
Cheap Homes for Rent in Portland, MI from $800 (12 Rentals)
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1016 N Capitol Ave

917 Seymour Ave
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754 Cawood St

1023 N Walnut St

319 W Saginaw St

109 W Maple St

801 N Capitol Ave

316 W Saginaw St
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717 N Sycamore St

607 Seymour Ave

323 W Saginaw St
Portland, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Portland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Portland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,050 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Portland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,538 | $1,100 | $3,000 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bardaville Apartments | Small Unit | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Carriage House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Countryside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Sandstone Creek Apartments | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Park Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, MI and Nearby
As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $0.83 price per square foot The Oak Model at 6301 Frank N Dot Ct in the in the Delta Township neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the Garden level Model at Tammany on the Ponds Apartments starting at $995 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Delta Township 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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6301 Frank N Dot Ct | The Oak | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
Tammany on the Ponds Apartments | Garden level | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Portland School | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Plumtree Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Grandview Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Sandstone Creek Apartments | Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Delta Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Emerson Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Carriage House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Countryside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Portland
What type of rentals are currently available in Portland?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Portland, MI with pricing that ranges from $675 to $3,099. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portland ranging from $800 to $99,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Portland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Portland ranges from $800 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $4,497.
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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