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61 Russett Ln

251 Court St

749 S Main St

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228 Pearl St, Unit 1N 226 228 Pearl St

Meadoway Gardens
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Portland, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Portland Studio Apartments | $1,709 | $1,100 | $1,995 |
Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,159 | $1,319 | $2,718 |
Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $1,495 | $3,120 |
Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,721 | $1,500 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Portland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portland, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadoway Gardens in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood priced from $1,400. The Wilcox in the East Hampton Portland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portland apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Meadoway Gardens | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
The Wilcox | 1B/1B Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
On Ward Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Rockwood Manor | 35 Grimes Road | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
South Green Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,559 |
710-712 Main St | 542-1br | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Sprucewood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,2BA | $1,695 |
484 Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, CT and Nearby
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $2.04 price per square foot Stratton Model at Forest Park in the in the Outer Glastonbury Marlborough neighborhood starting from $1,955. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the 11 Broad St Model at 11 Broad St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $1,675 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the East Hampton Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portland apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Forest Park | Stratton | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
11 Broad St, Unit 1st Floor | 11 Broad St | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
173 Butternut St, Unit 173 Butternut Street #2 | 173 Butternut St | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
The Wilcox | 1B/1B Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
Highview Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
228 Pearl St, Unit 1N 226 228 Pearl St | 228 Pearl St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Sprucewood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,2BA | $2.19 |
484 Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Rockwood Manor | 35 Grimes Road | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Meadoway Gardens | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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Getting Around Portland, CT
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portland is at Brainerd Place listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portland Apartment is $1,400 at Meadoway Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portland is starting from $1,550 at The Wilcox.
What is the most affordable Portland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Wilcox and starts from $2,100.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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