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85 Airline Ave
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116 Burgundy Hill Ln

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666 Main St

82 Burgundy Hill Ln
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Portland, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Portland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Portland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,172 | $1,600 | $3,250 |
Portland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,100 | $1,800 | $4,400 |
Portland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $3,200 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available Portland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portland, CT is a Studio unit found at Woodrow Wilson Apartments in the Ponsett Ridge neighborhood priced from $1,400. 65 Hillside Ave in the East Hampton Portland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portland apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodrow Wilson Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
65 Hillside Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
584 Main St | 584 Main Street | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portland, CT and Nearby
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portland area is the $2.15 price per square foot Stratton Model at Forest Park in the in the Outer Glastonbury Marlborough neighborhood starting from $2,067. The second greatest value Portland apartment is the 63 Ridge Rd Model at 63 Ridge Rd, Unit 63 Ridge Road apt 2 starting at $1,900 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the East Hampton Portland 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. |
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Forest Park | Stratton | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
63 Ridge Rd, Unit 63 Ridge Road apt 2 | 63 Ridge Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
The Wilcox | 1B/1B Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
Highview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
130 Highland Ave, Unit 1 | 130 Highland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Brainerd Place | A1.2.A | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Springside Middletown | A3-A | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
80 Hillside Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
Woodrow Wilson Apartments | studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.15 |
Birchwood Apartments | 1BD Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Portland
What type of rentals are currently available in Portland?
There are currently 115 Apartments for Rent in Portland, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $3,595. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portland ranging from $1,200 to $5,000.
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 $1,200 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,417.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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