
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portage, PA from $400 (40 Rentals)
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131-135 Munster Rd

1001 Caldwell Ave

1003 Caldwell Ave

Vista by Summit Collective

The Penn Quarters-Old Town

Sunbrook Manor

Haven by Summit Collective
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Greensburg Collection Apartments

Logan Hills Apartments

Bloomfield Apartments

Ember by Summit Collective

The Penn Quarters - The Bricks

Toll House Apartments

Mountain View

Russell Building
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Hopper Commons

42 Hazel St

280 Garfield St

R2617 Bedford St

Crossroads Meadow

Latrobe Apartments

Hickory Meadow

Blue Ridge Efficiency Apartments
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1452-1454 Franklin St

337 Decker Ave

906 Lemon St

525 Vickroy Ave

Mount Union Senior Lofts

111 Broad St

13 1st St

722 E Oakmont Blvd
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1102 17th Ave

645 Coleman Ave

631 Coleman Ave

2901 Maple Ave

216 Leon St

125 Boyer St

746 Park Ave

744 Highland Ave
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Portage, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portage?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portage Studio Apartments | $591 | $530 | $700 |
| Portage 1 Bedroom Apartments | $934 | $600 | $1,700 |
| Portage 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,056 | $540 | $3,300 |
| Portage 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $750 | $1,918 |
| Portage 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $400 | $1,559 |
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Cheapest Available Portage Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portage, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at Vista by Summit Collective priced from $400. Haven by Summit Collective has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $540. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portage apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista by Summit Collective | 4BR/4BA | 4BR,4BA | $400 |
| Haven by Summit Collective | Aspen - 2/2 SINGLE ROOM LEASE | 2BR,2BA | $540 |
| Ember by Summit Collective | Maple on Philly - 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Toll House Apartments | Junior | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Mountain View | Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| Russell Building | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Hopper Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $804 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Luxor Gardens Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage, PA and Nearby
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portage area is the $0.79 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished Model at State College Collective on Northbrook in the starting from $1,030. The second greatest value Portage apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living starting at $994 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Downtown Altoona 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| State College Collective on Northbrook | 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.79 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 218 Walnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Altoona Student Housing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Crossroads Meadow | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Hopper Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Russell Building | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Mountain View | Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| JP Seven LLC Professionally Managed by India | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portage Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portage Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portage Apartment is $765 at Vista by Summit Collective.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portage Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portage is starting from $540 at Haven by Summit Collective.
What is the most affordable Portage Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portage Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Woods Townhomes and starts from $980.
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