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Cheapest Available Portland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Portland, NY is a 3 Beds unit found at Park Place Student Housing priced from $549. University Gate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $665. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Place Student Housing3x13BR,1BA$549
University Gate4 Bed Upgraded4BR,2BA$665
Willow Commons Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$737
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Wellman BuildingStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, NY and Nearby

As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $0.78 price per square foot The Nittany Model at Hudson Lofts in the starting from $1,070. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Brookwood Village starting at $1,360 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the South East Hills 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.
Hudson LoftsThe Nittany4BR,4BA$0.78
Brookwood Village2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.09
University Gate4 Bed Upgraded4BR,2BA$0.58
Arneman Place2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Ellicott Oaks Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.91
Willow Commons Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.82
5365 Van Buren Bay Ct5365 Van Buren Bay Ct1BR,1BA$1.06
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$1.38
Wellman BuildingStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.00
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about Portland

What type of rentals are currently available in Portland?

There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Portland, NY with pricing that ranges from $549 to $3,259. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portland ranging from $600 to $6,950.

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 $600 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,657.

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 $549 to $2,289, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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