Apartments For Rent in Portage, MI
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Portage, MI 49002
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,199 - $2,559/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsFoxwood and The Hermitage | 4805 Fox Valley Dr #4757-1A,
Portage, MI 49024
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Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$908 - $1,200/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathSpring Manor Apartments Senior Living 62+ | 610 Mall Dr #614ab2a1f,
Portage, MI 49024
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,820 - $1,925/mo2 Beds2 BathsPinefield Condominiums | 6219 Silver Fir St #6363LP,
Portage, MI 49024
NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,129 - $2,054/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe View Apartments and Townhomes | 6195 Village Green Cir #622609,
Portage, MI 49024
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,223 - $1,921/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsThe Vista Apartments and Townhomes | 6095 Annas Ln #6036CD,
Portage, MI 49024
PET FRIENDLYTotal price$979 - $1,079/mo1-2 Beds1 BathMallard Cove Apartments | 2185 Albatross Ct #b475c60b5,
Portage, MI 49024
APPLY INSTANTLY$895 - $1,095/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCrossroads Village 55+ Community | 6600 Constitution Blvd #612,
Portage, MI 49024
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NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$960 - $1,170/mo1-2 bd1 baBriarwood Apartments | 7640 Whispering Brook Dr #7655A5,
Portage, MI 49024
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What Locals Say about Portage
Review Highlights
Portage, MI balances calm suburb living with parks, lakes, walkable paths, and quick drives. People like safe, friendly streets, strong schools, trails and lakes, and easy access to shops. They dislike high taxes, poor water, spotty services, fireworks, roadwork, and little transit.
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Types of apartment in Portage, MI
Portage, MI apartments are usually low-rise garden style buildings, townhouse-style apartments, and condo rentals with brick, vinyl, or beige siding. Many sit back from the road with large parking lots, shared lawns, and simple entryways instead of street-facing doors. In the north end near Milham Park and Westnedge Avenue, apartments often sit close to retail and older office areas, so buildings can look a bit older and have smaller layouts. Around Portage Road and near the Kalamazoo line, you can also find duplexes and ranch houses for rent with attached garages, broad front yards, and plain mid-century exteriors.Farther south near Centre Avenue, Austin Lake, and Romence Road, many apartments are in newer complexes with pitched roofs, private balconies, and larger bedroom counts. Some have in-unit laundry, while older apartments often use shared laundry rooms and exterior hall entries. Near Crossroads Mall and Shaver Road, rentals can mix busy commercial roads with tucked-back apartment streets, so access can be easy but road noise might carry. Houses for rent across Portage often follow ranch, split-level, and two-story suburban styles, with practical layouts and more storage than many apartments.
Getting around Portage, MI
Metro Transit, the local bus service, connects Portage with Kalamazoo along roads like Westnedge, Portage Road, and Centre. Driving is the main way renters get around, and parking is common at apartments and shopping areas near Crossroads Mall. Walking can work better near Westnedge Avenue and the mall area than in the south end. Biking is possible on some trails and side roads, including links near Celery Flats and Milham Park.Living in Portage, MI
Portage is known for parks, lakes, and easy access to stores and offices. Rent here often puts you near Celery Flats, the Portage Creek Bicentennial Trail, and shopping by Crossroads Mall. Many apartments are close to jobs in healthcare, manufacturing, office services, and retail, with more employers spread into nearby Kalamazoo. You can also find apartments near Austin Lake and city parks with boat launches, trails, and sports fields.Average Rent Trends in Portage, MI
Rent in Portage, MI varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Apr 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,500 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,800 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,724 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,650 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,576 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,775 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,750 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,795 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,750 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,695 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,825 |
| May 2026 | $1,975 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Townhomes were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Apartments and Condos and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,001 | $1,400 | $2,231 | $2,595 | $1,975 |
| Townhomes | — | $1,225 | — | — | $1,225 |
| Apartments and Condos | $900 | $1,500 | $1,695 | — | $1,500 |
| Houses | $1,000 | $2,100 | $2,395 | $2,595 | $2,495 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Portage, MI
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Portage, MI?The average rent of an apartment in Portage, MI is $1,471 per month. This is about 24% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Portage, MI?The average rent of a house in Portage, MI is $2,495 per month. This is about 29% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Portage, MI?The average rent of a townhome in Portage, MI is $1,225 per month. This is about 37% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Portage, MI?In the last year, the average rent in Portage, MI was lowest in Jun 2025 when it was $1,500 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Portage, MI?In the last year, the average rent in Portage, MI was highest in Apr 2025 when it was $1,900 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Portage, MI?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Portage, MI is $1,001 per month. That is about $128 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Portage, MI?There are 61 available rental listings in Portage, MI.
- What are some zip codes in Portage, MI?
- What are some cities near Portage, MI?Some nearby cities include: Schoolcraft, Kalamazoo, Vicksburg, Comstock, Scotts. These cities may have more rental options to explore.