Kalamazoo LDHA, LLC) | LOW INCOME! STUDENTS WELCOME! Kilgore Apartment... | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Goldentree Apartments | 1 Small | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Oakhurst Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
| Candlewyck Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath, West Phase | 1BR,1BA | $912 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage, MI
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portage area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Basement Model at Nu Michigan Ave in the in the Colony Farm neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Portage apartment is the B2PL Model at 611 Regency Way starting at $1,299 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Milwood 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 w/ Basement | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 611 Regency Way | B2PL | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Prinwood Place | B - The Maple | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Pines West Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Denway Circle Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Willow Creek Apartments | The Woodcreek | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Winchell Way Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Candlewyck Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath East Phase | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Briarwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Oakhurst Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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