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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
Sandstone Creek ApartmentsPine1BR,1BA$875
Plumtree ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$890
Avalon PlacePINERIDGE1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, MI and Nearby

As of June 05, 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 Two Bedroom Model at Portland School starting at $1,021 with a $1.12 price per square foot . 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.
6301 Frank N Dot CtThe Oak2BR,1.5BA$0.83
Portland SchoolTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Grandview Manor ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Sandstone Creek ApartmentsMaple2BR,1BA$1.25
Delta Park2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.20
Fairfax Apartments - Lansing, MIFoxtail1BR,1BA$1.46
Delta Square Apartments - Lansing, MI1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Carriage House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.97
DeGroff ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.43
Plumtree ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Portland

What type of rentals are currently available in Portland?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Portland, MI with pricing that ranges from $675 to $3,352. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portland ranging from $750 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 $750 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $4,153.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Portland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Portland range from $1,395 to $2,808, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $1,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,685.

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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