
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Porter, IN from $700 (47 Rentals)
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Avery Glen Apartments
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Duneland Village

Park Shore Commons

Uptown East

Haven Hobart

Port Crossing Apartments

Andover Park

Chandana Pointe Apartments

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119 Scarborough Ct

Williamsburg Valparaiso

The Promenade at Founders Square

The Linc Valpo

The Enclave

127 Abbey Ln

807 Wood St

Swanson Court Apartments

660 N Hobart Rd
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1101 Manhattan St

1022 South 19th Street

Wabash Apartments

610 Wabash Ave

212 Hendricks St

Porter Ridge Apartments

422 Hoyt St

6248 Kathryn Ct

2453 Prospect St
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Aspen Pines

105 River Ave

4408 E 7th Ave

1201 Manhattan St

1216 Kentucky St

Windridge Village Apartments

1118 Benton St

5372-5372 Plaza Ave

109 Columbia St
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526 Fir St

3813 E 13th Ave
Porter, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Porter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porter Studio Apartments | $1,028 | $897 | $1,251 |
| Porter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $837 | $1,829 |
| Porter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $1,027 | $2,628 |
| Porter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,028 | $1,194 | $3,352 |
| Porter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Porter Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Porter, IN is a Studio unit found at La Vue Lake Apartments in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood priced from $897. Arbor Glen Apartments in the Brinkmans neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $937. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Porter apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Vue Lake Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | 1Bed-1br 790 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $937 |
| Village West Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| State Place Apartment Homes | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Willow Creek | danbury | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Duneland Village | 2 Bdrm Townhome, 960 SqFt, Tax Credit, 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,089 |
| Park Shore Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| Viewpointe Apartment Homes | G- 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1,134 |
| Uptown East | 1X1 S | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Deer Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Porter, IN and Nearby
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Porter area is the $1.12 price per square foot 518 S Calumet Rd Model at 518 S Calumet Rd in the starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Porter apartment is the G Model at Cherry Hill Apartment Homes starting at $1,475 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Garyton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Porter apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 518 S Calumet Rd | 518 S Calumet Rd | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Cherry Hill Apartment Homes | G | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| The Enclave | The Indigo | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Haven Hobart | D1p - Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Covington Square | 3bedth | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| The Fields of New Durham Apartment Homes | 2B Pond | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Deer Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Chandana Pointe Apartments | The Tuscany | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Viewpointe Apartment Homes | J-2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Willow Creek | danbury | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Porter Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Porter Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Porter Apartment is $995 at Village West Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Porter Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Porter is starting from $1,134 at Viewpointe Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Porter Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Porter Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cherry Hill Apartment Homes and starts from $1,388.
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