Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Portage County, WI
The median gross rent in Portage County is $876 — 6% above the Wisconsin state median. It ranks #43 of 72 counties for affordability.
Median rent$876
1-bedroom$695
2-bedroom$896
3-bedroom$981
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How to find the cheapest rent in Portage County
- Target the $695–$896 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Wisconsin.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Portage County
- Florence County$571
- Forest County$593
- Iron County$632
- Menominee County$635
- Ashland County$658