
Cheap Homes for Rent in Portage, OH from $500 (12 Rentals)
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1303 Western Ave

106 Taft Blvd

2580 Broadway St

226 Langdon St
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1310 Almon Ave

837 Colburn St

17522 S Pansy Ln

3330 Arlington Ave
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1020 Liberty St

208 Eldred Ave

802 Wright Ave
Portage, OH 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 | $953 | $750 | $1,695 |
Portage 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,569 | $950 | $2,900 |
Portage 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,337 | $1,250 | $3,500 |
Portage 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Portage Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portage, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at James- Marie Court priced from $615. Bowling Green Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. 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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James- Marie Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
Bowling Green Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
Perry Lake Village | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Waterstone Landing | The Islander | 2BR,2BA | $1,312 |
The Residences At Carronade | The Waterfall 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1,454 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage, OH and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portage area is the $1.41 price per square foot Trellis with Loft Model at Preston Gardens in the starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Portage apartment is the Twinplex Villa With Sunroom Model at Summerfield Villas starting at $2,197 with a $1.60 price per square foot . 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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Preston Gardens | Trellis with Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
Summerfield Villas | Twinplex Villa With Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
The Colony at Waterville Landing | 2 Bedroom Villa | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
The Residences At Carronade | The Fountain Spring 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Redwood Perrysburg Fort Meigs Road | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Redwood Perrysburg Woodmont Drive | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Fountain Point Villas | Twinplex Villa Without Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Rivers Edge Villas | Multi-Family Villa - Interior | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Bowling Green Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
James- Marie Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Portage
What type of rentals are currently available in Portage?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Portage, OH with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,995. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portage ranging from $575 to $4,500.
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 $575 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,993.
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