
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portal, ND from $300 (43 Rentals)
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Williston Estates

Park Place North

Westridge Apartments

Tioga Apartments

Timber Cove Apartments

Olson Apartments

Badlands Apartments II
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University Commons

Bluffs of Williston

Dakota Point Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments

The Reserve at Elk Crossing

The Reserve at Bison Crossing

Washington Valley

Northern Plains Apartments
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Fair Hills Apartments

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North Gate Apartments

The Wyatt at Northern Lights

Tioga Townhomes

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Country Meadows Apartment Homes
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Northdale 2820

Prairie Heights

Fox Run

Stonebridge Villas

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The Birches Townhomes

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1324 3rd St NE

510 33rd Ave NW

506 33rd Ave NW

1216 6th Ave NE

416 2nd Ave NE

Tioga Square

Regency Apartment Homes

913 3rd St SE
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409 24th Ave NW

Stanley Point

1224 6th Ave NE
Portal, ND Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portal Studio Apartments | $819 | $675 | $1,020 |
| Portal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $725 | $1,700 |
| Portal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $750 | $2,152 |
| Portal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $350 | $2,548 |
| Portal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,200 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Portal Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portal, ND is a 3 Beds unit found at Williston Living priced from $350. Williston Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williston Living | Elm Estates Mobile Homes | 3BR,2BA | $350 |
| Williston Estates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Park Place North | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Westridge Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Olson Apartments | 2 Bed /2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| Dakota Point Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $975 |
| The Reserve at Elk Crossing | Tule | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| University Commons | Ohio | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Badlands Apartments II | Studio Located at Badlands Apartments - Income ... | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| The Reserve at Bison Crossing | Western | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portal, ND and Nearby
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portal area is the $1.13 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Duplex Model at Stanley Town Homes in the starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Portal apartment is the FM Parkway Lots Model at Williston Living starting at $750 with a $0.67 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Portal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Town Homes | 4 Bedroom Duplex | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.13 |
| Williston Living | FM Parkway Lots | Studio , | $0.67 |
| Tioga Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Dakota Point Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Timber Cove Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Tioga Apartments | C | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Olson Apartments | 2 Bed /2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Westridge Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Fair Hills Apartments | Pikes | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Reserve at Bison Crossing | Western | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portal Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portal?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portal is at Williston Estates listed at $675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portal Apartment is $725 at Williston Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portal is starting from $750 at Park Place North.
What is the most affordable Portal Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Williston Living and starts from $350.
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