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Autumnwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumnwood Apartments

117 Jerry StPortland, TN 37148
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The Mill at White House
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$1,301 - $2,085
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$1,265 - $2,049
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The Mill at White House

118 Hwy 76White House, TN 37188
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Bexley Parkstone
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$1,329 - $2,078
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$1,309 - $2,058
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$1,329 - $2,078
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Bexley Parkstone

270 Douglas Bend RdGallatin, TN 37066
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Sage North
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$1,364 - $1,984
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$1,279 - $1,899
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Sage North

344 Madeline WayWhite House, TN 37188
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101 Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

101 Building

101 S Main StFranklin, KY 42134
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Littlestone Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Littlestone Apartments

1008 Village Green XingGallatin, TN 37066
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Portland, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Portland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Portland, TN is a Studio unit found at Stratford Apartments in the Cambridge Farms neighborhood priced from $930. Washington Square in the Magnolia Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stratford ApartmentsCozy Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$930
Washington Square1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
The Pads at W. Madison2 BR LVL 22BR,2BA$1,125
Portland Courtyard2 Bedroom - Income Restrictions2BR,2BA$1,150
The Standard at White House ApartmentsOne Bedroom | One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,150
Chapel Ridge of GallatinOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,204
Littlestone ApartmentsThe Wesmoore1BR,1BA$1,215
Wellington Farms1 Bedroom Residential1BR,1BA$1,239
Field Haven Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,265
Brookhaven ApartmentsTwo Bedroom | One and a Half Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, TN and Nearby

As of April 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $0.85 price per square foot Townhome 4BR Model at Blackberry Ridge Townhomes in the starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Sumner Pointe starting at $1,374 with a $1.11 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.
Blackberry Ridge TownhomesTownhome 4BR4BR,2.5BA$0.85
Sumner Pointe2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.11
August OaksC1 Townhome Upgraded3BR,2.5BA$1.25
Vintage Foxland ApartmentsB2-Hudson2BR,2BA$1.39
MAA Kennesaw FarmsThe Iroquis2BR,2BA$1.36
Creekside at Deer CrossingsThe Willow1BR,1BA$1.33
Field Haven ApartmentsFH - 2/2 1st floor (W/D Included)2BR,2BA$1.29
Brookhaven ApartmentsTwo Bedroom | One and a Half Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.27
The Flats at Wilkinson2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.35
The Pads at W. Madison2 BR LVL 12BR,2BA$1.24

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

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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 $999 at Washington Square.

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 $1,125 at The Pads at W. Madison.

What is the most affordable Portland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Portland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Portland Courtyard and starts from $1,459.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.