
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portland, CT from $1,050 (95 Rentals)
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200 Main St

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Brainerd Place

21 Fairview St

71 Freestone Ave

1113 Portland-Cobalt Rd

696 Main St

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Woodrow Wilson Apartments

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Stoneycrest Tower

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Stillman School Apartments
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190 Liberty St

23 Park Pl

209 Pearl St

192 Liberty St

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Woodbury Apartments

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Rose Gardens Apartments

205 Main Street Extension

28 Durant Terrace

60 Lake St

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Wharfside Commons
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34 St Johns St

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Middletown at Main

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On Ward Apartments

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Birchwood Apartments

346 S Main St

542 Main St

20 Erin St

17 Broad St

14 Portland St

152 Grand St, Unit 2E
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73 Stack St

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73 Stack St

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168 College St

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The Wilcox

58 Washington St

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Rockwood Manor

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Theresa A. Rook Retirement Community

80 Prospect St

6 Silver Dr
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Meadoway Gardens

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Willowcrest

59 Park Pl

166 College St

154 Grand St, Unit 2W

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Sprucewood Apartments

23 Portland St, Unit 1

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23 Wall St, Unit Wall st 1st floor

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Midd-Town Apartments

78 Walnut Rd
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Portland Studio Apartments | $1,617 | $1,100 | $1,950 |
| Cheap Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,877 | $1,050 | $2,750 |
| Cheap Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,251 | $1,282 | $3,546 |
| Cheap Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,288 | $1,495 | $3,666 |
| Cheap Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Available Portland Apartments for Rent
 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. Rose Gardens Apartments in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. 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 |
| Rose Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,400 |
| Woodbury Apartments | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR, 1BA | $1,400 |
| Hillside Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,450 |
| Wharfside Commons | 2Bed 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1,494 |
| Birchwood Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| On Ward Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| Hillside Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| Middletown at Main | 594 - Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, CT
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $1.50 price per square foot 23 Wall St Model at 23 Wall St, Unit Wall st 1st floor in the Outer Glastonbury Marlborough neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the 2Bed 2 Bath Model at Wharfside Commons in the East Hampton Portland neighborhood starting at $1,494 with a $1.57 price per square foot. 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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| 23 Wall St, Unit Wall st 1st floor | 23 Wall St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.50 |
| Wharfside Commons | 2Bed 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.57 |
| 168 College St | 168 College St | 3BR, 1BA | $1.79 |
| Willowcrest | Two Bedroom TownHouse | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.80 |
| 73 Stack St | 73 Stack St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.84 |
| 1297 Portland-Cobalt Rd, Unit 3 | 1297 Portland-Cobalt Rd | 1BR, 1BA | $1.17 |
| The Wilcox | 1B/1B Loft | 1BR, 1BA | $1.89 |
| Woodbury Apartments | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR, 1BA | $2.15 |
| Rose Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.15 |
| 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 $1,400 at Stoneycrest Tower.
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 $1,494 at Wharfside Commons.
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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Written by: Robin Stewart
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