206 Main St
PortlandCT06480
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206 Main St
PortlandCT06480
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$1,100 - $2,200
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWoodrow Wilson Apartments
339 Hunting Hill AveMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,133 - $1,730
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowStoneycrest Tower
352 Newfield StMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,300 - $1,450
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now562 Main St
562 Main StMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,400 - $1,700
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWillowcrest
63 Stoneycrest DrMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,400 - $2,700
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMiddletown at Main
710-712 Main StMiddletown, CT 06457
36 Walnut St
MiddletownCT06457
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$1,450 - $1,700
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowStillman School Apartments
62 Loveland StMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,450 - $1,500
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBirchwood Apartments
400 Washington StMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,475
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$1,475
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$1,475
Highview Apartments
121-131 Butternut StMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,495
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$1,495
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518 High St, Unit 1st FL Rear, Unit 1st FL Rear
518 High StMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,500 - $1,950
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOn Ward Apartments
38 Ward StMiddletown, CT 06457
353 Main St
MiddletownCT06457
17 Broad St
MiddletownCT06457
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$1,559 - $1,893
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSouth Green Apartments
65 Church StMiddletown, CT 06457
11 West St
East HamptonCT06424
652 High St
MiddletownCT06457
63 Maynard St
MiddletownCT06457
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$1,615 - $1,845
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityTheresa A. Rook Retirement Community
501 Rook RdCromwell, CT 06416
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$1,625 - $1,895
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRockwood Manor
35 Grimes RdRocky Hill, CT 06067
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$1,670 - $2,100
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$1,670 - $2,100
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$1,670 - $2,100
Meadoway Gardens
121-122 Rose CirMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,695 - $3,095
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMidd-Town Apartments
138 College StMiddletown, CT 06457
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$1,695 - $1,975
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$1,695 - $1,975
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$1,695 - $1,975
Sprucewood Apartments
101-516 Meyers DrRocky Hill, CT 06067
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$1,700 - $2,000
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRose Gardens Apartments
121 Rose CirMiddletown, CT 06457
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
4 Erin St
4 Erin StMiddletown, CT 06457
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178 Pearl St
178 Pearl StMiddletown, CT 06457
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35 Bretton Rd
35 Bretton RdMiddletown, CT 06457
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1 Bedroom Apartments
41 Bretton Rd
41 Bretton RdMiddletown, CT 06457
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1 Bedroom Apartments
660 High St
660 High StMiddletown, CT 06457
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
144 Pearl St
144 Pearl StMiddletown, CT 06457
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1 Bedroom Apartments
135 Pearl Street
135 Pearl StMiddletown, CT 06457
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1 Bedroom Apartments
33 Bretton Road
33 Bretton RdMiddletown, CT 06457
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150 Pearl St
150 Pearl StMiddletown, CT 06457
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Newfield Towers
220 Newfield StMiddletown, CT 06457
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Stoneycrest Apartments
110 Stoneycrest DrMiddletown, CT 06457
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70 Lake St
70 Lake StMiddletown, CT 06457
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1 Bedroom Apartments
4 S Park Pl
4 S Park PlCromwell, CT 06416
222 E Main St
MeridenCT06450
20 Burgundy Hill Ln
MiddletownCT06457
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2 Bedroom Apartments
9 Erin St
9 Erin StMiddletown, CT 06457
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Saybrook Townhouses
987-1005 Saybrook RdMiddletown, CT 06457
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Studio Apartments
584 Main St
584 Main StMiddletown, CT 06457
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Hillside Gardens
65 Hillside AveMiddletown, CT 06457
52 Atwood St
HartfordCT06105
184 Burgundy Hill Ln
MiddletownCT06457
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2 Bedroom Apartments
148 Pearl St
148 Pearl StMiddletown, CT 06457
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
The Wilcox
305-309 S Main StMiddletown, CT 06457
161 Burgundy Hill Ln
MiddletownCT06457
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80 Hillside Ave
80 Hillside AveMiddletown, CT 06457
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Studio Apartments | $1,717 | $1,100 | $1,995 |
| Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $1,163 | $2,750 |
| Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $1,400 | $3,176 |
| Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,254 | $1,850 | $2,800 |
| Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,365 | $2,295 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Portland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Portland, CT is a Studio unit found at Stoneycrest Tower in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood priced from $1,133. 562 Main St in the Durham East Haddam neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneycrest Tower | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,133 |
| 562 Main St | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Willowcrest | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Woodrow Wilson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Middletown at Main | 594-studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 584 Main St | 584 Main Street | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Hillside Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Birchwood Apartments | 1BD Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| On Ward Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, CT and Nearby
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $1.67 price per square foot 20 Church St Model at 20 Church St, Unit 20 Church St. in the in the Outer Glastonbury Marlborough neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhouse Model at Rose Gardens Apartments starting at $1,700 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Cromwell Middletown 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Church St, Unit 20 Church St. | 20 Church St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Rose Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| Woodbury Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| The Wilcox | 1B/1B Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Woodrow Wilson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Willowcrest | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Rockwood Manor | 35 Grimes Road | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 518 High St, Unit 1st FL Rear | 518 High St | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 562 Main St | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Stoneycrest Tower | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
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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 Stoneycrest Tower listed at $1,133.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portland Apartment is $1,300 at 562 Main St.
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 $1,600 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 $1,600.
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