Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portland, MI from $300 (23 Rentals)

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Golden Bridge Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Bridge Manor

248 Divine HwyPortland, MI 48875
Senior Living
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Edgemont
1 Bedroom Apartments

Edgemont

240 Charlotte HwyPortland, MI 48875
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Belleview Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Belleview Place

129 Belleview DrIonia, MI 48846
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Delta Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delta Park

526 Dornet DrLansing, MI 48917
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917 Seymour Ave

LansingMI48906
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6301 Frank N Dot Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6301 Frank N Dot Ct

6301 Frank N Dot CtLansing, MI 48917
Corporate Housing

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427 Seymour Ave

LansingMI48933

Portland, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Portland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Portland, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Bardaville Apartments in the Knollwood-Willow neighborhood priced from $675. Carriage House Apartments in the Knollwood-Willow neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bardaville ApartmentsSmall Unit1BR,1BA$675
Carriage House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Countryside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Devonshire on Canal1x11BR,1BA$895
Sandstone Creek ApartmentsOak1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, MI and Nearby

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $1.29 price per square foot Forsythia Model at Fairfax Apartments - Lansing, MI in the in the Delta Township neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at Delta Square Apartments - Lansing, MI starting at $1,170 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Scottsdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairfax Apartments - Lansing, MIForsythia2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Delta Square Apartments - Lansing, MI2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.23
Grandview Manor ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Sandstone Creek ApartmentsMaple2BR,1BA$1.25
Ivan Woods2 Bed 1 Bath ~ 780 Sq.Ft.2BR,1BA$1.25
Emerson ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Carriage House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.97
Colonial ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Devonshire on Canal1x11BR,1BA$1.35
Countryside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Getting Around Portland, MI

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $675 at Bardaville Apartments.

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 $975 at Ivan Woods.

What is the most affordable Portland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Portland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Plumtree Apartments and starts from $1,225.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.