
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portland, IN from $300 (40 Rentals)
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Portland Place

302 N Meridian St

The Lofts at Roberts

City View Townhomes

The Haven

Applegate

River Landing Apartments
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Flats at West End

PINE GROVE APARTMENTS

Maple Leaf Apartments

Woodlynn Apartments

Arrasmith Building

Woods Edge

6301 W Kilgore Ave

715 E Race St
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Forest Oaks Apartments

OAK TERRACE APARTMENTS

424 Lofts

Colonial Crest Apartments

Fieldcrest Apartments

1910 N Macedonia Ave

503 1/2 Richmond St

HUNTERS OAK APARTMENTS
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The Cedars Apartments

233 1/2 W Washington St

521 W Franklin St

Apple Glen

207 N Columbia St

1015 S Pittenger Rd

The Orchard
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Labor Center Lofts

125 W Chestnut St

110 S Keystone Cir

6406 E Piccadilly Rd

Thomas Jefferson Park

Sugarbush Apartments

Fox Brook Apartments

715 N Main St
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Portland, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Studio Apartments | $725 | $635 | $900 |
| Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $884 | $352 | $1,800 |
| Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,487 | $426 | $10,000+ |
| Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $957 | $305 | $1,750 |
| Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $632 | $449 | $1,713 |
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Cheapest Available Portland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portland, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at The Lofts at Roberts in the School neighborhood priced from $416. The Haven in the Westacres neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $565. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lofts at Roberts | The Liberty | 2BR,1BA | $416 |
| The Haven | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $565 |
| Muncie Varsity House | 3 Bed, 3 Bath Plus | 3BR,3BA | $569 |
| HUNTERS OAK APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
| Flats at West End | Luxury You Can Afford: Renovated 1BR Downtown |... | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| PINE GROVE APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $827 |
| 6301 W Kilgore Ave | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Forest Oaks Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Down) | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 715 E Race St | *Newly Renovated* Premium Style 2-Bedroom Apart... | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| 424 Lofts | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, IN and Nearby
As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $0.37 price per square foot 4BD/4BA Unfurnished Premium Model at University Village in the in the Westacres neighborhood starting from $489. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the Pulse 7616 Model at Freedom Acres MHC starting at $1,139 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Westacres 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village | 4BD/4BA Unfurnished Premium | 4BR,4BA | $0.37 |
| Freedom Acres MHC | Pulse 7616 | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| PINE GROVE APARTMENTS | 3 BED 2 BATH | 3BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Cardinal Creek Crossing Apartments | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The Lofts at Roberts | The Liberty | 2BR,1BA | $0.42 |
| HUNTERS OAK APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Apple Glen | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Muncie Varsity House | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| Silvertree Communities | Silvertree 2bd | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| *Newly Renovated* Premium Style 2-4 BD Apartment Home | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portland Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portland Apartment is $690 at Flats at West End.
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 $416 at The Lofts at Roberts.
What is the most affordable Portland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Muncie Varsity House and starts from $569.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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