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228 Langdon St

1106 White St.

203 South Ave

1021 Walbridge Ave

1110 Harding Dr
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1233 Halstead St

1033 Atlantic Ave

461 W Lytle St

915 Woodstock Ave

581 Colima Dr

948 White St.
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Portage, OH 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 | $1,100 | $725 | $1,645 |
| Portage 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,458 | $950 | $2,650 |
| Portage 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,845 | $1,845 | $1,845 |
| Portage 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,516 | $1,800 | $3,000 |
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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. Quail Meadow Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $726. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portage apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| James- Marie Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| Quail Meadow Senior Living | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $726 |
| Lamplight Court Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Bowling Green Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Perry Lake Village | 1 Bed-Standard | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage, OH and Nearby
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portage area is the $1.40 price per square foot Forestwood Model at Redwood Perrysburg Fort Meigs Road in the in the Perrysburg neighborhood starting from $1,806. The second greatest value Portage apartment is the The Fountain Spring Model at The Residences At Carronade starting at $1,708 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Perrysburg 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Perrysburg Fort Meigs Road | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Residences At Carronade | The Fountain Spring | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Waterstone Landing | The Waterfront | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| The Villas at Green Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Quail Meadow Senior Living | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Bowling Green Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Perry Lake Village | 1 Bed-Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Summit Terrace | Freddie | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Lamplight Court Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| James- Marie Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Portage?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Portage, OH with pricing that ranges from $615 to $2,995. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portage ranging from $725 to $3,000.
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 $725 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,729.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.