
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Portland, PA from $1,200 (44 Rentals)
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Lincoln Commons

190 US-46

The Willows at Greenwich

General Lafayette Apartments

Park Hill Apartments

Ravenscroft Apartments

Nevin Park
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Spring Garden Apartments

Washington Heights, LLC

Brakeley Gardens

Lafayette Hills

Washington Court

Fourth and Spring

Glenbrook East

Watergap Village Apartments
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Mansfield Village

Village Arms Apartments

Alexandria at Mansfield Apartments

The Pinnacle at Swiftwater

Sullivan Parke

Towpath Village

3512 Pocono Park Dr

10 E Washington Ave
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520 Post Hill Rd

Corliss Apartments

Railroad Manor

314-318 Main St

200 N 11th St

264 Acres Rd

187 NJ-94

131 4th St
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4 Henshaw Ct

404 Woodcliff Ave

118-120 Northampton St

428 Northampton

Riverview Apartments

Southgate Apartments

6024 Front St

263 Acres Rd
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915 Sarah St

198 Morris St

HH Bangor Block

75 S Main St
Portland, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Studio Apartments | $1,352 | $1,200 | $1,612 |
| Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $1,300 | $3,100 |
| Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,270 | $1,224 | $3,775 |
| Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,521 | $2,177 | $2,625 |
| Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,795 | $2,795 | $2,795 |
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Cheapest Available Portland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portland, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ravenscroft Apartments in the College Hill neighborhood priced from $1,300. Nevin Park in the College Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenscroft Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Nevin Park | 1 Bedroom Jr Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Washington Heights, LLC | 0B-1B | Studio,1BA | $1,430 |
| Lafayette Towers | Lehigh | 1BR,1BA | $1,476 |
| Park Hill Apartments | 1 Br/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,484 |
| Brakeley Gardens | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
| Lafayette Hills | Summer Special! 1/2 Off Second Month's Rent! Be... | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Washington Court | Palmer | Studio,1BA | $1,507 |
| General Lafayette Apartments | 2x2 1036 | 2BR,2BA | $1,604 |
| Mansfield Village | $2.11/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, PA and Nearby
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $1.62 price per square foot Townhome Model at Laurel Hills Townhomes in the in the College Hill neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the Concord Model at Cedar Park Community starting at $2,323 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the South Side 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Hills Townhomes | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Cedar Park Community | Concord | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Dream Lehigh Valley | A5L | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| General Lafayette Apartments | 2x2 1036 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Orchard Street Apartments | 2BR/1BA Patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Mt. Nebo Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1st Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Swiftwater Apartments | 2 Bedroom First Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Lafayette Towers | Lehigh | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Mansfield Village | $2.11/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Ravenscroft Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portland is at Washington Heights, LLC listed at $1,430.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portland Apartment is $1,300 at Ravenscroft 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 $1,600 at Ravenscroft Apartments.
What is the most affordable Portland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Laurel Hills Townhomes and starts from $2,500.
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