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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balcony
  • Granite kitchen countertops
  • Central hvac
  • New light fixtures
  • New flooring

Location

5260 Mulberry Ave, Portage, IN 46368, USA
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Management

Rose Real Estate, Inc.

Leasing office

(844) 334-2712 ext. 2485

Property Overview

5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue scores well for value, location, amenities, and trust, with a strong overall rating of 8.4 out of 10 and a perfect price score. It also offers practical appeal through a nearby top-rated middle and high school, 17 photos, and features like a private balcony, granite kitchen countertops, central HVAC, new light fixtures, and new flooring.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Floor plans

5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue - 5260...2 bed1.5 bath1,000 sqft$1,300 /moAvailable early October 2026!!! Updated 2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom 2-STORY Apartment! NEWER FLOORING, NEWER Light Fixtures & Plumbing Fixtures, GRANITE KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS, TILE-SURROUND BATHTUB and much more! Open floor plan! Big kitchen with all appliances (Fridge and Oven) included. Large Bedrooms with great close space! Common area Washer/Dryer on site! Tenant responsible for Gas/Electric (NIPSCO). Some pets allowed for an additional monthly fee. Lease-Signing Admin Fee ($95). $50 non-refundable application fee. Apply at: www rose-re com

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Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue

HomeApartments in Portage 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue

Available early October 2026!!! Updated 2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom 2-STORY Apartment! NEWER FLOORING, NEWER Light Fixtures & Plumbing Fixtures, GRANITE KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS, TILE-SURROUND BATHTUB and much more! Open floor plan! Big kitchen with all appliances (Fridge and Oven) included. Large Bedrooms with great close space! Common area Washer/Dryer on site! Tenant responsible for Gas/Electric (NIPSCO). Some pets allowed for an additional monthly fee. Lease-Signing Admin Fee ($95). $50 non-refundable application fee. Apply at: www rose-re com


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 miles away
Images Available
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Rent trends in Portage

2-bedroom apartments at 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portage.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Portage
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Portage
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,231
December 2024$1,312
January 2025$1,380
February 2025$1,365
March 2025$1,425
April 2025$1,032
May 2025$1,001
June 2025$1,017
July 2025$1,025
August 2025$999
September 2025$999
October 2025$995
November 2025$986
December 2025$979
January 2026$985
February 2026$995
March 2026$1,021
April 2026$1,100
May 2026$1,022
June 2026$1,100
July 2026$992
August 2026$992
September 2026$1,016
October 2026$1,039

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$52,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,300.
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Schools near 5260 -5270 Mulberry Avenue

Wallace Aylesworth Elementary School

5910 central ave

portage, IN, 46368

K-5Public
C+

Golden Bear Preschool

1115 e state rd 44

shelbyville, IN, 46176

PK, KPublic

Gary Virtual Academy

1800 e 35th ave

gary, IN, 46409

K-12Public

Trojan Virtual Academy

601 w morgan ave

chesterton, IN, 46304

K-12Public

Heavilin Elementary School

2450 heavilin rd

valparaiso, IN, 46383

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Portage near 5260 Mulberry Ave

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 5260 Mulberry Ave, Portage

Groceries

5/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

2/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within a short drive

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